79. How can we be smarter about teaching students to read?

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 34% of students are below grade level for reading by the 4th grade. And the most recent test scores showed that students have fallen back to the levels of 20 years ago. Why are so many students falling behind in reading, and what impact does this have on their future? Are we using the best methods to teach reading and literacy in our classrooms? How can we be smarter about teaching reading, and keep students from falling behind in school and in life?   In this episode, Kevin discusses evidence-aligned reading instruction with founder and CEO of The Reading League, Dr. Maria Murray.