Discover why secondary reading instruction must move beyond phonics to build comprehension, vocabulary, stamina, and student engagement in middle and high school.

Discover how teens can improve reading comprehension despite digital distractions.

When words on the page aren’t successfully translated into meaningful images and ideas, it’s difficult—or even impossible—to take on higher-level topics like tone, author’s purpose, text structure, and argument. 

Taking breaks, or a purposeful pause, while learning new things can enhance focus and concentration, provide time for processing new information and improve retention.