Celestial was teaching a lesson that’s part of Long Beach Unified’s new focus: phonics. For the record: 4:16 p.m. June 2, 2025An earlier version of this report incorrectly said teaching ...

For example, if a student doesn't know the word "stump," they can sound out the letter combinations (st/u/m/p) to understand the word. Phonics instruction helps readers learn to decode because ...

Others disagree, of course. But an approach called the “science of reading” has gained ground, and it rests on a bed of phonics instruction. (I’m focusing on national policy, but parents ...

The compromise between English learner advocates and those who back the so-called “science of reading” or “evidence-based” approach provides funding and support for phonics-focused ...

On Monday, the Board of Regents took on reading, deciding that every school district must revert to teaching phonics in grades pre-K through third, starting this fall. ALBANY — Phonics is king ...

Phonics alone is not enough ... That’s it for “The Daily.” I’m Michael Barbaro. See you tomorrow.