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SUMMARY:The Importance of Decodable Texts and How to Choose Wisely for Your Library
DESCRIPTION:Starting this fall\, all PreK–3rd grade teachers in New York 
 State will be required to teach phonics as part of a structured literacy 
 approach. As schools implement this shift\, libraries are uniquely 
 positioned to support families\, caregivers\, and educators with the right 
 tools and resources.\n\nIn this engaging session\, you’ll gain 
 foundational knowledge about how children learn to read and how libraries 
 can help bridge the gap between classroom instruction and community 
 support. You'll learn how to curate and recommend high-quality decodable 
 books and early reading resources that align with the Science of 
 Reading.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\n	The Science of Reading and what it 
 means for New York’s children\n	Key differences between decodable books\, 
 leveled readers\, and early literacy resources\n	Best practices for 
 selecting and curating decodable book collections\n	How to build a 
 literacy-rich library environment that empowers families and 
 educators\n\n\nFeatured Presenter\n\nLaura Lay\, Comprehensive Literacy 
 Grant Manager at the Colorado Department of Education and former Senior 
 Literacy Consultant. Laura brings a unique blend of expertise in literacy 
 frameworks\, public librarianship\, and statewide implementation. She 
 recently authored the Trail to Summit phonics program and has helped 
 libraries across the country strengthen their early literacy 
 programming.\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nWith this statewide instructional shift\, 
 libraries will play a vital role in reinforcing structured literacy at home 
 and in the community. This webinar will equip you with the tools and 
 confidence to support early and struggling readers—and to become a key 
 partner in New York’s literacy transformation.\n\nPresented by\n\nTeach 
 My Kid to Read\, a national nonprofit partnering with libraries to bridge 
 the literacy gap through accessible\, research-aligned resources and 
 support creating equitable literacy solutions at the library.
ORGANIZER;CN="Tor Loney":MAILTO:tor.loney@nysed.gov
CATEGORIES:Youth Services
CONTACT;CN="Tor Loney":MAILTO:tor.loney@nysed.gov
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