Choosing the right read-aloud book for preK–2 can be difficult, but the TRRC can help! Our newest resource provides teachers with a structured rubric for evaluating the quality of picture books. Access the rubric: trrc.utk.edu/resources/re...

Multilingual learners in middle and high school may need extra support as they build reading skills. Teachers can use this resource to learn instructional tips for supporting students’ reading success this school year and beyond. Help your multilingual learners: www.adlit.org/topics/engli...

Tips for Teaching Middle and High School ELLs

Learn how middle and high school teachers can target their instruction to support ELL success with these tips from a veteran high school ELL teacher.

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Whether you’re at a large public or small private school, the TRRC can provide what you need to support your students’ academic success. Start this academic year prepared with free research-based materials: trrc.utk.edu/resource-library

Looking for children’s books related to certain times of the year or themes? Check out Reach Out & Read. Their booklists feature recommendations based on seasons, cultural holidays, and a variety of topics for children 6 months to 5 years old. Explore the booklists: reachoutandread.org/booklists/

Booklists - Reach Out and Read

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Is your family R.E.A.D.Y. for reading success? Explore this downloadable resource using the R.E.A.D.Y. acronym designed to help families create lasting literacy habits at home. Get R.E.A.D.Y. today: trrc.utk.edu/resources/pr...

Could you survive in the wilderness with no promise of rescue? Use the award-winning novel 𝘏𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘵 and this video to teach compare and contrast by examining Brian’s life before and after a plane crash in the Canadian Wilderness. #Hatchet #ReadingEducation

Help your child or early teen through age 14 find a book they want to read! Explore the Albuquerque Public Library’s Find a Good One list of award-winning books, organized by a variety of interests and themes. Check out the list: abqlibrary.org/newbery/Find...

LibGuides: Newbery Award Books: Find a Good One

Recent and past Newbery Award winners. The Newbery Medal is awarded to the author of the most distinguished American children's book of the previous year.

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A new vocabulary lesson for Grades K-2 tutors and interventionists is now available! This resource uses the book 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘚𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘵 by Gail Gibbons to teach key vocabulary from informational texts. Download the resource and use it with your students this school year: trrc.utk.edu/resources/co...

Reading is a skill that takes instruction and time to achieve proficiency. Swipe through to learn why strong literacy skills are important for children and find resources that support literacy practices. Explore our resource library: trrc.utk.edu/resource-lib...

How strong is your vocabulary? Find out with this Merriam-Webster vocabulary game quiz. This is a great way for students to practice their word knowledge as they prepare for SAT and ACT tests, or for you to test your knowledge! Test your vocabulary: www.merriam-webster.com/games/vocabu...

How Strong Is Your Vocabulary? - Word Game | Merriam-Webster

Take our 10-question quiz to find out — and maybe learn some new words along the way.

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Principals play a vital role in reading success. This resource from Reading Rockets gives 7 key points for school principals and administrators to implement in their schools to encourage good reading habits. Help your school succeed: www.readingrockets.org/topics/schoo...

What Principals Can Do to Help Students Become Good Readers

School administrators have a critical leadership role to play in helping students become good readers. This article suggests seven key action steps on how principals and other administrators can creat...

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Motivating a middle or high schooler to read for pleasure can sometimes be challenging, but it is possible with the right support. Parent University offers tips tailored to adolescent learners. Explore 9 ways to get teens reading: parents.grps.org/article/lite...

Creativity plays can make early learning both interactive and meaningful. This summer, explore the Day By Day TN Family Literacy Calendar for songs, activities, and crafts designed to support young children’s literacy development: daybydaytn.com

Reading with your child can create lasting reading habits. It also builds important language and comprehension skills. Download our free bookmark for tips on reading with your child, and watch the accompanying video to learn how to ask your child questions about a book: trrc.utk.edu/resources/pr...

In a new article in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘠𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘳, TRRC director Deborah Reed contributes to writer Jessica Winter’s article about the importance of encouraging good, lasting reading habits instead of “book-shaming” in children’s literature. Access the article: www.newyorker.com/culture/prog...

Why “Book-Shaming” Won’t Solve the Children’s Literacy Crisis

The nation’s official advocate for children’s books says most of them are “crud.” But matters of literary quality don’t explain why kids aren’t reading.

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𝘎𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘵, the award-winning novel by Jason Reynolds, follows track athlete Castle “Ghost” Cranshaw as he discovers who he wants to become. Pair 𝘎𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘵 with our new TRRC Reader to teach students in Grades 4-9 about symbolism. #TRRCReader #LiteracyEducation

Are you interested in accessing free digital books? The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy partnered with Worldreader to create a digital library offering books for children, adults, and educators. Access the online library: www.barbarabush.org/readlife-boo...

ReadLife Bookshelf - Parent - Barbara Bush Foundation

Over the past 30 years, the Foundation has raised and provided more than $110 million in support to create or expand family and adult literacy programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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Mealtime can be a meaningful opportunity to support children’s early literacy development and strengthen vocabulary skills. Access the 𝘔𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘛𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦 tip sheet to learn how to engage babies in conversation during meals: talkingisteaching.org/parent-resou...

Bring the volunteer spirit to literacy. Reading Partners trains volunteers to deliver individualized reading tutoring to elementary students through in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities. Learn how you can help children improve their reading skills: readingpartners.org/get-involved...

Volunteer with Reading Partners

Our volunteer literacy tutors spend a little over an hour a week making a huge difference in the lives of their students.

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An important building block to reading and spelling is phonological awareness. In this new resource, TRRC collaborator Dr. Christina Novelli explains what phonological awareness is and three easy activities that families can do with their child. trrc.utk.edu/resources/so...

We are pleased to announce Mr. Harry Fields, III, as the recipient of the 2026 TRRC Friend of Literacy Award! This award honors individuals who have advanced literacy or made a significant contribution to literacy in Tennessee. Learn more: trrc.utk.edu/2026-friend-...

The TRRC & UTK literacy faculty support the growing research on identifying and supporting students with dyslexia. The International Dyslexia Association released a new definition this fall. Our partners at MTSU and TDOE are helping bring this updated understanding into practice. Proud to be part.

Introducing our Theory of Mind infographic to pair with the informational paper released earlier this month. Help students understand how others think & feel through storybooks. Created by UTK faculty, Kristen Secora, Ph.D. Perfect for teachers & other instructors: tiny.utk.edu/NeuroStorybo...

Since 2022, the TRRC has existed to become a leading producer of respected literacy research and a trusted source of effective literacy practices. Take a look at what we've accomplished in the last two years in our first annual report: tiny.utk.edu/TRRCAnnualReport

Annual Report - Tennessee Reading Research Center

Since its inception in 2022, the TRRC has made strides in collaborating with community organizations, schools, and the state to better understand and improve literacy outcomes for all of Tennessee’s s...

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