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The science of reading, made visible.
Explore the science behind how children learn, understand what their skills reveal, and discover practical ways to support what comes next.
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What Are Embedded Picture Mnemonics?
A plain-English explanation of what these illustrated letters are, how they work, and how to use them.
Why Do Embedded Picture Mnemonics Make Letter Sounds Easier to Learn?
The difference comes down to how much a child's brain has to juggle and how many ways it has to remember.
Do Pictures Actually Help Children Learn to Read?
See what the research reveals about pictures beside letters versus pictures built directly into them.
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