Reading

The Science of Reading consists of over 40 years of scientific research and evidence about how one learns to read. It is used as a guide for educators to understand how to implement the most effective practices of reading instruction. 

The Simple View of Reading is one model used within the SoR. In this model, it shows the subskills needed in Decoding and Language Comprehension to become a skilled reader.

Writing

Just like with reading, there is much research and evidence to show what one needs to be a skilled writer. 

The Simple View of Writing or
the Not So Simple View of Writing, as it is now known as, is one model that shows the Transcription (Foundational Writing Skills) and Text Generation (Composition Skills) needed to have Skilled Written Expression. The model also shows how Executive Functions play a role in writing and how important it is that we have structures in place to help students be able to self regulate when writing.

Download the Reading-Writing Connection PDF