Memphis-Shelby County Schools is looking to improve student test results that rank near the bottom statewide and nationally.

On the white board behind Jasmine Dalton was a list of words that would show up often in the book of animal constellations ...

Mariali Robles, right, an Adrian Elementary School third grader, follows along during a reading lesson on Tuesday, Oct. 15.

Shel Silverstein was a master of linguistic mischief, using repetition and creative wordplay to amuse and prepare kids for reading.

They taught me empathy and the power of witnessing and being witnessed, and I have never missed my parents as much as the day I published my first book. Related ... The illustrations are beautiful, ...

Well-planned read-alouds can enhance critical thinking, comprehension, and engagement across disciplines—and age levels.