{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Reading Inspires by Reading Is Fundamental","title":"Read Aloud, Reach Every Learner","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3200,"description":"This webinar, hosted by Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), explores the critical role of reading aloud in fostering literacy and language comprehension for children of all ages. Dr. Molly Ness, a literacy expert, shares research-backed insights on the cognitive, emotional, and physiological benefits of read-alouds, both at home and in classrooms. Key points include:Reading aloud is the single most important activity for literacy success, building vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills.Interactive read-alouds—with conversation and engagement—are most effective, and should include high-quality texts across genres, including nonfiction.Scientific studies show that frequent read-alouds activate brain regions linked to language development, reduce stress, and even improve health outcomes in children, including premature infants and hospitalized kids.Author visits and read-alouds boost children’s motivation to read and write, especially when students can interact with authors.Practical strategies for families include modeling reading, creating cozy reading spaces, tracking books read, and integrating reading into daily routines beyond bedtime.Fight the “decline at nine”: Continue read-alouds beyond age nine, as children still value and benefit from them.Use “think-alouds”: Model your thought process during reading to help children develop comprehension skills.Read above grade level: Children’s listening comprehension exceeds their reading ability until adolescence, so expose them to more complex texts.Highlight print features for young children to build early literacy skills.Include nonfiction: Intentionally read informational texts to prepare children for academic demands.Multiple readings: Re-reading books allows for deeper vocabulary and comprehension work.The session concludes with a Q&A on best practices for think-alouds and multiple readings, and encouragement for educators and families to make reading aloud a joyful, regular part of children’s...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/PLM71TVYaKrIK0b-G2NoWp7Xdi0RdKxkYAKLXdYb2tA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83NjQz/ZTdmZTE2ODA3OGJh/ZmM5NDkyMmZkNjI3/OWJkMy5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}