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Welcome to Journey to Better Reading

Evidence-informed guidance for everyone who supports children as they learn to read.

Every reading journey is unique, but no one should have to navigate it alone.

Whether you're an educator, parent, school leader, reading specialist, homeschool educator, or researcher, Journey to Better Reading is a place to explore literacy research, discover practical resources, and better understand how children learn to read.

My goal is simple: to translate literacy research into clear, practical guidance that helps people make informed decisions and confidently support every reader.

I believe that when we better understand how reading develops, we are better equipped to help every child reach their full potential.

Welcome. I'm glad you're here.

Begin Your Journey

📚 Explore Resources

Discover evidence-informed articles, downloadable tools, and practical strategies that support reading development from early literacy through adolescence.

✍️ Read the Blog

Explore current literacy topics, research summaries, classroom ideas, and reflections that connect research with everyday practice.

👋 Meet Cheryl

Learn about my journey as an educator, literacy specialist, doctoral researcher, and advocate for evidence-informed literacy instruction.

🤝 Collaborate

Interested in professional learning, consulting, speaking, curriculum review, or research-informed collaboration? Learn more about the ways we can work together to support literacy.

Supporting every reading journey with research, understanding, and hope.

Supporting every reading journey with research, understanding, and hope.