The Reading League Journal

The premier publication dedicated to connecting the science of reading to educators’ professional practices.

The Reading League Journal is a trusted source guiding educators in adopting evidence-aligned instruction. TRLJ features articles that translate scientific evidence about reading into easily understandable and applicable strategies for professionals in the field. Additionally, it includes articles spotlighting school systems and educators who have effectively applied research findings to improve and transform their practices. TRLJ is published in January/February, May/June, and September/October.

Meet our Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Jessica Toste

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  • Connect Research Findings to Practical Use

  • Learn Ways to Advocate for Change in Your Work

Article Submission

Do you have a passion for sharing knowledge and best practices in the science of reading? The Reading League Journal (TRLJ) features articles written by researchers and educational practitioners like you. Our authors contribute to the advancement of the science of reading and teaching.

  • Researchers: Review and present scientific studies in a format that is meaningful for educational professionals.
  • Educational Practitioners: Share insights and experiences in implementing scientific research into practice.

Please note that we do not include original research reports or descriptions of classroom practices that do not directly apply scientific findings.

TRLJ aims to feature high-quality contributions around timely and significant topics, fostering deeper dialogue between scholars and practitioners. To meet this aim and expand our reach, TRLJ has introduced thematic issues as of our spring 2025 issue. With our shift to thematic issues, TRLJ will be limiting unsolicited manuscript submissions to ensure a more focused and curated approach to publication. This change will allow us to be intentional in selecting articles that align with each issue’s theme while maintaining the journal’s rigorous standards. Please email Dr. Toste if you have questions about a future submission.

If you have been invited to submit an article to TRLJ, please view our Author Guidelines to ensure that your work aligns with our established criteria.

Sneak Peek Articles

Brick by Brick Insights on Alphabet Instruction From Research by Alisha Nicole Demchak and Emily Solari

Navigating Literacy Landscapes Within One District: Tailoring Word Recognition Instruction for Secondary Settings by Lindsey Chapman and Lindsay Young

Effective Instruction: The Intersection of Structured Literacy and Second-Language Acquisition for Multilingual Learners by Maya Valencia Goodall, Marisa Gomez, and Dale W. Webster

Changing Course Large Scale Implementation: A School Board Member’s Insights by Brenda Warren

Orton-Gillingham: Which Aspects are Supported by Research and Which Require Additional Research? by Christy Austin, Liz Stevens, Alisha Demchack, and Emily Solari

The Importance of Phonemic Awareness Instruction for African American Students by Ramona T. Pittman, Marianne Rice, Esther Garza, and Myriam J. Guerra

Design and Methodology in the Science of Reading by Christopher Schatschneider, Dana Santangelo, Christine M. White, Cristian E. Vasquez, and Emma D. Friedmann

The “Reading Brain” is Taught, Not Born: Evidence From the Evolving Neuroscience of Reading for Teachers and Society by Rebecca Gotlieb, Laura Rhinehart, and Maryanne Wolf

Five Action Steps for School and District Leaders Implementing the Science of Reading by Dena Mortensen

Why State Reading Tests Are Poor Benchmarks of Student Success by Hugh W. Catts

Brick by Brick: Landmark Studies on Reading Development, Assessment, and Instruction for Students Who Are English Learners by Isabel Vargas, Colby Hall, and Emily Solari

What Does Science Say About Orton-Gillingham Interventions? An Explanation and Commentary on the Stevens et al. (2021) Meta-Analysis by Emily Solari, Yaacov Petscher, and Colby Hall

Brick by Brick: A Series of Landmark Studies Pointing to the Importance of Early Reading Intervention by Emily Solari, Colby Hall, and Anita McGinty

Interview with Timothy Shanahan, a Member of the National Reading Panel

The Article that Introduced the Simple View of Reading by David A. Kilpatrick

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