Books
Why Schoolchildren Can't Read - Bonnie Macmillan
Dr Bonnie Macmillan describes the findings of experimental research on beginning reading instruction. Research points decisively to the need for direct teaching of certain key skills in order to produce maximum reading success.
This book is well worth reading.
Why Children Can't Read - And What Can Be Done About It - Diane McGuinness
Prof Diane McGuinness combines her own scientific and clinical experience with a synthesis of modern research on reading, to show how different methods of teaching reading could successfully improve standards of literacy.
This book is highly recommended.