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The Foundations of Literacy: Connecting Word Recognition and Language for Stronger Readers and Writers

The Foundations of Literacy: Connecting Word Recognition and Language for Stronger Readers and Writers

Author(s): Dawn Hawkins

Edition: 1

Copyright: 2026

Pages: 53

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$55.00 USD

ISBN 9798319732781

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This guide provides future educators with a strong foundation in the essential concepts, theories, and cognitive processes that support literacy development. Focusing on the science of reading and writing, it explores the major components of effective literacy instruction, including word recognition, morphology, vocabulary, reading fluency, reading comprehension, writing, and oral language. Rather than serving as a comprehensive instructional manual, this text is designed to build the foundational knowledge educators need to understand how literacy develops and to support evidence-based teaching practices.

About the Author 
Introduction 
Chapter 1: Major Theories of the Reading and Writing Processes 
Chapter 2: Word Recognition 
Chapter 3: Morphology 
Chapter 4: Vocabulary 
Chapter 5: Reading Fluency 
Chapter 6: Reading Comprehension 
Chapter 7: Writing 
Chapter 8: Oral Language 
 

Dawn Hawkins

Dawn Hawkins, EdD, is a veteran educator and instructional leader with over two decades of experience spanning K–12 and higher education. A skilled curriculum designer and instructional facilitator, she has developed state standards, district-wide curricula, and led professional development for the National Writing Project, the South Carolina Department of Education, and national consulting firms. As Director of the Center of Excellence for the Advancement of Reading and Literacy Instruction at Lander University, Dr. Hawkins champions evidence-based literacy practices. Through collaborative district partnerships, she provides preservice teachers with immersive, job-embedded experiences to implement instruction grounded in the Science of Reading. This collaborative approach directly supports children in developing essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Dr. Hawkins’s work centers on effective processes for student learning, reflecting her commitment to empowering educators and ensuring success for every student.

This guide provides future educators with a strong foundation in the essential concepts, theories, and cognitive processes that support literacy development. Focusing on the science of reading and writing, it explores the major components of effective literacy instruction, including word recognition, morphology, vocabulary, reading fluency, reading comprehension, writing, and oral language. Rather than serving as a comprehensive instructional manual, this text is designed to build the foundational knowledge educators need to understand how literacy develops and to support evidence-based teaching practices.

About the Author 
Introduction 
Chapter 1: Major Theories of the Reading and Writing Processes 
Chapter 2: Word Recognition 
Chapter 3: Morphology 
Chapter 4: Vocabulary 
Chapter 5: Reading Fluency 
Chapter 6: Reading Comprehension 
Chapter 7: Writing 
Chapter 8: Oral Language 
 

Dawn Hawkins
Dawn Hawkins

Dawn Hawkins, EdD, is a veteran educator and instructional leader with over two decades of experience spanning K–12 and higher education. A skilled curriculum designer and instructional facilitator, she has developed state standards, district-wide curricula, and led professional development for the National Writing Project, the South Carolina Department of Education, and national consulting firms. As Director of the Center of Excellence for the Advancement of Reading and Literacy Instruction at Lander University, Dr. Hawkins champions evidence-based literacy practices. Through collaborative district partnerships, she provides preservice teachers with immersive, job-embedded experiences to implement instruction grounded in the Science of Reading. This collaborative approach directly supports children in developing essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Dr. Hawkins’s work centers on effective processes for student learning, reflecting her commitment to empowering educators and ensuring success for every student.