The British and American Word Families Project (BAWF): A New Way to Explore English Word Families
BAWF is a free, searchable database of about 378,000 words from contemporary British and American English. For each word, it brings together information about its structure, its family, and how often it occurs. The database is designed for teachers, curriculum developers, and researchers. read more
Building Automaticity Without Putting Meaning on Hold
Why texts for foundational skills can also build knowledge. Integrating automaticity with comprehension, TextProject’s text sets allow for rich learning opportunities. Teachers should select texts that foster word recognition and knowledge development. read more
When Texts Build on One Another
From isolated reading experiences to cumulative knowledge. By engaging with related themes across multiple texts, students develop vocabulary, make meaningful connections, and refine their knowledge. This approach fosters deeper comprehension, allowing students to build on what they’ve learned in previous readings for a richer educational experience. read more
