EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In this study, researchers investigated the effects of a schoolwide program, BookwormsK–5 Reading and Writing (Bookworms), on student achievement. The study included seven cohorts of students (n = 8,806) in Grades 2–5 in 17 elementary schools. There was no comparison group, but researchers used a time-series design over three school years to estimate […]

Meet the author of Bookworms K–5 Reading & Writing, Dr. Sharon Walpole, and learn more about what makes this rich, research-based curriculum a wonderful choice for your classrooms.

Hi there! My name is Tyler Nathaniel Turner, and I want to share a little bit of my background to start. It is currently a new year, 2024, and I have been teaching math for about 6 years now! This is my second year as a community coach with Open Up Resources. My journey to […]

As a non-profit organization dedicated to creating supportive learning environments, Open Up Resources recently had the privilege of attending the 68th Annual Michigan Reading Association Conference. Centered around the theme of JOY, with a focus on celebration through storytelling, the conference was a rich tapestry of learning experiences, collaboration, and inspiration. One session that particularly […]

In a recent presentation to Rivet Education, colleagues from Open Up Resources shared insights into our professional learning offerings. Brooke Powers, Managing Director of Academics at Open Up Resources, alongside Kristin Hall, Professional Learning Specialist, highlighted the organization’s commitment to providing the highest quality learning experiences for all students. Open Up Resources, a nonprofit publisher […]

As K-12 curriculum leaders, Scott Hartl (EL Education) and Jason Isaacs (Open Up Resources) have a unique vantage point on Read Across America Week 2024. This annual celebration of reading and literacy is a call to action for what both organizations believe is the foundation of being a global citizen and active participant in democracy—the […]