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Transformative Literacy Solutions
Empowering Educators. Advancing Outcomes. Elevating Literacy.
Eight Strands Literacy provides evidence-based tools for schools to achieve reading success. We offer expert training and a flexible K–3 curriculum to support teachers and leaders in developing skilled readers.
Proven Solutions for Lasting Literacy Gains
Our training, leadership, and curriculum offerings equip schools to achieve measurable impact.
Our Credentials
Tennessee-Approved Educator Preparation Provider (EPP)
CERI-Certified Coaches & Trainers
KPEERI Exam–Ready
Training Materials
CERI Certification Pathways (SLCT, SLDI, SLDS)
Resource for Educators & Schools
Limited Science of Reading Training
Most certification programs don't cover the Science of Reading in depth, leaving teachers underprepared to support struggling readers.
Fragmented Implementation Across Classrooms
Schools often rely on a few highly-trained teachers to carry literacy practices forward—but that doesn't scale.
Lack of Ongoing Support After Training
Teachers are often left on their own after PD sessions, without guidance for real-life classroom application.
Inconsistent Dyslexia
SupportMany educators lack specialized tools to identify and intervene with dyslexic learners.
For Districts & Administrators
Inconsistent Literacy Instruction Across Schools
Variability in teacher knowledge and approach leads to inconsistent outcomes.
Overburdened Leaders Without Literacy Expertise
Leaders are asked to drive reading gains without a roadmap.
Pressure to Meet State Literacy Standards
Many states now mandate evidence-based instruction and measurable progress, but implementation is complex.
I definitely think the ALLMemphis curriculum is rigorous on both us and the students. So I think it's the most rewarding and impactful part of my day when I'm working with that small group…that's also where I have the most impact.
Laney Lund
City Year Corps Member
Proven Strategies to
Teach, Inspire, and Achieve
Evidence-Based Approach
Built on Orton-Gillingham and the Science of Reading with IDA accreditation.
Flexible Delivery
Live, hybrid, or asynchronous options to fit your schedule and staff needs.
Built for Scale
Whether you serve 1 school or 100, our model supports sustainable, school-wide literacy transformation.
Comprehensive Support
We stay engaged from training to implementation — coaching, mentoring, & troubleshooting along the way.
Latest From the Blog
Research, strategies, and stories from our team of literacy coaches.
IDA Accreditation vs. IDA Plus: What the Difference Means for Your Training Provider
Both signal a quality, standards-aligned program, but only one requires an intensive supervised practicum, and that distinction matters most if you are building toward the dyslexia specialist level.
September 24, 2026
Eight Strands Literacy vs. Heggerty
How a targeted foundational-skills curriculum and a whole-school literacy partnership compare on coverage, grade band, model, credentials, and evidence, so you can tell which one your school actually needs.
September 23, 2026
What Is KPEERI? The Structured Literacy Exam Every Reading Educator Should Know
What the KPEERI exam is, what it tests, who sits for it, how to prepare, and what a passing score actually qualifies you for.
August 25, 20266 min read
CERI Certification Explained: What It Is, Who Needs It, and How to Earn It
The national structured-literacy credential, its three levels (C-SLCT, C-SLDI, C-SLDS), who each one is for, and the steps to earn it, for educators and the schools that hire them.
August 24, 20266 min read
What to Look for in a Provider of Science of Reading Professional Development
A five-point rubric for choosing a science of reading PD provider: verified credentials, a coaching model, honest evidence claims, capacity building, and real fit, so you can tell credible PD from a well-marketed workshop.
August 21, 20266 min read
How to Build a School-Wide Literacy Culture
A school-wide literacy culture is strong reading instruction that teachers own, not just comply with. Why mandates alone fade, and how leaders earn the buy-in that makes literacy improvement last.
August 20, 20265 min read
Frequently asked questions
What grade levels does Eight Strands Literacy serve?
Our K–3 curriculum and accompanying training are designed for early literacy instruction, with extensions for upper-elementary intervention. Coaching engagements scale from a single classroom to a full district.How long does training and implementation take?
Training cohorts typically run across a school year, with live and asynchronous components. Most districts see meaningful classroom shifts within a single semester of consistent coaching support.Is the curriculum aligned with the Science of Reading?
Yes. Every lesson and routine is grounded in evidence-based practice, structured literacy, and Orton-Gillingham principles, with IDA-accredited training for our coaches.Do you offer ongoing coaching after PD sessions?
Always. Sustained, practice-connected coaching and mentorship are a core part of our model — we stay engaged from training through implementation, troubleshooting in real classrooms.How do I bring Eight Strands to my school or district?
Reach out via the contact form and we'll set up a discovery conversation to scope training, curriculum, and coaching that fits your context.What services does Eight Strands Literacy offer?
Eight Strands Literacy provides structured literacy teacher training and professional development, literacy curriculum, sustained practice-connected coaching, reading intervention and MTSS support, a literacy landscape analysis (a school-wide literacy audit), and a year-long literacy leadership accelerator for school and district leaders.Is Eight Strands Literacy accredited?
Yes. Eight Strands Literacy is IDA Plus accredited and a Tennessee-approved Educator Preparation Provider (EPP), led by Krista L. Johnson, Ph.D. Our work aligns to the International Dyslexia Association's Knowledge and Practice Standards.Do you work with schools in person or remotely?
We work with schools both on-site and remotely. Training can be delivered live in person, live online, or as recorded sessions, and coaching can be in person, live online, or based on teacher-recorded lessons, so schools beyond our local area can still work with us.
Let's Elevate Literacy, Together.
Whether you're a school leader, teacher, or funder—partner with us to deliver powerful reading instruction where it matters most.