Our Events
We host events virtually and in-person across the world. Join us to study methods and plan curricula, revitalize our thinking, and most importantly, learn how to encourage our students to lead meaningful and active literate lives. Events feature celebrated authors, world-renowned staff developers, and other key leaders in the field of literacy and learning. Participants earn a certificate with professional development hours after each event.
May 1, 2025 May Heinemann Office Hours Featuring Units of Study
Receive help and advice from Units of Study author and series editor, Lucy Calkins, and her colleagues on the first Thursday of every month.
May 20, 2025 Grade 3 Reading Pilot Webinar 1: Welcome to the New Units! Preparing for a Powerful Start
This first webinar will introduce teachers to the new Units of Study in Reading for Grades 3. We’ll highlight the most exciting new features of the curriculum and support you in beginning to plan for back to school.
May 21, 2025 Grade 4 Reading Pilot Webinar 1: Welcome to the New Units! Preparing for a Powerful Start
This first webinar will introduce teachers to the new Units of Study in Reading for Grades 4. We’ll highlight the most exciting new features of the curriculum and support you in beginning to plan for back to school.
May 22, 2025 Grade 5 Reading Pilot Webinar 1: Welcome to the New Units! Preparing for a Powerful Start
This first webinar will introduce teachers to the new Units of Study in Reading for Grades 5. We’ll highlight the most exciting new features of the curriculum and support you in beginning to plan for back to school.
July 8, 2025 Grade 3 Reading Pilot Webinar 2: Diving into Unit 1—Launching Readers and Building Community
This session focuses on helping you prepare to teach Grade 3 Unit 1, the first Unit of Study of the year. We’ll unpack each Bend of the Unit and dig into the work students will be doing.
July 9, 2025 Grade 4 Reading Pilot Webinar 2: Diving into Unit 1—Launching Readers and Building Community
This session focuses on helping you prepare to teach Grade 4 Unit 1, the first Unit of Study of the year. We’ll unpack each Bend of the Unit and dig into the work students will be doing.
July 10, 2025 Grade 5 Reading Pilot Webinar 2: Diving into Unit 1—Launching Readers and Building Community
This session focuses on helping you prepare to teach Grade 5 Unit 1, the first Unit of Study of the year. We’ll unpack each Bend of the Unit and dig into the work students will be doing.
This in-person institute is designed for educators who are deeply rooted in literacy and ready to explore the latest innovations in teaching. This immersive experience combines cutting-edge learning with vibrant socializing and networking.
This institute will ground you in the essential principles of teaching writing while sharing The Reading & Writing Project’s newest thinking, tools, and research.
July 22, 2025 Grade 3 Reading Pilot Webinar: Launching the Grade 3 Word Study Curriculum
his special session will introduce you to the new Grade 3 Word Study Curriculum, designed to be both playful and powerful. Together, we’ll explore a predictable, three-day cycle of instruction that supports transfer into independent reading and writing.
July 25, 2025 Coaching Workshop: The Teaching of Writing
This one-day virtual workshop is designed to empower instructional coaches and school leaders in supporting effective, research-based writing instruction.
This institute offers a blend of foundational principles and the latest research, tools, and strategies to support effective, research-based reading instruction.
This institute focuses on both nonfiction reading and writing, providing practical tools, strategies, and insights to elevate your teaching and support adolescent learners in developing critical literacy skills.
October 1, 2025 Grade 4 Reading Pilot Webinar 3: Teaching Nonfiction with Power—Getting Ready for Unit 2
This session focuses on helping you prepare to teach Grade 4 Unit 2. Whether you’re new to teaching nonfiction or a veteran, this session will leave you ready to bring nonfiction to life in your classroom.
October 2, 2025 Grade 5 Reading Pilot Webinar 3: Teaching Nonfiction with Power—Getting Ready for Unit 2
This session focuses on helping you prepare to teach Grade 5 Unit 2. Whether you’re new to teaching nonfiction or a veteran, this session will leave you ready to bring nonfiction to life in your classroom.
October 4, 2025 Saturday Reunion: A Day of Free Virtual Professional Development
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, our community will join together for a day of free workshops for K-12 teachers, coaches, and leaders. This event is free, virtual, and open to the public!