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that silent letters exist in English. and the spelling system just hasn't kept up with it. like through and thought and night ...

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English learners are sometimes an afterthought in 'science of reading' policies. Some educators want to change that.

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While studying at Oxford, an ambitious American has her pursuits upended after meeting a charming British cad in a mediocre offering that often defies logic in favor of contrived poignancy. However, ...