Lucy M. Calkins is the Robinson Professor in Children's Literature and Director of the Literacy Specialist Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. She founded the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP), dedicated to fostering literacy skills in students through research, curriculum development, and collaborative partnerships with educators globally. Her work spans over 600 schools across the U.S. and internationally, emphasizing standards-aligned curricula and leadership development. Education: B.A. in Liberal Arts (Williams College), M.A. in Teaching Reading (University of Hartford), Ph.D. in English Education (NYU). Her research focuses on reading/writing pedagogy, curriculum design, and the role of children's literature in education. Notable publications include The Art of Teaching Reading and Pathways to the Common Core . Her writing emphasizes balancing fiction and nonfiction in literacy programs, advocating for 'real books' to engage young readers. She critiques overly prescriptive curricula while promoting teacher-led, inquiry-based approaches. The TCRWP supports schools through professional development, coaching, and resources like the Units of Study series.












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