Hard Words: Why aren't kids being taught to read?

Nearly 20 years ago, the National Reading Panel released their final report on teaching students how to read.  The information provided in this report has changed the way reading is taught across our nation.  However, after all this time and with the information provided by the National Reading Panel Report, students are still struggling to read on-grade level.  Have you ever asked yourself why?  Here are some insights into why we are facing such a reading crisis in our country.  Hard Words: Why aren't kids being taught to read?