This is the first collaborative session for the book study on Teach Like A Champion’s Guide to the Science of Reading. Anyone can attend any session! Attendees who register and attend at least three sessions will receive a copy of the book. In this initial meeting, we will introduce the book’s core arguments and dive straight into Principle 1: Attending to Attention. Research shows that sustained attention is a prerequisite for all learning. We will examine the cognitive science behind attention and memory, sharing practical, immediate strategies for improving student focus, managing digital distractions, and designing classroom environments that naturally enhance the mental stamina required for complex academic work.