Katherine S. McKnight

Dr. Katherine McKnight is a dynamic force for engaging learners everywhere, bringing over three decades of passion to education. From her early days teaching in Chicago Public Schools to her distinguished university career, she has always championed student success. As an award-winning author of 25 books, including the best-selling The Teacher’s Big Book of Graphic Organizers, she provides practical, proven strategies for educators.

Dr. McKnight is the founder of Engaging Learners, an educational company that has successfully transformed struggling schools. She is also a co-host of The Science of Reading for Grades 4-12 podcast.

Her latest co-authored book, The Science of Reading for Grades 4-12: Every Subject, Every Day, provides a roadmap with research-based strategies for secondary educators to deepen reading and literacy skills for success. Whether she is presenting to a packed conference hall or consulting in a classroom, her energy and dedication to making learning joyful are unmistakable.