Our cause
The Knowledge Matters Campaign believes high-quality curriculum grounded in the science of reading, learning, and knowledge-building is an essential lever to transform instruction, promote equity, and sustainably ensure all students can be strong readers, writers, thinkers, and speakers.
We provide free, research-based tools and learning opportunities for the field, including our podcasts, webinars, our Curriculum Directory and Review Tools, and sponsorship of the Curriculum Matters Professional Learning Network (PLN).
Our work is informed by an independent Scientific Advisory Committee of leading experts in cognitive science, education research, and public policy and builds on more than three decades of field-leading expertise by StandardsWork, the parent organization of Knowledge Matters.
Tools and insights
The Knowledge Matters Campaign provides free, research-based tools and learning opportunities to the field.
Curriculum Directory
ELA curricula we recognize as knowledge-building.
Review Tools
Guides for evaluating ELA and social studies curricula.
Knowledge Matters Podcast
Conversations and insights from experts, advocates, and practitioners.
Webinars
Recorded talks with expert panels designed for educators and leaders.
Substack
Quill and the Classroom by our Executive Director Kristen McQuillan.
Blog
Commentary and reflections from voices in the field.
School Tour
Stories from school districts using knowledge-building curriculum.
History Matters Campaign
Collection of our work exploring high-quality history instruction.
Support our work
Our work is made possible through the generosity of donors who believe in improving instruction and expanding access to evidence-based, knowledge-rich learning. That support helps us continue to provide free tools, resources, and learning opportunities to the field. We hope you will join us in this mission.
To learn more, contact us at fundraising@knowledgematters.org.
StandardsWork, our parent organization, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in the United States. Your donation is tax-deductible.