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What About the Textbook Reviews?

Are third-party evaluations of commercial reading programs aligned with research? Shanahan identifies six problems with these reviews and suggests solutions to each.

What Are Decodable Books and Why Are They Important?

What Are Decodable Books and Why Are They Important?

Decodable books play an important role in phonics instruction and building confidence in young readers. Learn more about decodable books, how they differ from predictable texts, and how to select high-quality texts that align with the scope and sequence of your phonics program.

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What Are the Skills for Reading?

Reading ability is determined by many factors, and requires the development of certain skills through early reading instruction to attain initial success and build on it.

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