The importance of Reading
Reading well is the cornerstone of a student’s success in school. When students cannot read proficiently, they cannot learn appropriately; frustration ensues, and students feel defeated. Integrating elements of the Science of Reading will enable teachers to boost literacy while keeping students challenged, engaged, and feeling positive about reading and academics.
Elements of the effective reading program
Following are five ways that can help you integrate components of the Science of Reading into a Balanced Literacy approach:
Have students spell out regular words phonetically, to help them understand the phonics elements within the words.
Build fluency, motivation, and background knowledge by having students read short, high-interest, nonfiction passages. Encourage them to practice reading the passages several times until they are automatic with the words.
Read together with students out loud, to increase their accuracy and expression.
Give students material that allows them to work independently at their own level and pace. Work toward increasing reading stamina.
Measure students’ reading progress so that students can see their own growth and build confidence.
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