Why is this important?
- Decodable reading helps students apply phonics skills in context, reinforcing their ability to decode words accurately and building confidence in their reading abilities.
- It builds fluency by providing practice with controlled vocabulary that matches their current skill level, ensuring steady progress.
In summary, decodable reading is crucial in our lessons, as it strengthens decoding skills, boosts confidence, and enhances reading fluency.
Unit 1
Decodable Reading
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1. Cold readFirst, have your student read through the text on their own, making sure they are tracking as they read. They can track with their finger, a pencil, the computer mouse, or anything you have on hand.
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2. Echo ReadNext, read the text out loud, one sentence at a time. Then, have your student read the same sentence, tracking with their finger, doing their best to match your expression.
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3. Independent readFinally, have your student read through the entire text again. You should notice improvements in their reading fluency and accuracy after completing the cold read and the echo read.
Think Time
Jan got a fish for a
Read the word on the card.
Drag and drop it into the correct box.
People
Pets
Why do you think the fish is mad?
The fish did wish he had a
Why do you think Jan is sad?
She did wish for the fish to not be
How do you think Jan feels?
Jan is