What does the Science of Reading say about the importance of decodables in reading instruction?

The Science of Reading supports a systematic approach to teaching reading. High-quality sets of decodable readers facilitate students’ acquisition of phonics and other reading skills through a specific scope and sequence designed to introduce sounds, words, and skills through a carefully planned approach.

“Science of Reading research indicates that at least 50% of a phonics lesson should be spent on applying a skill to reading and writing. It’s in the application that the learning sticks. Decodable texts are the critical application tool.” —Wiley Blevins

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How do I know which decodable resources to buy?

Today’s market is flooded with products that claim to support the Science of Reading. How can you be sure that you’re making the right investment? Use our Science of Reading Evaluation Checklist, created by Wiley Blevins, to help you select the right program or set of books for you and your students.

Maximize your phonics instruction with decodable texts for every instructional setting.

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Decodable Readers

Print + Digital  •  English + Spanish  •  Grades K-1

Practice phonics and high-frequency words in context while nurturing a love for reading.

Decodable Fluency Builders

Print + Digital  •  Grades K-1

Build fluency, develop comprehension, and apply phonics skills.​

Grade 2 Decodable Passages

Print + Digital  •  Grade 2

Build automaticity with decodable reading practice.

Benchmark Phonics Intervention

Print + Digital  •  Grades K-5

Explicit, systematic phonics support helps students performing below grade level.

Phonics Skill Bags

Print + Digital  •  Grades K-6

Everything you need to build students’ phonics skills—one bag at a time!

Benchmark Phonics

Print + Digital  •  Grades K-5

Explicit, systematic, multi-modal instruction brings phonics to life.

Benchmark Advance

Print + Digital  •  English + Spanish  •  Grades K-6

This knowledge-based K-6 literacy solution nurtures growth and success in all students.

Benchmark Academy:
Meaningful Phonics

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PD Essentials:
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Meaningful Phonics and Word Study: Lesson Fix Ups for Impactful Teaching

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