Decodable Readers Explained: What They Are & How to Use Them

Описание: Feel like your child is guessing at every word while reading?
You’re not alone and it’s not about trying harder. It’s about using the right tools.

In this video, I walk you through decodable readers, one of the most effective, research-backed tools for building real reading skills.

You’ll learn:
What decodable readers actually are (and how they’re different from leveled books)
Why they work, according to the Science of Reading
A simple, step-by-step guide to using them effectively at home or in the classroom
How to support decoding without pressure, guessing, or meltdowns
The key to building both fluency and comprehension, in just 10 minutes a day

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You don’t need complicated programs. You just need the right strategies and tools that meets your child where they are.

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0:00 Introduction & Why Kids Guess Every Word
0:26 What Are Decodable Readers?
0:54 Why They Matter (Science of Reading)
1:30 Step 1: Pre-Teach the Phonics Skill
1:55 Step 2: Introduce High-Frequency Words
2:12 Step 3: Preview the Story
2:25 Step 4: Guided Reading
2:46 Step 5: Error Correction & Support
3:07 Step 6: Comprehension Check
3:23 Tips for Success
4:09 Get the Free Guide

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