Steps to Comprehension

Original and engaging leveled books supported by systematic and explicit instruction meet the needs of students reading 6 to 12 months below grade level.

• OFFERS differentiated reading comprehension instruction with fast-paced lessons and consistent routines.
   
• ACCELERATES learning by scaffolded instruction with easy-to-use strategies.
   
• PREPARES below-level students to become strategic readers using original, engaging fiction and nonfiction books.
   
• PROVIDES multiple practice opportunities and assessments.

	Teacher Guides Teacher Guides differentiate and scaffold instruction with explicit strategies to meet the needs of students reading 6 to 12 months below level. Instruction built on gradual release of responsibility framework Strategies for whole or small group settings Lesson plans for every Student Book and Big Book selection Assessments Pacing Plan Tips for classroom management Suggestions for working with English Language Learners Take a Look Inside! Download a FREE Teacher Guide sampler.
	Big Books Big Books model specific strategies and clarify understanding of each skill. Grades K-1 Thematic Big Books encourage oral language development and group discussion for early grades. Grades 2-7/8 Comprehension Skills Big Books contain 2-page selections for each comprehension skill covered.
	Student Books Student Books engage and develop below-level readers. High-interest, below-level readers gradually increase in text complexity and cover a variety of Fiction and Nonfiction text types, across GRLs A-Y.
	Blackline Masters Books Blackline Masters Books support students with multiple practice opportunities. Practice and Assessment worksheets for each Leveled Reader Language/Foundational Skills and Close Reading Practice Worksheets for Grades K-1 Reading Comprehension Practice Worksheets for Grades 2-8 Pre- and Post-Assessments for Grades 2-8 Graphic organizers for additional support Take a Look Inside! Download a FREE Blackline Masters Book sampler.

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