This is an excellent resource within the classroom or to share with parents for effective at-home learning!

Each book can be used online in an HTML version OR downloaded as a free PDF that can be printed as an actual book. There is a PowerPoint for each book. This resource includes various formats , including special versions for ipads or tablets.

Worksheets and fluency charts accompany each book! There are ten total sets of readers with many books included in each set.

SPELD SA Phonic Books follow the sequence of letter-sounds used in the Jolly Phonics phonics program. The books can be used with other phonics programs as well.

Sequence of letter-sounds:
- Set 1 - s, a, t, p, i, n
- Set 2 - c, k, ck, e, h, r, m, d
- Set 3 - g, o, u, l, f, b
- Set 4 - ai, j, oa, ie, ee, or
- Set 5- z, w, ng, v, oo (book), oo (room)
- Set 6 - y, x, sh, ch, th (think), th (that)
- Set 7 - qu, ou, oi, ue, er, ar
- Set 8 - y (sunny), a (apron), a-e (cake), e (female), e-e (eve), i (silent), i-e (kite), o (open), o-e (home), u (student), u-e (tune)
- Set 9 - ay (play), ey (they), oy (toy), y (mystery), ea (dream), ie (chief), y (dry), igh (night)
- Set 10 - oe (toe), ow (rainbow), ow (now), ir (bird), ur (turn), ew (few), au (launch), aw (paw), al (talk)

To access more free online decodable books, visit https://literacylearn.com/free-decodable-readers/

This document shows a sample schedule for a language block in grade 1 or 2.

e Saskatchewan Literacy Network is Saskatchewan's leader in literacy and essential skills. Our organization engages with government departments, academic institutions, literacy organizations, private companies, literacy practitioners, communities, and learners throughout the province.

Resources are available for adult learners, families and teachers!

Start your day with the Science of Reading! The free, downloadable Scarborough’s Reading Rope placemat is the perfect addition to your classroom table or desk.

Designed for educators who are passionate about research-based literacy practices, this placemat breaks Scarborough’s Reading Rope down into the key elements of skilled reading and includes quick teaching tips for integrating each into your instruction.

This collection houses resources that support teachers in implementing research and evidence-based practices in the instruction of reading. This collection is being added to and developed and is a "work in progress!"  Please continue to check back as we add more resources and links!

"The science of reading has culminated in a preponderance of evidence to inform how proficient reading and writing develop; why some have difficulty; and how we can most effectively assess and teach and, therefore, improve student outcomes through prevention of and intervention for reading difficulties.

Although the scientific evidence base for effective reading has existed for decades, the term “the science of reading” has gained traction in the last few years, potentially leading to misunderstandings. The Science of Reading: Defining Guide provides a firm definition of what the science of reading is, what it is not, and how all stakeholders can understand its potential to transform reading instruction."

You can register to get a free download of the e-book, or purchase a copy on this site.
39 pages; easy/light read.

Check out this one-hour-long presentation for an overview of the Science of Reading. This was done for a virtual conference and is a great introduction to this important topic.  Click on the image below to watch the video.  

Really Great Reading offers free webinars to educators to learn about how to teach reading and vocabulary.

These valuable scope and sequence charts outline the reading and spelling skills that students require and the order in which they should be developed.

The charts cover skills for students from grade 1-grade 5/6.

Preschool Games, Videos, & Coloring Pages to Help Kids Grow Smarter, Stronger & Kinder
With a mission to help kids meet critical early development needs — the program many of us grew up on is still going strong and providing online content and shows every weekday morning. Many parents will attest that “Sesame Street” is still one of the best resources for the pre-K and kindergarten set, as well as kids with special needs. You’ll find video, games and art projects online.

Shared Reading is an interactive reading experience that occurs when students join in or share the reading of a book or other text while guided and supported by a teacher. The teacher explicitly models the skills of proficient readers, including reading with fluency and expression. The shared reading model often uses oversized books (referred to as big books) with enlarged print and illustrations.

This short podcast (about 4 minutes) explores tips and suggestions for how to share a book at home with your child.  There isn't a wrong way to share a book - but we hope these tips help you have the best experience possible. 

The Dolch Sight Words list is the most commonly used set of sight words.

This site has lists of the Dolch Sight Words at each grade level, as well at Dolch Sight Word Lessons, Flash Cards and Word Games.

Sounder & Friends is a resource that focuses on phonological awareness & the Science of Reading. It has engaging activities and characters and the Instagram page also does weekly posts that break down different elements of reading and explain them clearly. This could be a great resource for teachers and families!

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"The ten Extended Code First Steps books:
*contain beautifully illustrated quirky stories that children will love
*are carefully written to match the Sounds-Write units
*are great for the classroom and for home reading too
Available as pdfs for you to download."

Titles include:
Extended Code Unit 1 /ae/ - Kate Bakes

Extended Code Unit 2 /ee/ - Lee Reads

Extended Code Unit 4 /oe/ - Flo Rows

Extended Code Unit 6 /er/ - Earl's Words

Extended Code Unit 7 /e/ - Ali's Chess Set

Extended Code Unit 8 /ow/ - Tao's Trek

Extended Code Unit 10 /oo/ as in moon - Charity's Flute

Extended Code Unit 11 /ie/ - Tess's Bike Race

Extended Code Unit 12 /oo/ as in book - Jack Camps in the Woods

Extended Code Unit 14 /u/ - Doug's Cousin

Early-childhood learning can help prepare students for better academic engagement. This Spotlight will help you discover how coding exercises can enhance preschooler’s academic skills; learn how to support young students’ language growth; understand the gaps in preschooler’s language development since the pandemic; examine the impact of early education programs on high school performance; investigate challenges facing school readiness; and evaluate Pre-K programs from multiple lenses.

Download the PDF file.

Are you ready to help your preschooler begin their journey into reading? Visit the StoryPlace website where you can discover stories and activities designed just for them, organized by different themes. This website acts like a virtual library for kids. Besides all the fun stuff for children, parents can also find helpful information about teaching early reading skills.

Once a story is selected you can:
*listen to the story
*complete an online activity
*watch related videos
*find more suggestions on the reading list
*complete an at home activity

Storytelling/Story Acting (STSA) is a simple movement based on the work of Vivian Paley. STSA involves children dictating stories to adults, followed by a teacher-facilitated acting out of children’s stories at meeting times throughout the day. STSA develops narrative fluency, the concept of a story, and the opportunity to express emotions and experiences. There is no need for rehearsal or special props and stories can be acted out anywhere. It is however, important to designate a “stage” and develop a routine around STSA.

Materials include:
Teacher guides
Student workbooks
Decodable readers
Assessment and remediation guides
Videos
Flip books
Many other supports