Reading Resources
Knowing your child's lexile level is the first step to improving reading skills. If you do not know your child's lexile level, click the following hyperlink to access the Macmillan Reader's level test:
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If your child scored significantly below the Proficient Learner range, it may be a phonics problem. Click the following links to access phonics programs and videos:
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44 Phonemes
Teaching phonemes and phonics requires a step-by-step approach. Begin by introducing your child to phonemes by showing them a video that explains the concept. As you play the video, pause it periodically to have your child practice the sounds they have just learned. Once they are familiar with the basic concepts, move onto more complex phonics lessons such as blending and segmenting. Finally, provide your students with ample practice opportunities so they can master their phonemes and phonics skills.
Pronunciation: 44 Phonics Sounds
Review 1st-10th 100 Fry Sight Words below:
Learning sight words is an important part of a child's education. Sight words are the most common words in the English language and are also known as high frequency words. By teaching these words, children are able to quickly recognize them without having to decode the word. This helps improve their reading fluency and comprehension, which are both essential skills to master. Additionally, learning sight words helps children with spelling, vocabulary, and writing.
Recommendation 1:
Print the word list and ask your child to read each word. If your child does not know the word or try to sound it out, try the following strategies:
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Make or print sight word flash cards.
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Have your child pronounce the word three times.
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Have your child write the word three times.
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Tape the word on the wall in your home (i.e. living room, hall way, front door etc.)
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When the child walks pass the word, ask your child to read the word.
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Make sure you review the resources on sightword.com for additional strategies.
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Timed Reading Assessment
Timed Reading Assessment is an important tool in measuring a child's reading comprehension. It allows educators to determine a student's Lexile measure, which is an evaluation of their reading ability. The assessment requires the student to read a passage within a set amount of time, and then answer a series of questions about the text. It is important that educators select passages that are 50 points below or 50 points above the child's Lexile measure, in order to ensure an accurate assessment. By using Timed Reading Assessment, educators can identify a student's reading strengths and weaknesses, and provide them with the appropriate support.
Review the video to learn about Timed Reading Assessments:
Review the Lexile Framework to access reading passages on your child's reading level.