What Are Decodable Readers?
The “Decodable Readers” They Are Funding Are Books That Are Contrived to Help Children Practise a Particular Letter-Sound Pattern Taught as Part of a Synthetic...
The “decodable readers” they are funding are books that are contrived to help children practise a particular letter-sound pattern taught as part of a synthetic phonics program. ... While they may teach the phonics skills “N” and “P”, they don't teach children the other important decoding skills of grammar and vocabulary.
How do you use Decodable readers?
- Circle or highlight words with a target phonics pattern (this is important because it helps kids make the connection between a phonics concept and actual reading)
- Discuss the meaning of the text (always!)
- Read the text multiple times, for fluency practice (at school and/or at home)
Why do we use Decodable readers?
The use of decodable text forces readers to practice their decoding skills instead of relying on pictures or guessing. Brain research tells us this strengthens the growing neuronal connections in the brain. Watch Stanislas DeHaene to learn more in “How the Brain Learns to Read.”
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