SpellRead™ is a research-validated phonological auditory training program rated by the Department of Education as the top small-group reading comprehension program. Using a multisensory approach, students learn to recognize and manipulate the 44 English sounds; practice, apply, and transfer their skills using leveled readers and trade books; and write about their reading.
Three phases of instruction
- Phase A: 50 lessons introduce the 44 English phonemes and their primary spellings, up to the one-syllable level.
- Phase B: 30 lessons introduce the secondary spellings of vowel sounds, consonant blends, and two-syllable words.
- Phase C: 25 lessons teach clusters, verb endings and multisyllabic words.
Three hours per week
- Three 60-minute sessions
Three components in each session
- Linguistic Foundations: A multisensory presentation of side-by-side phonemic awareness and phonics activities. The creative and varied exercises enhance student motivation while working a skill to the point of automaticity.
- Active Reading: Supports students' fluency through oral reading practice using high interest trade books and leveled readers.
- Writing Connections: Develops students' ability to turn oral language into written language.
