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Science of Reading Decodable Texts
Systematic, explicit phonics readers aligned with SoR principles. Perfect for building orthographic mapping.
CVC Words & Blending Stories
Simple Consonant-Vowel-Consonant stories for emerging readers. Focus on segmenting and blending sounds.
Long Vowels (Silent E) Passages
Engaging stories featuring CVCe words. Helps students master the 'Magic E' rule.
Consonant Blends & Digraphs
Texts rich in sh, ch, th, wh and initial/final blends (st, bl, nd).
R-Controlled Vowels (Bossy R)
Stories focusing on ar, or, er, ir, ur sounds. Crucial for 1st and 2nd grade fluency.
Vowel Teams & Diphthongs
Advanced phonics practice for 'ai', 'ay', 'ea', 'ee', 'oa', 'ou', 'oi'.
High-Frequency Sight Words
Stories packed with Dolch and Fry sight words to improve automaticity.
Multisyllabic Words Decoding
Passages for 3rd+ grade struggling readers focusing on prefix/suffix and syllable division.
Silent Letters (kn, wr, gn)
Fun stories featuring 'ghost letters' like Knight, Wrist, and Gnat.
Soft C and G Stories
Practice the alternative sounds of C (city) and G (giraffe).
No Prep Reading Comprehension
Print-and-go worksheets with mixed skills. Ideal for homework.
Making Predictions with Mysteries
Short mystery stories where students must predict the ending using clues.
Character Traits Analysis
Stories highlighting strong personalities. Students analyze actions to infer traits.
Compare and Contrast Passages
Texts presenting two subjects (e.g., Frogs vs Toads) for Venn Diagram practice.
Cause and Effect in History
Historical texts focusing on why events happened and their results.
Summarizing Nonfiction Texts
Informational articles designed for practicing the 'Somebody Wanted But So Then' strategy.
Author's Purpose & Persuasion
Texts written to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain (PIE).
Context Clues & Vocabulary
Passages with challenging words embedded in rich context.
Amazing Animal Adaptations
Fascinating articles about how animals survive. Sharks, chameleons, and more.
Space & The Solar System
Passages about planets, astronauts, and the moon landing.
Extreme Weather & Disasters
High-engagement texts about tornadoes, hurricanes, and volcanoes.
Life Cycles: Plants & Animals
From seed to flower, from egg to frog. Science sequencing practice.
Ocean Animals & Marine Life
Deep dive into coral reefs, whales, and the Mariana Trench.
Human Body & Health
How the heart beats, why we sleep, and healthy eating habits.
Dinosaurs & Fossils
T-Rex, Triceratops, and how fossils are formed. Always a student favorite.
Ecosystems & Habitats
Rainforests, deserts, tundras, and the food chains within them.
Biographies of Changemakers
Inspiring stories of inventors, leaders, and activists.
Ancient Civilizations
Egypt, Rome, Greece, and China. Pyramids, gladiators, and inventions.
The American Revolution
The 13 Colonies, George Washington, and the fight for independence.
U.S. Presidents
Facts and stories about Lincoln, Washington, and modern presidents.
Geography & Map Skills
Learning continents, oceans, and how to read a map key.
Community Helpers & Careers
Firefighters, doctors, vets, and teachers. Great for K-2.
Native American Heritage
Legends, history, and culture of Indigenous Peoples.
Civil Rights Movement
MLK Jr, Ruby Bridges, and the march for equality.
Seasonal Collections (All Year)
General seasonal content for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer.
Back to School Activities
Rules, making friends, and school routines. Perfect for August/September.
Halloween & Spooky Stories
Fun, slightly spooky stories about bats, pumpkins, and costumes.
Thanksgiving & Gratitude
Turkeys, family meals, and being thankful.
Winter Holidays Around the World
Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Diwali traditions.
Black History Month (February)
Dedicated collection for BHM featuring inventors and artists.
Women's History Month (March)
Amelia Earhart, Frida Kahlo, and other inspiring women.
Earth Day & Environment
Recycling, saving water, and protecting nature. (April)
SEL: Emotions & Kindness
Stories teaching empathy, self-regulation, and kindness.
Growth Mindset & Perseverance
The power of 'Yet'. Stories about trying again and not giving up.
Friendship & Conflict Resolution
Navigating playground fights and making new friends.
Fiction: Mixed Genres
Fantasy, Realistic Fiction, and Mystery mix.
Nonfiction: Mixed Topics
General informational articles.
Poetry & Rhyme
Simple poems to teach rhyme scheme, rhythm, and imagery.
Debate & Opinion Topics
Two-sided texts to spark classroom debate.
Myths, Legends & Folktales
Tall tales, fables, and ancient myths.
Reading Skills
Targeted passages for specific comprehension strategies across elementary grades.
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Decodable Phonics
Systematic phonics texts designed for orthographic mapping and decoding practice.