Reading by Design

Reading by Design offers a systematic, multisensory approach to literacy intervention to enhance reading and writing skills for students across all grade levels. This comprehensive program is grounded in research-based practices and provides an intensive, explicit, and cumulative framework for effective remediation of literacy challenges, including dyslexia.

Course Overview:

This workshop introduces participants to the core components of the Reading by Design program, which is meticulously crafted to address key areas of literacy development:

• Phonological Awareness: Develop students' ability to recognize and manipulate sounds in spoken language.
• Sound-Symbol Association: Teach the connection between sounds and their corresponding symbols to support decoding and encoding skills.
• Syllable Types: Explore the six syllable types to improve student reading and spelling accuracy.
• Written Spelling Patterns: Focus on patterns that enhance spelling skills and support decoding.
• Morphology: Understand word formation and structure to enhance vocabulary and comprehension.
• Syntax: Teach sentence structure and grammar to improve writing and reading comprehension.
• Reading Fluency: Foster smooth and accurate reading to boost literacy and comprehension.
• Comprehension: Develop strategies to enhance understanding and interpretation of text.

Key Features:

• Progress Monitoring: Embedded review lessons and progress checks ensure that students' development is tracked and instruction is adjusted as needed.
• Versatility: Suitable for small, homogeneous group settings from kindergarten through grade 12.
• Teacher Materials: Comprehensive instructional materials are included to support the effective program implementation.

Reading by Design is ideal for educators seeking a structured, evidence-based approach to literacy intervention. By integrating this program, you can provide targeted support to help students achieve reading and writing automaticity and succeed academically.