Be sure to complete your ELA needs in Reading, Writing, Grammar, Spelling/Vocabulary, and Handwriting.
All About Reading
Core Aligned Reading Program
- Needs Spelling and Writing/Grammar Component
Levels=PreReading to Level 4 (not correlated to grade levels)
Levels 1 and 2 Recommended for Grade 1
Teacher scripted- easy to follow
Uses a multisensory approach to teach reading (Orton Gillingham)
Uses hands on activities and games for phonemic instruction
Comprehensive reading program
Consulting teachers will order a box and letter tiles to complete the program
Logic of English
Core Aligned Reading Program
Needs: Writing/Grammar Component
Teacher Led Video Instruction (purchased separately)
Multisensory
Good for emerging or struggling readers
Parent Purchase and reimbursed
Reading A-Z
Core Aligned Reading Material (not a reading program)
Good extra reading material to supplement other reading programs (All About Reading and Logic of English).
Independent Readers but NOT a complete reading program.
Excellent confidence builders
CT will supply materials
Memoria Press Charter Storytime Treasures
Literature Guides and Books are designed to compliment reading instruction programs.
Teaches a variety of language skills in the engaging context of favorite books. Vocabulary, and reading comprehension skills are covered.
Explode the Code
Core Aligned Phonics Program
Excellent foundational skills phonics program
Easy to Follow, good extra practice.
Be sure to use the teacher’s guide
Also have an Explode the code online option
Spectrum
Curriculum Supplement for Sight Word Practice
Practice activities to help learn the 300 most used words in reading and writing
Short word work worksheets to help boost reading confidence
Evan-Moor Daily Reading
Curriculum Supplement for non-core reading programs
Supplements with extra reading practice and covers the standards for
Presents students with direct instruction and practice of the comprehension strategies and skills they need to become strong and successful readers
Must download Teacher's Guide for instructional purposes, NOT meant for independent practice in 1st Grade.
Outschool
Can be a Complete Curriculum or a Supplement depending on the course
Live, Online Classes for Kids and Teens
Numerous Courses in a Variety of Subjects
Classes Vary Depending on Availability of Instructors
Some courses can be pricey
Parent Purchase