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 row into Reading is a full-year kindergarten literacy program aligned with No Child Left Behind and Reading First areas of instruction that blends research-based lessons and activities with time-tested instruction and practice to help students build an early understanding of essential reading concepts.
Research
The core literacy objectives of Grow into Reading are organized into eight broad skill areas, five of which are aligned directly with No Child Left Behind’s Reading First requirements. Those skill areas are: concepts of print, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and information skills. Research has proven that each of these areas is critical in developing reading and writing skills in young children (National Reading Panel [NRP], 2000; Morrow, 1997; Welpner, Valmont, & Thurlow, 2000). All activities in Grow into Reading operate on two levels: first, as rich experiences that engage children in joyful learning; and second as developmentally-appropriate literacy activities that build children’s knowledge of the English language. Students are given opportunities to explore and enjoy literature while receiving systematic and explicit instruction on reading skills. It is this integrated approach to literacy instruction that best promotes learning (Pressley, Wharton-McDonald, & Mistretta, 1998).
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Great Source Research and Efficacy Reports Available
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Evaluation and Assessment
Grow into Reading includes Growth Charts that help guide teacher's observations of children's growth, help teachers identify areas where children excel and areas where they might need more encouragement and support, and provide an easy management tool for monitoring children's progress.
Professional Development
Grow into Reading is composed of easy-to-use, research-based components designed to be effective with a minimum amount of training. Professional development is often helpful to guarantee quality implementations at the teacher and administrative level. The content of this on-site training will vary based on the needs of students and teacher. Contact your Great Source representative for pricing and availability.
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