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Why do teachers love the Read Side by Side Reading Program?

The Read Side by Side Reading Program uses authentic literature to ignite a love of reading for middle-grade students. Teachers report a high-level of student engagement and an increase in a love of reading!

"The kids don't want to stop reading! It pains them to put their books away at the end of the day!" ~4th Grade Teacher, Matt Wyrick

Learn more about how reading volume increases reading growth.

The curriculum uses a text-structure approach to comprehension. Students learn to break their text into quadrants and read using the CIA (Collect-Interpret-Apply) approach. This approach emphasizes key ideas and details, the author's craft, and the book's theme. Students gain confidence and competence!

"The CIA approach gives readers the key to unlocking the mystery of complex text. It empowers students to become independent, successful readers!" ~Middle School Teacher, Holly Urness 

A 2017 evidence study shows the impact of the program on student achievement!

Read the study.

The three-part structure of the program helps all students achieve. Part one provides teacher modeling and guided practice through read-aloud instruction. Part two differentiates instruction as students participate in book clubs. Part three increases student success selecting books from the classroom library!

"My students are using the skills and transferring them to other reading. This program has enabled all my students to gain confidence as readers." ~4th Grade Teacher, Cathy Plucker

Learn more about the 3-part program design!

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The Read Side by Side Reading Program for elementary introduces students to chapter book reading! Students learn to "read like detectives" as they uncover text clues that point to the author's central message. The program combines:

  • vocabulary,
  • comprehension,
  • fluency,
  • speaking and listening, and 
  • writing.

A three part curriculum design moves students from modeling, to guided, and independent practice. 

Teachers love the way the program increases engagement for students and provides easy-to-use lessons!

Learn more about the program!

 

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DesMoinesChristian

Proven to increase motivation and skill!

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We are seeing great changes in our students this year! They are improving their comprehension and we are seeing improvements in their writing as well. Our students love for reading is growing! Thank you!

4th Grade Teacher Rachelle Altena

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Not sure if the program is right for you?

We are confident the Read Side by Side Reading Program is the right fit for your next curriculum adoption! To learn more about the program and request a sample kit, connect with one of our advisors!

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