New to the Science of Reading? Making the shift can feel overwhelming, but starting with a few key steps will set you and your students up for success. In this episode, we’ll break down the five essential steps to help you begin using structured literacy practices with confidence.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• Why phonological awareness is the foundation of reading success
• How to implement systematic phonics instruction every day
• The benefits of decodable texts over leveled readers
• A simple method to replace sight word memorization with sound mapping
• How sorting sight words by phonics rules improves retention

Tune in now to start your Science of Reading journey with confidence!

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