The Read Side by Side Reading Program for grades 3-6 is an evidence based program catering to the needs of middle-grade readers. The pride of the program is the use of rich, quality chapter books to increase reading motivation and comprehension success!
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New! The Read Side by Side Reading Program now expands into middle school with a curriculum to build analytical reading and writing skill. Increase students' confidence, motivation, and success!
Learn more about the program for grades 7-8!
Aligned to research!
You can feel confident that the Read Side by Side Reading Program aligns to the scientific research of how to teach reading.
"The program offers a research-based approach that results in success stories. It incorporates numerous reading strategies to meet the needs of students of all reading levels." ~Plus Plus Tutoring
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Proven to increase reading skill!
A quasi-experimental evidence study conducted in 2017 shows strong growth in reading comprehension and an increase in motivation to read. Students increase their confidence and competence!
"This program enables my students, especially my ELL's, to have the language and confidence to read and discuss. They are using the skills they have learned and are transferring them to other reading!" ~ Cathy Plucker, 4th Grade Teacher
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Loved by teachers!
Teachers love the ease-of-use! Lessons are fully scripted and are written by a classroom teacher. Lessons increase student engagement and interest in reading.
"This program has made me on-fire for teaching again! It has been largely contagious with my students. This program promotes a life-long love of reading!" ~Krystal Yates, 5th Grade Teacher
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