Short Reads Decodables incrementally target specific sound-spellings following an evidence-based scope and sequence grounded in the Science of Reading.
Short Reads Decodables | Grades K–3
Highly Decodable Texts. Highly Effective Phonics Practice.
Strengthen phonics skills with high-interest, highly decodable text cards and explicit phonics practice.
Short Reads Decodables | Grades K–3
Highly Decodable Texts. Highly Effective Phonics Practice.
Strengthen phonics skills with high-interest, highly decodable text cards and explicit phonics practice.
A Science-Based Scope and Sequence
Better Decodables. Better Readers.
Short Reads Decodables aren’t just instructional tools. They’re engaging to read and support students’ transition to natural language text.
75%+ Decodable
Text cards target specific sound-spellings and continually spiral prior skills.
Nonfiction + Fiction
A wide range of genres and text types prepare students for more complex texts.
Culturally Responsive
Diverse characters and subjects reflect your students' cultures and experiences.
Aligned Teaching Materials
Every text card provides teachers with a powerful and practical phonics lesson.
Recognized by Top Decodables Guide
Short Reads Decodables have been selected for inclusion in the University of Florida Literacy Institute's (UFLI) Decodable Text Guide. That means they're aligned with UFLI's highly respected research-based scope & sequence.
Explore the Program
See one of our decodables for yourself, sample a Teacher's Guide, or review our support materials.
90 Student Text Cards
90 text cards, 6 copies each, support targeted small-group practice.
Teacher's Guide
Powerful phonics lessons accompany each text and include ideas for differentiation.
Downloadable Support Materials
Spelling lists, word study lessons, and an oral reading rubric are available online.
The Perfect Phonics Decodables
Short Reads Decodables are a highly effective way to build students' phonics skills through short texts. These decodable cards can be used with the Ready4Reading system or as a supplement to any core phonics or literacy programs. Contact your local representative to learn more about how Short Reads Decodables can work in your classroom.
Additional Phonics Support
Short Reads Decodables are just one part of our comprehensive Ready4Reading program for Grades K–3. Add these other resources to further enhance phonics instruction or explore the full program.
Ready4Reading: Wiley Blevins Teaching Phonics
Explicit instruction in alphabet knowledge, phonics, and word study skills
Ready4Reading: Read to Know Text Sets
Knowledge-building decodable texts with supporting Watch & Learn videos
Ready4Reading: Phonics Manipulatives
Metal trays, magnetic letters, sound blocks, articulation cards, and more to solidify sound-spellings and practice blending letter sounds
Ready4Reading: Phonics Booster Kits
Explicit phonics instruction and meaningful practice to support and enhance any summer curriculum
