Takeaways:
1. Reading is not a natural skill.
2. Therefore, instruction must explicit and systematic. Scope and sequence helps with this.
3.Scarborough’s rope is an incredible tool to use to pinpoint deficiencies and know where to focus.
Sadly, there is much data to support that if students are not proficient in reading by end of 3rd grade, they may never be.
Small group instruction is critical for strugglers.
