ReadWorks

IRA Newsletter Project: Effective Literacy Website #5

            ReadWorks  (readworks.org) is a free online reading resource that offers comprehension resources to support reading instruction.  It offers a wide range of nonfiction texts and activities as well assessments to support teachers strengthen literacy skills using various high quality passages and activities for differentiated reading instructions. Upon exploration of this website, I found that it is easy to navigate and to implement and used as a supplement to improve reading instruction.

            What makes this online resource a great learning tool is how it supports readers at different skill levels, especially struggling readers.  The differentiated passages help students develop their background knowledge as well as their vocabulary skills.  Many of the passages offer an audio option for those who prefer audio text or struggles with written text.

            This website is easy for students to navigate and very student friendly. The passages that are provided can supplement and support lessons from different content areas. There are three ways these passages can be used in the classroom which includes: digitally, by print, or projected onto a board or smart board. Some of the activities include graphic organizers and worksheets for responses and critical analysis.

            Readworks help teachers by offering quality passages that promotes literacy.  The features available to teachers make it easier for teachers to monitor student progress and give feedback to students.  This is an excellent website that is thoughtfully designed to provide quality reading instruction that help build better readers.