The Reading Lab
Building Foundation Skills For Future Success
What is the Science of Reading?
The Science of Reading is a large body of research that explains how children learn to read and which instructional practices are most effective. It combines research from education, psychology, neuroscience, and language development to help children become strong, confident readers.
At PACA Reading Lab, we use Science of Reading strategies to help students build foundational literacy skills in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment.
Key Components of the Science of Reading
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Phonemic Awareness
Hearing and working with sounds in spoken words. -
Phonics
Learning how letters and letter combinations connect to sounds. -
Fluency
Reading smoothly, accurately, and with expression. -
Vocabulary
Building understanding of word meanings and language. -
Comprehension
Understanding, discussing, and thinking deeply about what is read.