The more that you read,
the more things you will know.
The more that you learn,
the more places you'll go.
~ Dr. Seuss ~

Balanced Literacy

The Washington Academy Reading program is provided through a Balanced Literacy approach.  Balanced Literacy includes instruction in Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Comprehension, Fluency and Vocabulary.  Each teacher provides this instruction through Guided Reading, where they work with the whole group, small groups and individuals to address specific skills.  They use many materials including text books, trade books, magazines, websites and more to achieve their instructional objectives.

Balanced Literacy Framework

District Literacy Goals & Standards

Choosing a Child's Book

Early Literacy Development

Embracing the Child

Helping Your Child Learn to Read

International Reading Association Parent Resources

Literacy Begins at Home

Reading Tips for Parents

Tips to Build Better Readers

TogetheREADTip of the Month

Top Ten Ways to Improve Reading Skills

US Department of Education