Sight of Me: Tiered Reading Program

The Sight of Me: Building Strong Readers program is a comprehensive, tiered reading curriculum designed to cultivate literacy skills in K-8 students. With a structured approach that spans three levels—Foundation, Growth, and Mastery—the program provides targeted support to meet students at their current reading level and help them advance to the next stage. Backed by the Science of Reading, the program emphasizes systematic instruction to promote long-term reading success.

Each book in the series includes:

1. Weekly guidance to reinforce key concepts

2. Additional resources to support and enrich learning

3. Assessments to monitor comprehension before progressing

4. Vibrant, engaging activities that make learning fun

Program Tiers

1. Tier One – Foundation (K-2):
At the Foundation level, the focus is on laying a solid groundwork for literacy. Students are introduced to essential reading skills, including the alphabet, vowel identification, phonics, basic vocabulary, and simple sentence structures. Through interactive read-alouds, picture books, and phonemic awareness exercises, we foster a love for reading while building crucial word recognition and comprehension skills. This tier ensures that students develop a strong foundation for future literacy development.

2. Tier Two – Growth (Grades 3-5):
The Growth level takes students’ reading abilities to the next stage, introducing more complex concepts and vocabulary. At this level, students work through challenging reading components, including Silent E, digraphs, consonant blends, and trigraphs. The focus shifts toward improving reading fluency through guided and independent reading, with an emphasis on building stronger comprehension skills. This tier is designed to expand students’ reading horizons, helping them navigate more difficult texts with confidence.

3. Tier Three and Up – Mastery (Grades 6-8):
The Mastery level focuses on helping students become independent, confident readers. At this stage, students engage in advanced reading activities, including spelling, writing sentences and paragraphs, and exploring a variety of text types. The goal is to move beyond rote memorization and develop a deeper understanding of text structure, fostering a genuine appreciation for reading. This tier aims to equip students with the critical thinking skills necessary to analyze complex texts and express their understanding clearly.

Key Features

• Personalized Learning: Each tier offers differentiated instruction, ensuring that students receive the appropriate level of challenge and support based on their unique needs. This personalized approach helps children progress at their own pace.
  
  

• Progress Monitoring: Regular assessments track student progress, providing valuable insights into strengths and areas for growth. Teachers and parents can use this data to adjust instruction, ensuring every student stays on track for success.
  
  

• Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to actively engage in their child’s reading journey, incorporating everyday activities that reinforce literacy skills and support at-home learning.
  
  

• Engaging Resources: The program utilizes a wide range of age-appropriate books, digital tools, and interactive resources designed to keep students motivated and excited about reading. These resources ensure that learning is both fun and effective.
  
  

Outcomes

By the end of the Building Strong Readers program, students will have developed strong reading skills, an appreciation for literature, and the confidence to tackle more challenging texts as they move through their academic careers. With a solid foundation in reading, writing, and comprehension, students will be well-equipped to succeed in all areas of learning.

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Empower your child with the tools they need for reading success. With the Sight of Me: Building Strong Readers program, every child can become a confident, lifelong reader.