Decoding is a crucial skill in reading, defined by Lousia Moats as the ability to translate printed words into speech using sound-symbol correspondences. It’s a component of word recognition in the Scarborough’s Reading Rope, along with phonological awareness and sight recognition, essential for skilled reading alongside language comprehension. Leveled readers, popularized by Fountas and Pinnell, organize texts by complexity and age-appropriate content.
Decodable Books: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators and Parents
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