The mandates of NCLB require grade-level reading proficiency for all students by the end of third grade. Reading First defines the standards for successful early reading programs. All curriculum and supplemental materials funded under Reading First must be:

• Based on scientific research
• Offer instruction in five key areas—phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension— identified by the National Reading Panel.
• Include screening, diagnostic, and classroom-based instructional assessments for all reading instruction

PLATO Learning offers premier products that are research-based with proven literacy instruction aligned to Reading First goals. Individual, small group, and whole classroom instruction is supported by teacher-directed instruction or computer-based learning. Both Early Reading products can be used for daily skills practice or remediation across all student populations including mainstream, ELL, and special needs students.

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