Reading Comprehension
Explore resources designed to improve reading comprehension in kindergarten through third grades. 
- View a visual diagram of all three practices
- Watch a topic overview and download planning templates
- Listen to an expert
Explore the subtopics below to learn more about the recommended practices:
To learn more about the research underlying these practices, view the IES Practice Guide, Improving Reading Comprehension in Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade.
Instructional Planner: Selecting Text for Teaching Comprehension Strategies
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Download this tool to assist teachers when they are selecting text for reading comprehension instruction. The planning chart can serve as a checklist to help teachers to remember important elements...
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Teacher Self-Assessment: Gradual Release of Responsibility
Reading Comprehension > Comprehension Strategies > Overview & Tools
Use this tool to introduce teachers to the idea of a “gradual release of responsibility,” to help them assess their own practice, and to explore teaching examples they might want to adapt for their...
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Learning Together About Reading Comprehension Strategies
Reading Comprehension > Comprehension Strategies > Overview & Tools
Professional development providers and literacy coaches can use this tool to introduce teachers to the key concepts in reading comprehension instruction. Included in this tool is a brainstorming...
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Reading Comprehension Planning Template #3
Reading Comprehension > Overview & Tools
Regional comprehensive center staff and others who work directly with state education agencies will find strategies in this planning template to facilitate conversations with state staff about...
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Reading Comprehension Planning Template #2
Reading Comprehension > Overview & Tools
State-level staff who work directly with local education agencies (districts) will find ideas in this template for translating the recommendations from the IES Practice Guide on reading...
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Reading Comprehension Planning Template #1
Reading Comprehension > Overview & Tools
District staff who work with school administrators and teaching staff in their districts, such as curriculum leaders, can use this template to work through a comprehensive set of options that can...
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