Decodables Sample Lesson
Looking for a structured, age-appropriate way to build decoding, fluency, and comprehension skills in older struggling readers? Get a Free Sample Lesson from Hidden Gems, a new decodable series for Adolescent Learners in grades 6-12.
What You'll Get:
- Sample chapter from the first book in the series
- Step-by-step teacher-led lesson plans with scripted instruction
- Built-in vocabulary and comprehension routines aligned with the Science of Reading
- Sentence work and morphology tasks that support grammar, writing, and fluency
- Scaffolded strategies for decoding multisyllabic words and applying them in context
Why It Works:
- Phonics-Aligned: Each decodable aligns perfectly with the HD Word scope and sequence—supporting transfer and fluency.
- Cognitive Engagement: Students aren’t just reading—they’re summarizing, discussing, analyzing, and writing.
- High-Interest Narratives: Mature themes, compelling plots, and relatable characters keep students hooked.
- Comprehension + Vocabulary: Each lesson includes Tier 2 word work and text-dependent questions that build deeper understanding.
- Syntax & Sentence Writing: Activities like unscrambling and expanding sentences strengthen grammar and writing fluency.
- Morphology in Action: Students explore prefixes, suffixes, and base words to decode and construct meaning from complex words.
Perfect for:
- Middle & high school Tier 2 and Tier 3 Intervention
- Special education or ELL support
- Small group or supplemental instruction
- Any educator ready to help older students become capable, confident readers
