Once children have completed Read Write Inc, we use Steps to Read.  This provides a clear teaching sequence to reading sessions that explicitly teach reading skills and strategies in a cumulative way through evidence based approaches.

Steps to Read:

• Is sequenced, coherent and progressive
• Uses language-rich texts for vocabulary teaching
• Includes all elements of comprehension, taught sequentially across an academic year
• Has a clear focus on the skills and strategies needed to be a proficient and confident reader
• Uses engaging texts to promote a life-long love of reading
• Includes poetry, non-fiction and fiction that enhances knowledge learning across the curriculum