The first three years of elementary school are critical in building reading skills so a student succeeds in school and life.

In 34 states, the report found, reading-related legislation refers to the “five pillars” of early literacy instruction ... and comprehension. Those components, drawn from the National Reading ...

Explain key components of literacy development, including: phonemic awareness, phonics knowledge, vocabulary knowledge, fluency, comprehension skills and strategies, and writing skills and strategies ...