Small-group reading instruction can boost literacy outcomes when planned with intention. Grouping students by similar skills allows targeted support that builds fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
Small-group reading instruction, especially when paired with programs like Open Court Reading, can transform literacy development. By combining targeted lessons with decodable texts, structured ...
In the Sept. 26, 2025, opinion essay, “Small-Group Reading Instruction Is Not as Effective as You Think,” authors Mike Schmoker and Timothy Shanahan list shortcomings of small-group reading ...