Decoding Intervention Toolkit for Grades K-2

Decoding Intervention Toolkit for Grades K-2

WHO IT'S FOR

• Teachers supporting students in Grades K-2 who need decoding interventions.
• Educators working in core or small group settings focused on foundational reading skills.
• Ontario teachers implementing SSP (Science of Reading-aligned) strategies in intervention contexts.

WHAT YOU GET

• 3 simple, research-based decoding routines (5-10 minutes each).
• A quick data tracker to monitor student progress.
• A teacher checklist to ensure fidelity of implementation.
• A weekly planner to organize intervention groups and track daily routines.
• A student-facing printable for practicing decoding skills in a fun and engaging way.
• An evidence log sheet aligned with IEP and SSP reporting standards.
• Differentiation tips for multiple learning levels (Support, Core, Extension).

QUICK START

1. Download and print the toolkit materials below.
2. Choose one routine to implement during your next decoding intervention session.
3. Spend 5-10 minutes reviewing the routine and practicing with your group.
4. Use the data tracker to record student progress daily.
5. Reflect weekly using the evidence log sheet to adjust instruction as needed.

THE PACK CONTENT

1. Teacher Checklist

Use this checklist to implement and monitor decoding routines effectively.

Decoding Intervention Checklist

• □ Review decoding routine instructions before the session.
• □ Prepare materials (e.g., word lists, student printables).
• □ Begin each session with a clear objective.
• □ Monitor students for mastery and adjust pacing.
• □ Record progress in the data tracker after each session.
• □ Evaluate weekly progress and reflect using the evidence log.

2. Weekly Planner/Tracker

3. Student-Facing Printable

Decode and Draw!

Directions: Read the word. Write it below. Then draw a picture to match the word!

4. Evidence Log Sheet

DIFFERENTIATION

• Support Level: Use simpler CVC words with consistent vowel patterns. Provide visual aids for struggling students.
• Core Level: Use a mix of CVC and CVCC words. Gradually introduce more challenging patterns.
• Extension Level: Add digraphs, blends, or multisyllabic words for advanced learners. Include opportunities to read in context.

OPTIONAL DIGITAL VERSION

Running this in Milestone Teachers? Here's how:

• Upload the routines and printables into your digital intervention hub.
• Use the data tracker template to log scores digitally.
• Share progress snapshots with parents or admin via the evidence log.
• Automate reminders for daily intervention sessions.
• Save all progress data for easy IEP reporting.

CTA

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