Small group instruction is where the magic happens—but only when it’s purposeful and supported by the right tools! Decodable texts are one of the most powerful resources for accelerating reading growth, but how can you make the most of them in your small-group instruction?

Join us for this strategy-packed session, where we’ll dive into practical, research-backed ways to use decodable texts to support accuracy, fluency, and comprehension. Whether you’re working with new readers, advanced readers, or students who need reinforcement, you’ll learn how to maximize every minute of your small-group time with engaging, high-impact techniques that utilize a structured literacy approach to reading instruction.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to reinforce phonics patterns in your small groups

✅ How to build fluency and support decoding development and automaticity 

✅ Vocabulary strategies that work well in a small group setting

✅ Comprehension strategies that go beyond decoding, helping students build meaning and confidence

✅ How to support writing skills during small group instruction

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with practical, ready-to-use strategies that will help you transform your small-group reading instruction—making it more effective, engaging, and impactful for all learners.

Who Should Attend?

This session is perfect for K-2 teachers, reading interventionists, literacy specialists, and anyone looking to optimize their small-group instruction with evidence-based practices that truly move the needle on reading success.