Decodable texts are science-based books that develop grapheme-phoneme correspondence in young readers, helping them verbalize letters and words correctly and read more confidently. Inside, you’ll find:
• The latest phonics and decodable book sets and series
• A Q&A with third grade-teacher Hannah Irion-Frake on incorporating decodable texts into your curriculum
• Tips on how to start your very own #ClassroomBookADay with inclusive picture book read-alouds
• An exciting webinar with literacy advocate Jessica Farmer on unlocking the potential of decodable books in the classroom
Decodable, phonics-based stories for 2nd–4th graders learning the basics of
Book 7 available August 2025 and Book 8 available February 2026
“A unique approach to high-interest texts for reluctant burgeoning readers, this book offers phonics fun wrapped in serious researchbased success.” —SLJ
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Buddy Reader Text for confident or experienced readers
Dyslexiafriendly, easy-toread font
Can you identify all the words?
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Learner Text featuring speech bubbles, object labels and Meg and Greg! Bolded words highlight the new phonics concept
New concept: suffixes and prefixes
• Three layers of text: object labels, speech bubbles and the longer story
• Each book features four stories that introduce a new phonics concept
• Meg and Greg books are built for shared reading
• Includes special features to help readers with dyslexia and other language based learning difficulties including shaded paper, extra space and easy-to-read font
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Discover truly decodable books for your Science of Reading implementation
20+ decodable sets for beginner readers
Phonic Books readers and activities cover all 5 key pillars of reading instruction: √ Phonemic Awareness √ Phonics
Fluency √ Vocabulary √ Comprehension
Fiction and nonfiction books for K-2
Build foundational reading skills for beginner readers
Dandelion World Stages 1-7 (14 book set)
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Dandelion World Reading and Writing Activities for Stages 1–7
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There is an accompanying photocopiable activity book for each series with activities on reading, writing, and spelling
Aligned to popular, evidence-based curricula grounded in phonics
Hi-Lo books for small group instruction and reading intervention
Action-packed fantasy and adventure stories that unlock the joy of reading for older students with gaps in their phonics knowledge
20+ decodable sets for catch-up readers
Mel on Mars (12 book set)
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Age-appropriate illustrations
Mel on Mars Activities
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Engaging storylines to motivate students who may have experienced reading failure
All Phonic Books readers feature dyslexia-friendly font and cream-colored backgrounds
Decodable Books for EVERY Reader!
From beginning readers to chapter books, graphic novels to HI-LO, Cherry Lake Publishing Group’s decodable offerings fit the needs of every reader!
Interest Level P-2
Reading Level P
Little Blossom Stories
• Sequenced sound/spelling patterns
• Repetition of sight words
• Comprehensive word lists to support teaching
• Original illustrations
Interest Level 2-4
Reading Level P
Interest Level 3-5
Reading Level P
In Bloom
• Decodable text
• Dyslexic-friendly font
• Repetition of sight words
• Sequenced sound/spelling patterns
• Original illustrations
Code Breakers
• 80% guaranteed decodability
• Word lists
• Dyslexic-friendly font and accessible layout
• Educational matter
Cherry Blossom
Cherry Blossom Press
Decodable Books for EVERY Reader!
From beginning readers to chapter books, graphic novels to HI-LO, Cherry Lake Publishing Group’s decodable offerings fit the needs of every reader!
Cherry Lake Press 45th Parallel Press
Interest Level 4-6
Frameworks of Geography:
Decodable Graphic Novel
• Decodable text
• Dyslexic-friendly font
• On-page pronunciation guides for vocabulary words
• 70% decodable single syllable short and long vowels
Interest Level 5-8
Reading Level 2
Reading Level 2 Shop decodables from Cherry Blossom Press.
Weird Space Science: The Breakdown
• High-interest topics targeted to lower reading levels
• Dyslexic-friendly font
• Decoding strategies
Mrs. IF shares insights on decodable texts.
Third=grade teacher Hannah Irion-Frake, popularly known as “Mrs. IF,” discusses decodable texts and how to use them to help beginning readers verbalize the letters and words they read.
What are decodable texts?
They are content for beginning readers that have been controlled to only include the graphemephoneme correspondences and high-frequency words students have been taught through instruction. A text is only decodable to the extent that the student has learned the graphemephoneme they will find in that text, and thus will be able to verbalize what they read.
When do you use decodable texts?
Decodable texts are often the final step in a good phonics lesson plan. I use them after students have had explicit instruction and opportunities to practice reading and writing the target phonics pattern in words and sentences.
How do I align decodable texts with my curriculum?
To understand what grapheme-phoneme correspondences and high-frequency words your students are ready to encounter in decodable text, it is best to use a scope and sequence as part of your phonics curriculum. This organizes the order of phonics skills taught to students and acts as a road map for patterns learned and patterns to come. From my teaching experience, I know there is not one perfect scope and sequence – but I do know what makes a good one! Look for a progression of skills from easy to more complex.
Aren’t decodables boring?
This may be true for fluent adult readers, but we must remember the purpose of using decodable texts as an instructional tool – they are not the end goal of instruction but rather a means to an end. They provide a safe place for young students to successfully read familiar grapheme-phoneme correspondences, which builds confidence in our young readers.
To learn more about decodable texts and early learning literacy, read the full Q&A and watch our webinar featuring Hannah Irion-Frake.
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Hannah Irion-Frake | Third-Grade Teacher
Hannah Irion-Frake is a third-grade teacher in Central Pennsylvania with degrees in Elementary Education, Reading, and Curriculum & Instruction. She is a self-proclaimed literacy nerd. Hannah shares passionately about reading at readingwithmrsif.com and on Instagram @readingwithmrsif.
Take your reading instruction one step at a time with supplemental phonics support from Capstone.
• Supplemental phonics resource that can support reading practice in a variety of settings.
• All titles are 80%+ decodable systematically building readers’ skills and confidence
• Combines multiple components of the Science of Reading including decoding, comprehension, and phonemic awareness
• Scope and sequence follows a logical progression, advancing phonics skills from simple to complex.
• Engaging texts sound natural to a young reader.
• Titles “feel like real books” with a longer than average page count, interesting plot lines and characters.
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Stock your classrooms with all 60 Stairway Decodables paperbacks-every title from all 6 levels!
As part of a high-quality classroom library, Stairway Decodables are easily accessible for teachers to match to the needs of a particular student, and are delightfully engaging for students to choose for independent reading.
Each Title Features:
• A summary which includes skills in focus and tricky words.
• Ideas for using the book.
Available in both Hardcover and Paperback!
• Extended learning activities to support phonemic awareness, writing, and critical thinking.
The Decodables
72 Titles 8 Unique Sets!
The Decodables incorporates the research and ndings of the Science of Reading. The term “Science of Reading” refers to the research that reading experts, especially cognitive scientists, have conducted on how we learn to read. Each book follows an expertly crafted scope and sequence that incorporates fundamental spelling patterns.
A corresponding Teacher's Guide/Lesson Plan will be available for each title to help reinforce decodable text concepts and patterns both in the classroom and at home.
Sets include:
• Kindergarten (Introduction to letter sounds) – Search for Sounds set (8 books)
• End of K–1st (CVC patterns) –Friends and Family Fun set (12 books)
• 1st Grade (Consonant Blends) –Things We Like to Do set (8 books)
• 1st Grade (VC-e patterns) –Activities with Friends set (6 books)
• 2nd Grade (Vowel patterns) –
Discover Plants and Animals set (9 books)
• 2nd Grade (Advanced vowel patterns) –Fables and Folktales set (9 books)
• 2nd–4th Grade (Advanced Phonics patterns and morphemes) – Code Breakers Non ction set (10 books)
• 2nd–4th Grade (Advanced Phonics patterns and morphemes) – Code
Breakers Fiction set (10 books)
Interest Level: Grades K–4 • Formats: Library, Paperback, and eBook
NEW FOR FALL!
The Decodables
Code Breakers titles are designed to support readers who have mastered basic decoding skills and are moving into the later alphabetic and consolidated phase of reading. Through carefully selected words and high-interest topics, each book allows upper elementary readers the opportunity to practice advanced phonics patterns and morphemes in engaging, age-appropriate text. Readers will gain con dence in their uency skills while building knowledge as they progress through these beautiful, informative, and fun books.
• Each title follows a phonics scope and sequence aligned with the Science of Reading
• High-interest approach to space science content draws in readers
• Word list at end offers practice of individual sounds and sounds in words through meaningful, connected text
• Supportive illustrations help readers navigate text while they practice essential decoding skills
• Encourages reader engagement with nature and the world around them
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Practice and repetition are essential to learning any skill, and reading is no exception. That’s why Jillian Heise started #ClassroomBookADay in 2014, setting a goal to read one picture book aloud in class each day.
The challenge is aimed at getting students in the habit of picking up a book daily while helping them sharpen their reading comprehension and fluency along the way.
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Phonics Fun Decodables MAKE LEARNING TO
READ FUN!
Interesting storylines, charming art, and phonics lessons based on the Science of Reading help developing readers grow their skills.
Phonics Fun Decodables
Three sets of decodables progressively teach phonics skills and build students’ confidence in reading.
Level 1 introduces readers to consonants, short vowel sounds, and long vowel sounds (CVCe)
Little Readers Beginning Readers Paired with Spanish Decodables
32 Book Set Grades K-1
Content-Area Readers
Each print and digital Get Reading! library includes 120 to 144 readers, consisting of literary and informational texts written at three proficiency levels (differentiated language and readability levels) and focusing on a variety of content areas— Science, Math, Social Studies, and ELA.
• Get Reading! Sail (Grades K–3)
• Get Reading! Soar (Grades 3–5)
• Get Reading! Middle and High School
Phonics Decodable Readers
Decodable readers motivate children as they embark on an adventure to discover and master the amazing world of phonics with pre-decodable and decodable readers. Students have fun practicing their newly developed reading skills with engaging stories that not only show them how sounds and letters work together, but also entertain them with meaningful tales.
• Discover Phonics Decodables (Grades K–3)
• Get Ready! Sail Decodables (Grades K–3)
• Get Ready! Soar Decodables (Grades 3–6)
Discover Phonics Decodables Get Ready! Sail Decodables Get Ready! Soar Decodables
