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Incorporating Hi-Lo Reading into Literacy Programs: A Path to Confident Readers

Hi-Lo (high-interest, low-readability) books are transformative tools for literacy programs, enabling struggling and reluctant readers to build essential skills while enjoying engaging content. Designed to capture attention with relatable themes and simplified language, Hi-Lo books address diverse literacy needs in a single, accessible format. Here’s how literacy programs can effectively use Hi-Lo reading to support learners:

Key Benefits of Hi-Lo Reading for Literacy Programs

  • Filling Literacy Gaps: Hi-Lo books are an ideal resource for learners who are below grade-level reading ability. By offering high-interest topics with controlled vocabulary and simplified sentence structures, these books help participants gradually build their skills without overwhelming them.
  • Encouraging Reluctant Readers Many literacy program participants have experienced repeated struggles with reading, leading to a lack of confidence. Hi-Lo books provide them with age-appropriate material that feels achievable, reigniting their motivation to read.
  • Building Fluency and Comprehension Hi-Lo books emphasize pacing and clarity, making them perfect for fluency practice. Literacy instructors can use these texts for one-on-one coaching or group reading sessions, focusing on improving decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension.
  • Supporting Multilingual Learners Hi-Lo texts serve as a bridge for English as a Second Language (ESL) learners, offering culturally relevant and engaging stories with simplified language. This helps learners practice English in a way that feels natural and approachable.
  • Aligning with Adult Learning Goals For adult literacy programs, Hi-Lo books provide learners with practical, engaging content that feels relevant to their lives. Many books focus on real-world scenarios, helping adults acquire skills that apply directly to everyday tasks.
  • Empowering Educators and Tutors Hi-Lo books make it easier for literacy instructors to create tailored lessons. These materials cater to a wide range of interests and skill levels, making them an adaptable and reliable resource for programs of any size.

Incorporate The Way I See It Series into Your Literacy Program: A How-To Guide

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Choose Relevant Titles

Review the titles in The Way I See It series and select books that align with your program's goals and your learners' interests. We offer:

  • Interesting Themes: Each story is designed to tackle real-life challenges, providing relatable and appealing content for readers.
  • Diverse Texts: the series offers differing perspectives and points of view—provides thought-provoking material.
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Integrate Free Reading Guides

Take advantage of the free reading guides available for each book to structure lessons, encourage critical thinking, and assess comprehension. These guides include:

  • Discussion questions: Students are prompted to not only analyze key literary elements, but they are also encouraged to draw from their background knowledge.
  • Vocabulary: Defined vocabulary includes terms, idioms and phrases that will offer the needed scaffolding for students to build their reading fluency and comprehension skills.
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Offer Flexibility

Existing Literacy Programs often need flexible supplemental material to encourage reading outside of the existing programs. Our titles:

  • Provide individual stand-alone stories: Although The Way I See It is a complete series. Each title can be read without having read previous titles.
  • Provide opportunity for series to be read as a whole series: Either whole-class instruction or small reading circles can move through the series together to engage in deeper discussions.
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Incorporate Collaborative Learning

Use the books as a springboard for collaborative learning opportunities:

  • Group discussions: Thought provoking topics, unexpected character choices, and differing perspectives provide opportunities for stimulating and genuine conversations.
  • Group projects: For instance, students can role-play scenarios from the stories, present alternative endings, or create mock-interviews with characters.
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Engage In Post Reading Activities

Provide opportunities for students to tap into using their higher-order thinking skills:

  • Use Free Reading Guide: The guide will offer post-reading discussion and reflection questions to encourage students to analyze its themes, share personal connections, or compare the plot to real-life events.
  • Offer Engaging Activities: For example, students can write journal entries or letters from a character's perspective, create a digital slideshow to explain plot or theme development, generate an alternative ending, or write song lyrics depicting a character's journey.
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Measure Progress

Track your learners' development in reading fluency, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.

  • Reading Guides and Activities: Utilize reading guides and activities to measure their growth and adjust your approach as needed.
  • Use Existing Literacy Program Measures: Continue using progress-monitoring tools from existing literacy programs to track growth. Our materials serve as supplements to enhance reading comprehension and fluency skills.

The Way I See It Series

Hi-Lo reading transforms literacy programs by offering engaging, accessible, and effective resources for struggling readers of all ages. Whether for youth, adults, or multilingual learners, these books inspire confidence and foster success.

Explore the My Easy Read Books collection today and discover how our carefully curated Hi-Lo titles can help your literacy program thrive!

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