Fundations’ multimodal approach to reading, spelling, and handwriting makes learning to read fun for students and teachers. It lays the groundwork for lifelong literacy through a proven approach to Structured Literacy that is aligned with the science of reading.
The research-based approach of the Fundations program allows teachers to confidently present a carefully structured reading, spelling, and handwriting curriculum using engaging materials and multimodal techniques.
Pioneered by Barbara Wilson, Fundations is grounded in the science of reading and guides teachers to provide effective instructional practices in print concepts, phonemic awareness, phonics and word study, vocabulary, automaticity/fluency, and comprehension. Instruction and practice occur in a systematic, cumulative, and explicit manner that maximizes classroom time and allows students to experience greater gains in the skills required for independent reading.
Familiarize yourself with the skills and concepts taught in each of Fundations’ four levels.
Learn how to use in your general education classroom with all students and incorporate the intervention component as needed.
Comprehensive materials enable K-3 teachers to confidently teach a structured word study program using interactive, multisensory methods.
Fundations' unique and multisensory approach to instruction makes learning efficient and effective while maximizing valuable classroom time.
Research shows that consistency in procedures and language between the lesson and practice opportunities – in small groups, centers, or independent work – can significantly help students gain and master foundational reading skills.
The Fundations® Plus Classroom Set and the Fundations® Plus Student Success Bundle provide everything you need for a successful Fundations classroom, including access to FUN HUB® Practice digital student practice content for the first time!
The proven approach to delivering Structured Literacy instruction pioneered by Barbara Wilson
Practice opportunities and additional support for students in small groups, centers, or with individual work
Classroom- and building-level data for teachers and administrators to help inform instructional strategies and planning
