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Fundations® Resource

Fundations® Readers

Our new Fundations Readers are carefully curated collections of 95% or more decodable books, tightly aligned to the Fundations Scope and Sequence.

Overview

Research shows practice is critical to acquiring foundational literacy skills. Fundations Readers reinforce taught phonics and word structure skills, providing opportunities for students to improve fluency and automaticity, whether they’re working in small groups, centers, or independently. 

The Readers contain engaging and captivating artwork. Narrative texts feature full-page, detailed illustrations that reflect a range of life experiences. Informational texts include vivid photographs to support comprehension, help develop understanding, and spark curiosity about the world around them.

Fundations Readers Levels K, 1, and 2 are available now. 

Two children sit on a blue couch in a library, reading books. Shelves filled with books and a decorative READ sign are in the background. The setting is cozy and inviting.

Fundations® Backpack Readers

Support every student’s reading journey beyond the classroom with Fundations® Backpack Readers. Featuring the same 95% or more decodable text, these black-and-white books and interactive tools provide additional reading practice, boost confidence, and reinforce classroom learning to build fluency. Each set includes engaging texts, a book log, family letters, and a reading buddy—turning at-home reading into a fun, shared experience that encourages family involvement and fosters a lifelong love of reading.

A royal blue Fundations® drawstring backpack with black cords and a white label for writing a name, shown alongside three illustrated children’s readers titled Ned Heads to the City, Addie the Astronaut, and Etta and Ezra Explore. The books are spread in front of the backpack and display black-and-white cover illustrations.

Introducing our Fundations bundles

Teaching Fundations just got easier. Everything you need for Fundations implementation is now combined into easy-to-purchase bundles. With the introduction of our new Fundations Plus bundles, you’ll have access to exciting new digital student practice content for the first time!