What is our approach?
University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Resources - lesson materials and activities aligned with UFLI’s evidence-based practices
Reading
Phonics and Phonemic Awareness
systematic practice to help students recognize and manipulate sounds and link them to letters
opportunities to apply decoding and encoding skills while developing voice, sentence structure, and narrative skills
carefully sequenced lessons that build foundational skills progressively and close gaps efficiently
Building Vocabulary and Comprehension
explicit instruction in word meanings, academic vocabulary, and comprehension strategies to support reading for meaning
structured skill-building scope and sequence
Dyslexia Support/Orton-Gillingham–inspired approach
supporting learners with dyslexia and other reading challenges using explicit, sequential, and diagnostic teaching methods
Multi-Sensory Learning
reinforcing connections between sounds, letters, and meaning using tactile, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities
handwriting and proper letter formation as needed
Parent Communication and Progress Updates
regular updates, strategies for practice at home, and clear guidance to support student progress.
ongoing formative assessment and periodic reports to track growth and inform instruction.
Writing and Storytelling
Mechanics and Rules of Writing
capitalization, punctuation, spacing between words, left to right directionality, and writing complete sentences
Write opinion pieces
introduce the topic or name the book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply a reason for the opinion, and provide some sense of closure.
Write informative/explanatory texts
name a topic, supply some facts about the topic
Write narratives
add two or more appropriately sequenced events, include some details
Focus on a topic
respond to questions and suggestions from peers, and add details to strengthen writing as needed
Early Childhood Developmental Milestones
