Reading Standards Support

Inspired by the International Reading Association and the National Council of Teachers of English, the reference points that are bolded below can enhance your reading instruction.


Apply a variety of strategies to comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts.


Build understanding of text, self, and world cultures to acquire information, participate in society and the workplace, and discover personal fulfillment.


Explore resources from many periods and genres to build an understanding of the dimensions of human experience.


Develop understanding and respect for diversity in language use, patterns, and dialects across cultures.


1. Referenced from "Standards for the English Language Arts." International Reading Association and National Council of Teachers of English, https://cdn.ncte.org/nctefiles/resources/books/sample/standardsdoc.pdf.