What is READ 180?

READ 180 is a researched-based reading intervention program, published by Scholastic, Inc. 

• help struggling students break out of the reading failure cycle,
• experience a 180 degree turn around in reading achievement, and
• improve student attitudes and behaviors.

The READ 180 program has three stages of instruction. Stage A, designed for elementary students in grades 4-6, includes a mix of audio books, videos, paperback books, computer software, and teacher-led lessons. All READ 180 stages of instruction balance technology and print and build essential reading skills through a variety of supported reading experiences. Instruction focuses on word study, comprehension, vocabulary building, grammar, and writing skills, while reinforcing skills in phonemic awareness, phonics, and spelling.