Support Early Literacy with Science of Reading-Based Decodable Readers
Readfetti™ Decodable Readers and Read Aloud Cards help K–2 students develop early literacy skills through diverse, multicultural, fiction and nonfiction books with colorful illustrations and photographs. Sequenced by skills, the 42 decodable readers paired with Read Aloud Cards support students’ development of decoding and language comprehension skills that comprise the Simple View of Reading framework.
How Readfetti Supports Early Literacy Development
Give students meaningful practice that builds both sides of reading.
Build decoding skills through structured practice Readers are carefully sequenced so students apply specific phonics skills in connected text, reinforcing classroom instruction.
Strengthen comprehension through meaningful content Students engage with fiction and nonfiction texts that promote understanding, vocabulary growth, and knowledge-building.
Support the Simple View of Reading Instruction integrates decoding and language comprehension to help students develop as confident, capable readers.
Everything educators need to support early reading success in one flexible solution
42 Decodable Readers
A diverse collection of fiction and nonfiction texts, sequenced by phonics skills.
Read Aloud Cards
Companion materials that build listening comprehension, vocabulary, and oral language.
Instructional Alignment
Resources designed to complement existing phonics or early literacy programs.
Extend Learning Beyond Decoding
Paired with each decodable reader, Read Aloud Cards help students build vocabulary and background knowledge to promote oral language development. Teachers can model fluent reading while engaging students in conversation that builds vocabulary and understanding.
Designed for Diverse Classrooms
Engaging, inclusive content that reflects the students you serve.
Multicultural characters and topics that foster connection and relevance
A mix of fiction and nonfiction to build background knowledge
Vibrant illustrations and photography that support understanding
Accessible texts that help all students experience reading success early
Flexible for Any Instructional Model
Use Readfetti in the way that works best for your classroom:
As a supplement to a core phonics or structured literacy program
During small-group or guided reading instruction
For independent reading practice
As part of intervention or Tier 2 support
Why Educators Choose Readfetti
A practical, research-based way to strengthen early literacy instruction.
Skills-based progression aligned to how students learn to read
Built on science of reading principles
Supports both decoding and comprehension—not just isolated skills
Easy to integrate without adding instructional complexity
Readfetti Decodable Readers Resources
Sample Books
Explore three sample decodable readers along with a Read Aloud Card designed to support instruction and build comprehension.
Readfetti Decodable Readers are designed for students in grades K–2 who are developing foundational reading skills, as well as older students who need additional decoding practice.
Readfetti is grounded in science of reading research, supporting both decoding and language comprehension. Texts are sequenced by phonics skills and paired with read-aloud experiences to support the Simple View of Reading.
Read Aloud Cards are teacher tools that support listening comprehension, vocabulary development, and oral language skills. They provide opportunities for teachers to model fluent reading and engage students in discussion.
Yes! Readfetti is ideal for targeted small-group instruction or intervention, providing structured practice for students who need additional support with decoding and comprehension.
The readers are sequenced by skill, allowing students to progress from simpler to more complex phonics patterns as their reading ability grows.
