ReadWorks is a trusted digital reading platform that supports literacy growth through engaging, level-appropriate texts. As a Step Up tutor, you’ll use ReadWorks to deliver impactful reading comprehension lessons tailored to your student’s needs and interests.
What ReadWorks Offers
A vast digital library of high-quality, leveled reading passages
Topic variety, including science, history, fiction, and more
Paired texts available in English and Spanish for multilingual learners
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Built-in supports such as:
Pre-reading questions
Vocabulary previews
Comprehension checks
Fluency support
ReadWorks also provides opportunities to build background knowledge and engage students with texts that spark interest, making each literacy session both effective and enjoyable.
Getting Started
Follow these steps to access ReadWorks through the Learning Portal:
Log into your Learning Portal
Copy and paste the session guide into the Cobrowser
Go to the “Main Lesson” section to open the link to Readworks
Login with your Step Up email to access ReadWorks
Browse the library to select reading passages that match your student’s grade level, reading ability, and interests
By choosing thoughtful, level-appropriate passages and using the built-in supports, you can help your student strengthen comprehension skills and develop confidence as a reader.
Lesson Structure
Pre-Reading Exercises
- Ask your student what they already know about this topic
- Do some research together
- Prepare a KWL Chart (Know, Want to Know, Learned)
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Do the Vocabulary Activity exercise
Read the Passage
- Student should read the Passage aloud
- Support with co-reading as needed
- Option to listen to the article
Comprehension Check
- Students complete the Question Setq uestions
- Discuss their answers with questions like “how did you know” or “where did you find that evidence in the passage?”
Example Session
Amplifying Readworks
Readworks hosted this professional development workshop for Step Up on buliding background knowledge and test prep. It is highly recommended to watch this recorded training and submit your certificate of completion to Step Up. Here are the resources:
- Recording
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Slides
- Download a copy of your on-demand certificate (slides 42). Directions to download are on slide 43.
- Upload a copy of your personalized certificate here.