The 5 Stages of Reading Development
References
Here some good references that discuss the stages of reading development and related topics. These references should provide a solid foundation for understanding the stages of reading development and evidence-based practices for supporting readers at each stage.
1. Chall, J.S. (1983). Stages of Reading Development. New York: McGraw-Hill.
This seminal work by Jeanne Chall presents a detailed description of the stages of reading development, providing a foundation for much of the understanding in this field.
2. National Institute for Literacy. (2008). Developing Early Literacy: Report of the National Early Literacy Panel. Washington, D.C.: National Institute for Literacy.
This report summarizes scientific research on early literacy development, including key skills and strategies for supporting emergent readers.
3. Fountas, I.C., & Pinnell, G.S. (2016). Guided Reading: Responsive Teaching Across the Grades. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.
This book provides insights into the process of teaching reading across different grade levels, with a focus on guided reading instruction and targeted support for readers at various stages of development.
4. Allington, R.L., & Cunningham, P.M. (2007). Schools That Work: Where All Children Read and Write. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc.
This book offers research-based strategies for supporting reading and writing development in schools, with attention to the needs of diverse learners and varying stages of literacy development.
5. Duke, N.K., & Pearson, P.D. (2002). Effective Practices for Developing Reading Comprehension. In A.E. Farstrup & S.J. Samuels (Eds.), What Research Has to Say About Reading Instruction (pp. 205-242). Newark, DE: International Reading Association.
This chapter reviews research on reading comprehension, including instructional strategies for supporting readers at different stages of development.
