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Decodable Chapter Books

Striving readers in grades 3-12 often feel left behind when it comes to practicing foundational reading skills. Traditional decodable books, geared towards younger children, can be unappealing and lack the complexity needed to engage older students.

Storyshares offers a revolutionary solution: Decodable Chapter Books for Upper Elementary, Middle, and High School. Our decodable chapter book library boasts 110 engaging decodable texts across 3 series, specifically designed to capture the interest of pre-teens and teenagers.

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Upper Elementary Decodables: Dream With Us
Ideal for students in grades 2-5, follow 8 diverse and relatable characters from all over North America who travel the world in their dreams. Phonics concepts range from CVC words to final stable syllable.
Middle School Decodable Series: These First Letters
This collection follows the overlapping storylines of 8 characters spanning the globe, written by authors who authentically represent the backgrounds and cultures of these characters. Phonics concepts progress from CVC words through words with vowel teams.
High School Decodable Series: The Hidden Gems
This collection follows the storylines of 7 high school-aged characters going through coming-of-age experiences. Phonics concepts include blends, closed and open syllables, schwa, r-controlled vowels, and more.
Our Curriculum Ensures Progress

Storyshares Decodable Chapter Books follow a phonics scope & sequence where each decodable text has a specific focus that need to have been previously taught in order for the reader to decode the text. All research-based reading intervention programs include explicit, direct instruction of the rules of the English language, broken up into easily digestible chunks of information. Storyshares decodables are supplemental chunks of text in the form of stories that align with the Science of Reading concepts taught.

Educator Guide

Each Storyshares Decodables Series comes with an Educator Guide. This resource is one-stop shop for educators supporting struggling readers, and includes:

  • A Science of Reading Glossary to build knowledge.
  • Ready-to-use activities for phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
  • Scaffolded writing prompts to encourage critical thinking and creativity.
  • Clear and concise guidance to help you implement effective interventions in your classroom.
Key Features for Engaging Older Striving Readers
  • Science of Reading-Aligned: Storyshares decodable texts for older readers are carefully crafted using a structured literacy approach; we support striving readers with explicit phonics instruction and systematic skill development.
  • YA Format: High-interest, age-appropriate themes and relatable characters in a popular 6 x 9" paperback format that mimics the look and feel of authentic young adult novels.
  • Diverse Representation: Stories feature a wide range of characters and perspectives, allowing readers to see themselves reflected in the books they read.
  • Interdisciplinary Connections: Texts connect to other subjects like science, history, and social studies, providing knowledge-building opportunities while building foundational reading skills.
  • Boost Confidence & Motivation: Successfully decoding challenging texts builds confidence and motivates struggling readers to persevere.