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Upper Elementary Decodable Chapter Books

Dream With Us is a collection of decodable chapter books designed to help developing readers in grades 2-5. This collection of controlled, Science of Reading-aligned chapter books is designed to look and feel like popular books for upper elementary and older students.

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Character Development
This collection follows the storylines and dreams of 8 characters from all over North America, written by authors who authentically represent the backgrounds and cultures of the characters.
Phonics Pages
Each chapter begins with a phonics page, which includes a list of words that follow the phonics pattern for that chapter, as well as high-frequency and challenge word lists.
Guidance and Support
Books are paired with decodable informational texts and structured literacy educator companions, including relevant word lists, ideas for extended practice, & checks for understanding.
Scope and Sequence

The sequence of stories is aligned with a research-based skill progression, beginning with short vowel sound practice and developing through to a focus on final stable syllables, while repeating skills presented in earlier chapters for added practice.

Educator Companion to the Dream with Us series

  • 80-Page Paperback Manual
  • Science of Reading Glossary of Terms
  • Phonics & Fluency Activities
  • Vocabulary Guides with Example Sentences from the Books
  • Comprehension Questions
  • Informational Text Graphic Organizers
  • Writing Prompts

Paired Informational Texts: The Facts Behind the Stories

  • 8 nonfiction decodable texts, one to accompany each story from the series
  • Phonics guide for each text
  • Helps build interdisciplinary background knowledge with fascinating facts
  • Optional teacher read aloud sections