NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / July 31, 2025 / Classroom Companions, a leading provider of evidence-informed educational tools, is thrilled to introduce a new range of decodable readers designed to support early literacy development. This series is specifically designed to help young learners through a phonics approach to confident, accurate reading.
In response to the growing demand for structured literacy resources, this new collection incorporates the Science of Reading into every part of its design. Each reader only includes the letter-sound relationships that have already been taught, so students can use decoding strategies rather than context or pictures to read the text.
The collection supports all stages of reading acquisition. By building a foundation through phoneme-grapheme correspondence and intentional skill development, the materials help children move from identifying individual sounds to reading full sentences with fluency and understanding. Sixteen progressive sets take students through a sequence that builds skill mastery and adds to what they already know.
Starting with basic consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) structures like "cat," "dog," and "sun," the books progress to more complex phonetic patterns. These include word families, short vowels, digraphs, consonant blends, silent E, long vowel teams, R-controlled vowels, diphthongs, soft consonants, silent letters and compound words. The sequence allows students to internalise each rule before moving on to the next, so they retain it for longer and develop phonics fluency.
Each title sticks to phonetic principles by only including words that match previously taught concepts. So students read with intention and accuracy, not guessing or relying on pictures for meaning. They are prompted to use decoding strategies in a consistent and authentic way that reinforces their instructional learning.
Every story in the series is engaging and age-appropriate, carefully written to balance educational integrity with narrative appeal. The illustrations support interest and comprehension without substituting for decoding. Whether students are following a playful animal, an adventurous sibling duo or a journey through a beautiful landscape, each story is matched to the phonics content and is consistent throughout.
The series is flexible for different teaching contexts. Teachers can use the materials in the whole class, small group or targeted interventions. Each book supports a specific phonics focus and fits within structured literacy plans so you can personalise instruction and track progress over time.
In literacy centers, students revisit familiar texts independently, so they can practice decoding in a self-directed, confidence-building environment. The content is aligned to taught skills so students are working at the right challenge level, so teachers can make the most of their teaching time and support student autonomy and prior learning.
At home, the series extends the classroom into the family home. Parents love the clarity and structure of the materials, so children can read independently and successfully without adult prompting or frustration. Because each book builds on previously mastered content, families can support reading growth in a consistent and informed way, reinforcing classroom learning with meaningful home practice.
All 16 sets are now available on the Classroom Companions website, so you can buy the whole bundle or individual sets to suit your instructional goals or student readiness. The platform allows you and caregivers to search by grade level, phonics concept or educational objective, making it easy to find the right materials.
Immediate digital access is included with every purchase, so it's a user-friendly solution for classrooms and homes. Schools get dependable, standards-aligned content that fits into existing routines, and caregivers get tools that require minimal setup. This format supports long-term planning and seamless transition between environments.
Feedback from early users shows the impact on developing readers. Teachers are seeing big gains in decoding accuracy, reading fluency and sustained attention, with students asking to re-read their favourite stories. Many teachers find the content particularly effective for scaffolding instruction and meeting the needs of different students in the same classroom.
Parents agree, saying the books make reading more enjoyable and frustration-free. Children take pride in being able to read independently and the clear scope and sequence provides families with a roadmap to support literacy growth outside of school hours.
The release of this collection shows Classroom Companions' ongoing commitment to providing research-based solutions that make a difference in literacy instruction. By design and cumulative skill-building, the series supports decoding, comprehension and long-term reading success.
In an education landscape that's all about foundational reading skills, the decodable readers from Classroom Companions offer a practical, scientifically aligned path to literacy for all learners. With a flexible, engaging and well-structured approach, the series gives you and your families the tools to support every child's journey to fluent, lifelong reading.
For support, inquiries, or to learn more, visit the Customer Service.
Contact Details
Owner: Ayinde Abiola
Company: Classroom Companions
Email: buddingbrainsbooksllc@gmail.com
Website: classroomcompanions.com
SOURCE: Classroom Companions
View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire