Step-by-step reading for comprehension checklist

Enhance children's reading comprehension with this structured, step-by-step framework that supports dyslexic learners while benefiting all students!

What's included

• Systematic 7-step process that breaks down reading comprehension into manageable chunks for all learners
• Text title and theme tracking table to help pupils categorise and retain information
• Encourages highlighting, drawing, recording and discussion to support different learning styles

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How to use this resource

This framework is particularly effective for supporting dyslexic learners by providing clear visual structure and multiple processing pathways. The step-by-step approach reduces cognitive load while the multi-sensory elements (highlighting, drawing, discussion, recording) accommodate different strengths. I've found that explicitly teaching this process helps dyslexic pupils develop their own comprehension strategies and build confidence when approaching texts. The visual organisation section also supports working memory challenges by providing an accessible reference point.

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This is a sample printable resource from the Dyslexia toolkit for primary, designed to help class teachers and teaching assistants support dyslexic learners in the mainstream classroom at KS1 and KS2. Whatever your role in supporting children with dyslexia (or dyslexic tendencies), this toolkit provides understanding, ideas and practical strategiesto enable children to access the whole curriculum and make great progress.