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F – 3

Oxford Reading for Comprehension

Research-based guided reading for Years F–3

Research shows that a consistent, strategic approach is the key to successfully developing comprehension skills.

To support Australian primary school teachers in addressing the comprehension challenge, we have developed a new research-based guided reading program focusing on the development of comprehension skills: Oxford Reading for Comprehension.

Read the Evaluation Pack

Resources for success from day one

  • A decorative image of some of the book covers from the series

    Guided reading texts

    Full-colour engaging fiction and non-fiction books with captivating characters and stories designed to appeal to young Australians. The series is organised into 10 popular themes: Fantasy, Animals, Family and Friends, Food, Places, Environment, Health and Sport, Australian Stories, Art, and History.
  • A decorative image of a selection of coaching cards

    Coaching Cards

    Comprehension Coaching Cards provide before, during and after reading guidance, assisting teachers in modelling and teaching comprehension strategies and the use of metacognitive ‘think aloud’ prompts. Comprehension questions monitor students' use of comprehension skills to provide support before, during and after reading.
  • A decorative image of the Teacher Handbook cover

    Teacher Handbook

    The Oxford Reading for Comprehension Teacher Handbook provides clear guidance for the explicit teaching, modelling and practice of comprehension strategies and skills using the Comprehension Skills Framework. This printed resource provides accessible, focused support for all levels of the series, including an accessible explanation of the Comprehension Skills Framework and its application across the series.

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