Wilson Fundations makes learning
to read fun while laying down the groundwork for life-long
literacy.
Fundations provides children of varying learning
abilities with a foundation for reading and spelling.
It provides teachers with the skills and tools needed
to present a structured, sequential, and cumulative
phonics/spelling program using multisensory teaching
techniques.
As a recognized leader in multisensory language programs,
Wilson brings more than a decade of systematic and
explicit instruction to the K-3 classroom. Wilson
Fundations provides research-based materials and strategies
essential to a comprehensive reading and writing program.
Program Highlights
Emphasis on systematic phonics and study of word
structure
Skills taught explicitly and systematically
Instruction is cumulative and scaffolds presented
skills
Teachers model with “Echo” the owl puppet
directing students to repeat sounds, words, and sentences
Assessments monitor students throughout the program
The manual provides direction for support staff
to meet individual student needs
Extensive practice provides multiple opportunities
for skills application
Home Support Packet encourages parental involvement