Benchmark Phonics

Print + Digital • Grades K-5

Explicit, systematic, multi-modal instruction brings phonics to life.

Welcome to Benchmark Phonics, the new phonics program designed by Wiley Blevins, Ed.M., for Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction—based on the latest Science of Reading research and the 7 Foundations of Strong Phonics Instruction!

Benchmark Phonics offers a structured literacy approach with an emphasis on application of learning to reading and writing—where the learning sticks—and unit topics designed for building vocabulary and content knowledge.

Benchmark Phonics provides:

10 units of instruction — 15 lessons per unit for a total of 150 lessons per grade level
Daily lessons devoted to purposeful reading and writing
A shared scope and sequence and seamless integration with Benchmark Phonics Intervention (designed for Tier 3) and Benchmark Advance
A robust review and repetition cycle that continually reviews previously learned skills and facilitates the learning of new skills
Built-In Differentiation for whole-group, small-group, and independent instruction
A powerful Teacher’s Resource System for each unit to support educators

PLUS:

A digital experience with an interactive student/teacher interface
Multi-modal manipulatives that provide a concrete foundation for student learning
Language transfer and multilingual learner support

And much more!

Interactive resources and instruction for Benchmark Phonics are available at the digital learning portal, Benchmark Universe.

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Developed with Wiley Blevins, Ed.M.

Your print and digital student package includes:

Decodable Readers (Grades K and 1) that enable students to apply both new and previously taught skills
My Reading and Writing consumable student books (Grades K and 1) covering 10 units and featuring decodable texts, practice activities, and assessments
My Word Study consumable student books (Grade 2) covering 10 units and featuring wordlists, decodable practice texts, and assessments
An online Word Study Resources handbook (Grade 2) for additional wordlists, decodable practice texts, and differentiated levels of support

Decodable Reader

My Reading and Writing Consumable Student Book

My Word Study Consumable Student Book

Your print and digital Teacher’s Resource System includes:

10 three-week units with teacher-friendly lessons
Whole-group and small-group instruction
A sequential scope and sequence that includes spiral review to build transfer and mastery
Integrated English Language Development instruction
Weekly cumulative assessments to provide easy checks for student mastery and/or decayed learning
Contrastive analysis in multiple languages

Teacher's Resource System, Grade 1, Unit 1

Teacher's Resource System, Grade 1

Sample Grade 1, Unit 3 Cumulative Assessment

Benchmark Phonics provides powerful support to students through a variety of manipulatives, including:

Write-On/Wipe-Off Phonics Workmats for use as Elkonin boxes, whiteboards for spelling and dictation, and more
Sound-Spelling Cards, in both display and instructional use sizes, to help students recognize different spelling patterns used to represent a single sound
Sound Wall Cards that enable students to see correct mouth positions when making sounds
High-Frequency Word Cards to help students build automaticity with words found in multiple texts
Letter Cards that enable students to build words in pocket charts or Elkonin boxes
Frieze Cards that use words and pictures to support students’ understanding and application of different phonics skills (Grades K and 1)
Picture Word Cards that introduce key words for a new sound (Grades K and 1)

Write-On/Wipe-Off Workmats

Sound-Spelling Cards

Sound Wall Cards

Letter Cards

Picture Word Cards

Benchmark Phonics delivers a fully digital experience, with everything you need just one click away. Your digital access includes:

Decodable eBooks aligned to unit topics
Interactive Learning Games and Videos for additional exposure and practice
A pre-populated ePocketChart with fully customizable interactive tools and practice activities
Take-Home Activities providing additional practice opportunities and ways to engage with caregivers at home
Articulation Videos that show students the correct mouth positions as they hear letter-sounds
The digital version of the Assessment & Screener Handbook*, which helps evaluate students’ reading rates, document their progress, and identify those needing additional, more intensive support
Digital Shared Readings and Poetry Books for additional shared reading lessons and practice (Grades K and 1)
And more!