In March of 2020, Zoe was a knowledgeable second grader with a large vocabulary, but she read at the kindergarten level. With dual diagnoses of severe dyslexia and nystagmus, a condition that causes involuntary eye movements, she thought reading was beyond her grasp. Thanks to Zoe’s natural gifts, supportive family, Wilson Reading System® (WRS) instruction, […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Alabama: Dyslexia-Specific Intervention The Alabama State Board of Education’s Dyslexia Advisory Council has recognized Wilson Reading System as an approved dyslexia-specific intervention program for grades 4–12 meeting the requirements of the Alabama Literacy Act. Learn more here. California: Meets California Social Content Review Fundations®, Just Words®, the Wilson Reading System®, and Wilson Fluency®/Basic have been approved […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) strongly supports students’ ability to meet states’ rigorous college- and career-ready Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy, including Common Core State Standards, by providing an intensive intervention program (Tier 3) that addresses the foundational skills required to read and write. For students in a Tier 3 intervention, it is critical […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Getting Started Wilson Reading System® (WRS) program materials provide daily support for teachers and practical guidelines for implementation. When getting started, the 4th Edition WRS Introductory Set (Steps 1-6) provides the materials needed to teach Steps 1–6 of the program. It includes one set of student materials. In a group setting, each student requires their own materials, including: The following Steps […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Fundations® Resource Fundations® Practice Books Enhance learning with meaningful targeted practice aligned to the Fundations scope and sequence. Fundations Practice Books for Levels K-3 are available now! Order now Overview Fundations Practice Books give students opportunities to build on skills beyond the 30-minute daily lesson, in small groups, centers, or by working independently. Order Practice […]| Wilson Language Training
Fundations® Resource Fundations Fun in Focus® Intervention Kit For Tier 2 Fun in Focus® Tier 2 Intervention kits for Level 1 and Level 2 make implementing Fundations in Tier 2 intervention more straightforward with daily lessons scripted for teachers and Practice and Challenge books for students. Order now Overview Fun in Focus is a resource […]| Wilson Language Training
Successful implementation of a reading program is more than an art—it’s a science. See how feedback was key to one district's Fundations implementation.| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Prevention is the Best First Step Fundations® is a powerful foundational skills program for children in Grades K–3. Within a Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) or Response to Intervention (RTI) framework, educators can implement it as high-quality foundational instruction (prevention) and/or as an early intervention (Tier 2) program for struggling or at-risk students. Fundations provides evidence-based […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Arizona: Supplemental/Intervention Programs Arizona Department of Education has recognized Fundations as a “green” rated Supplemental/Intervention Program in K–3, meeting all criteria with ESSA-level evidence. Read more here. Arizona: Core Programs The Arizona Department of Education has recognized the combined package of Fundations with Geodes® and Wit & Wisdom® by Great Minds as a “green” rated Core Program that […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
States’ rigorous college- and career-readiness standards for English Language Arts (ELA) and Literacy for grades K–5 specify what students should understand and be able to do by the end of each grade. Fundations includes significant updates to thoroughly and specifically address these rigorous standards. In particular, Fundations offers specific, measurable learning objectives that are aligned […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Each Level of Fundations is supported by comprehensive instruction and student materials that allow K–3 teachers to confidently present a carefully structured, multisensory phonics and spelling curriculum using engaging techniques. Prevention Model (Tier 1) How skills and concepts are taught is equally as important as what is being taught. Fundations materials support an integrated approach to learning, decoding, […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
The consensus across these studies is that, when implemented properly, students using Fundations in Tiers 1 and 2 achieve greater gains in foundational literacy skills compared to students using programs previously implemented by the schools. These results held with English language learners (ELL) as well. Kindergarten students who received Fundations instruction in Florida, New York, […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Levels K, 1, and 2 now available Fundations® Readers Fun and Decodable: Engaging books that are 95% or more decodable and aligned with the Fundations Scope and Sequence. Familiar Themes: Each set ties into the grade-level themes your students are already learning. Rich Content and Activities: Helps kids build on phonics and word structure skills […]| Wilson Language Training
The acquisition of Valley Speech marks a pivotal step in the literacy movement, combining decades of expertise to ensure every child—regardless of language background—has access to effective instruction. OXFORD, Mass., Oct. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Wilson Language Training (Wilson), a nationally recognized leader in structured literacy and dyslexia intervention, today announced its acquisition of Valley Speech, a leading provider of […] The post Wilson Language Training Joins Force...| Wilson Language Training
It’s never too late for literacy. Explore how the Wilson Reading System® changed lives—from a child with dyslexia to an adult learner’s new path.| Wilson Language Training
Hear from educators nationwide on why Just Words® delivers results. Discover real stories and insights proving why “Just Words Just Works.”| Wilson Language Training
Fundations® Resource Geodes® Classroom Libraries Available in Levels K, 1, and 2 to align with the Fundations scope and sequence.Geodes books provide an authentic reading experience that builds content knowledge about science, history, and the arts, fostering intellectual curiosity. Level-specific libraries Geodes’ texts are organized in grade-level appropriate sets. Each library is organized into topical […]| Wilson Language Training
As an organization composed of former educators, we understand how busy each school day can be. With a full plate of things to teach and address, your teachers are constantly asking themselves “How can I fit in one more thing?” So, it’s no wonder that many of them don’t have the time to research strategies […] The post Three Practices to Improve Students’ Phonemic Awareness Skills appeared first on Wilson Language Training.| Wilson Language Training
Reading is a cornerstone of academic success, yet many students face challenges in developing strong reading skills. Research in the science of reading has identified how the brain processes print, speech sounds, language, and meaning while reading. By understanding these connections, educators can provide effective instruction that supports all learners, especially struggling readers. How Reading […] The post Unlocking Literacy Success: Evidence-Based Strategies for Struggling Readers appe...| Wilson Language Training
Reading specialist Tracey Fritch shares how Just Words® empowers students with lasting skills and support as a Tier 2 intervention.| Wilson Language Training
Wilson Language Training® empowers educators with Fundations®, a Tier 1 Structured Literacy program rooted in the science of reading.| Wilson Language Training
Meet Katrina Ruiz, a Wilson Literacy Specialist whose deep expertise and passion for Structured Literacy empower educators and transform student outcomes.| Wilson Language Training
Here at Wilson Language Training we believe that the ability to read opens up a world of possibilities for every individual. So, it was disheartening to see that the 2024 NAEP reading scores are continuing their downward trend. In recent years, educators have become increasingly familiar with the science of reading (SOR)—in fact, many states […] The post Implementation Science: The Missing Link to Improving Student Literacy Outcomes appeared first on Wilson Language Training.| Wilson Language Training
Discover how Cassidy Hamborsky is leading the charge for Structured Literacy at her Schools through data-driven decisions and a collaborative approach with Wilson® programs.| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Wilson Reading System® certifications These credentials equip teachers with the knowledge and skills critical to providing intensive support for students with a language-based learning disability, as well as those not making sufficient progress in an intervention setting. About WRS certifications WRS Level I Certification prepares teachers to use the program with individual students. […]| Wilson Language Training
Learn How decodable texts helps students confidently transfer foundational skills to reading and comprehending grade-level books.| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Virtual Implementation Support Wilson® professional learning, at your fingertips. What is Virtual Implementation Support (VIS)? Recognizing that limited time and distance are barriers to in-person sessions for many, Wilson now offers live, interactive support to educators, no matter where they are located. Called Virtual Implementation Support (VIS), this professional learning is geared toward […]| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Obtain graduate credit Earn higher education credits for professional learning in Fundations®, Just Words®, or Wilson Reading System®. A partnership to prepare teachers By partnering with Wilson Language Training (WLT), Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, MA, offers graduate credits for eligible Fundations, Just Words, or Wilson Reading System (WRS) professional learning. Anyone who completes […]| Wilson Language Training
Explore how decodable, bridge, and authentic texts support reading development and how to use each effectively in the classroom.| Wilson Language Training
The Wilson Way Experts in implementation science Guided by implementation science research, we work with you to achieve initial and sustained success. Implementation science for literacy Wilson Language Training® integrates the tenets and methodologies of implementation science to guide the instruction of our literacy programs in a manner that allows schools, districts, and their students […]| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Level I Certification International Dyslexia Association AccreditationPlus Program The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Level I Certification is recognized as an IDA AccreditationPlus program. It is designed to prepare teachers to effectively implement WRS Steps 1–6 with students who are reading and spelling below grade level, as well as those diagnosed with […]| Wilson Language Training
California: Meets California Social Content Review Fundations, Just Words®, the Wilson Reading System® (WRS), and Wilson Fluency®/Basic have been approved by the California State Board of Education as meeting the state’s social content standards. This means the materials contained in each of Wilson’s programs: Read more here. Idaho: Curriculum Materials Review Adoption Idaho has adopted Just […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
School and district literacy plans Wilson® supports school and district personnel in developing comprehensive implementation and sustainability plans. Let us support you from program implementation to success Wilson’s Implementation Teams are ready to collaborate with you to develop custom plans that incorporate the professional learning events that meet your literacy goals. Each unique professional learning implementation […]| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Wilson Reading System® courses Learn to implement the Wilson Reading System® (WRS) with fidelity. Available workshops Overview A critical factor for student success is teacher knowledge, skills, and the ability to apply those in the classroom, particularly when working with students with dyslexia. WRS courses are offered individually or as part of certification […]| Wilson Language Training
Programs Our proven programs. A pathway to success. Our commitment to the science of reading and the science of implementation — combined with our high-quality Structured Literacy programs, comprehensive professional learning, and dyslexia expertise — creates a pathway to success for teachers and students. Science ofReading ImplementationScience ProfessionalLearning Dyslexia Expertise Tier 1 & Tier 2 […]| Wilson Language Training
Each Fundations learning activity aligns to the science of reading. Click here to learn how. Foundational Skills for Young Learners Informed by an extensive research base and designed to achieve success with a wide variety of learners, Fundations® is a multisensory structured literacy program that presents all skills in a systematic and sequential manner in four Levels: K, 1, 2, and 3. A Pre-K Activity […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
The Wilson Way Experts in Structured Literacy and the science of reading Wilson® is a pioneer and leader in championing an evidence-based, Structured Literacy approach to reading and writing. What is Structured Literacy? Structured Literacy is a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction grounded in the science of reading that research has shown is effective for […]| Wilson Language Training
Fundations® Resource Fundations® Readers Our new Fundations Readers are carefully curated collections of 95% or more decodable books, tightly aligned to the Fundations Scope and Sequence. Download overview Overview Research shows practice is critical to acquiring foundational literacy skills. Fundations Readers reinforce taught phonics and word structure skills, providing opportunities for students to improve fluency […]| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Online Learning Communities Wilson Academy® Learning Communities Fundations® Learning Community The Fundations Learning Community provides educators implementing Fundations with helpful resources and support.The Fundations Learning Community features:Printable materials to enrich Fundations instruction, including worksheets, wordlists, and student reference materialsResources, such as learning plans, teacher checklists, materials management, and Unit test materialsVide...| Wilson Language Training
Wilson’s programs provide targeted reading support across grade levels, helping educators like Sarah Heinz address reading gaps.| Wilson Language Training
Anderson Manuel, an elementary educator with 27 years of experience, shares his success in using the Just Words® program to support struggling students.| Wilson Language Training
Teaching the Structure of the English Language The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) teaches the structure of the English language directly, using an integrated and sequential system in 12 Steps (not corresponding to a student’s grade level). The enhanced and extensively updated fourth edition provides teachers with even more precise guidance and extensive resources in word structure, […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
Appropriate Student Population The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) is widely used with elementary school students, adolescents, and adults who have not been successful learning how to read and write. Many students who benefit from WRS have deficiencies in phonological awareness and/or orthographic processing, which makes it challenging to learn to read and spell without an explicit, […]| Wilson Language Training Knowledge Library
The Wilson Way Putting Structured Literacy into practice Empowering educators to help students read is more than our mission – it’s at the heart of everything we do. The Wilson Way is how we do it – a comprehensive approach supported by professionals who know the subject matter, have extensive, hands-on experience with our programs, […]| Wilson Language Training
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Programs INTERVENTION | TIER 2 An accelerated, highly explicit, multimodal Tier 2 word study program for students in Grades 4–12 and adults who have mild to moderate gaps in their decoding and spelling proficiency but do not require intensive intervention. Schedule a consultation Order now Overview Just Words is a Tier 2 intervention that provides […]| Wilson Language Training
Fundations® Resource FUN HUB® FUN HUB is our subscription-based, online extension of Fundations. It provides valuable Unit-by-Unit resources such as the Unit Test Tracker and Fundations InterActivities, along with professional learning opportunities for teachers. For an even richer experience, add FUN HUB Practice to equip teachers and administrators with essential data to make informed classroom […]| Wilson Language Training
Fundations® Resource Fundations® bundles Everything needed for Fundations implementation is now available in easy-to-purchase bundles. With the introduction of our new Fundations Plus bundles, you’ll have access to FUN HUB® Practice digital student practice content for the first time! New to Fundations Current Fundations customer Year 1 Fundations® Classroom Sets Everything to kick off your […]| Wilson Language Training
Professional Learning Empowering teachers, guided by research It takes more than high-quality materials and effective student-teacher interaction to achieve positive literacy outcomes. At Wilson, we provide quality professional learning and ongoing support opportunities guided by current research on teaching. Our mission is to deliver the skills educators need to help their students become fluent, independent […]| Wilson Language Training
We had the chance to get Ashley Davis’s perspective on Structured Literacy and the impact of implementing Fundations® in her Ohio district.| Wilson Language Training
Florida teacher Ciara Hope shares how she’s using Fundations to inspire her students, boost their confidence, and make learning to read fun.| Wilson Language Training
Empowering educators to help students read is more than our mission–it’s at the heart of everything we do. Our Literacy Specialists are expert educators and former teachers who understand the importance of Structured Literacy instruction and have hands-on experience implementing our programs. These frontline champions work hand in hand with educators on a daily basis, […]| Wilson Language Training
Programs Wilson Reading System INTENSIVE INTERVENTION | TIER 3 Wilson Reading System (WRS) is the flagship program of Wilson Language Training® and the foundation of all other Wilson® programs. The Tier 3 Structured Literacy program is based on phonological-coding research and Orton-Gillingham principles. Schedule a consultation Order now Overview By providing intensive WRS instruction with […]| Wilson Language Training
Programs Fundations PRE-K TO GRADE 3 | TIER 1 & TIER 2 Fundations’ multimodal approach to reading, spelling, and handwriting makes learning to read fun for students and teachers. It lays the groundwork for lifelong literacy through a proven approach to Structured Literacy that is aligned with the science of reading. Schedule a consultation Order […]| Wilson Language Training
Wilson Language Training acquires Acadience Learning, the company founded by Dr. Ruth Kaminski and Dr. Roland Good, the original authors of DIBELS.| Wilson Language Training
Implementing Fundations® is about to get even easier with new products for back-to-school 2024 that save time and help students learn better.| Wilson Language Training
Targeted practice is the connective tissue between what is taught in the classroom and each student’s ability to achieve mastery and command of the skills.| Wilson Language Training
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) released their newest issue of Perspectives on Language and Literacy titled The Structured Literacy Brief.| Wilson Language Training
