Why use decodable texts?

Decodable texts are books that contain words that can be sounded out using phonics rules that children have learned. Here are some reasons why young readers should read decodable texts:

1. Encourages decoding skills: Decodable texts encourage children to sound out words using decoding skills, which helps them become more confident in their reading abilities.

2. Improves accuracy: When children read decodable texts, they are more likely to try to decode words, which leads to improved accuracy in reading.

3. Builds phonics skills: Decodable texts provide children with the opportunity to apply their phonics skills to real reading situations.

4. Reduces guessing: Decodable texts force readers to practice their decoding skills instead of relying on pictures or guessing.

5. Increases fluency: Decodable texts help children become more fluent readers because they are able to read words more accurately and quickly.

I've been looking at different decodable texts for a while now and have found the following resources useful.

Which ones do you use?