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SIMPLIFYING THE SCIENCE OF READING
Literacy Solutions for all Illinois Learners
Jessica Berg, Instructional Coach, Rockford Public Schools, IL
Reading Horizons has been the catalyst for large system change at our school. It has given our teachers the confidence to teach students how to read and our students the confidence to believe they can do it.
Jessica Berg, Instructional Coach, Rockford Public Schools, IL
Aligned to the Common Core State Standards for ELA in Illinois
Aligned to the Common Core State Standards for ELA in Illinois
The Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts in Illinois ensure all students are college—and career-ready—in literacy by the end of high school. Reading Horizons is proud to help Illinois districts and the students they serve consistently and effectively achieve these standards.
All Green on EdReports
The EdReports educator-led curriculum review process for supplemental materials includes two gateways that reflect the importance of standards alignment, research-based best practices, and other attributes of high-quality curriculum as recommended by educators. Reading Horizons Discovery earned ‘all green,’ indicating the curriculum meets all evaluation criteria.

Start Improving K–3 Reading Scores Today!

Discover six evidence-based strategies to elevate K–3 reading scores. This eBook offers practical tips to help all students, including those with dyslexia or learning English as a second language, achieve reading success.

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Hand-Picked for Illinois Administrators and Educators

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Dyslexia: What Every Educator Needs to Know

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Myth Busting! 4 Misconceptions About Literacy Learning in Upper Grades

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6 Ways to Maximize Paraprofessionals in Structured Literacy Classrooms

Meet Your Illinois Team
Our Illinois team is here to help you select the right program for your district. And if you choose Reading Horizons, our certified facilitators and implementation specialists will train your team to ensure success in every classroom.
Lisa Bufka
Lisa Bufka

Literacy Solution Specialist
Lisa has over a decade of experience as a language and literature educator specializing in bilingual and inclusion settings. For the past two years, she has worked with districts across the country to support their needs by identifying and implementing solutions, navigating challenges, and planning financially to improve student outcomes.
lisa.bufka@readinghorizons.com
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Dr. Ethan Lynn
Dr. Ethan Lynn

Education Consultant
Dr. Ethan Lynn has several years of experience as a teacher, administrator, and literacy researcher. Based in Illinois, Ethan is a national presenter and consultant on the science of reading. He is passionate about sharing the gift of literacy with all educators and students.
Trusted Throughout Illinois
Districts across Illinois trust Reading Horizons as an effective foundational literacy solution, empowering teachers and students with proven resources.

Amie Siman, K-2 ELA Curriculum and Instructional Specialist, Round Lake District 116, IL
"The multisensory, systematic, and explicit structure of Reading Horizons filled the gap for effectively teaching foundational skills across our district.”
Amie Siman, K-2 ELA Curriculum and Instructional Specialist, Round Lake District 116, IL

In Illinois, Reading Horizons supports:

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44

Districts

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227

Schools

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193,284

Students

Foundational Literacy Solutions for Every Illinois Student

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Whole Class

Reading instruction for the whole classroom.

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Intervention

Extra support for aspiring readers.

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Individualized

Targeted approach for diverse learning groups.

Join the Science of Reading Collective Today!
Become a part of the Science of Reading Collective—a curriculum-neutral community where educators can collaborate, share best practices, and engage in meaningful discussions on foundational literacy. Your free membership includes professional learning modules, decodable texts, and sound wall resources. You don’t have to navigate the journey alone.
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