Three Ways REWARDS Supports Missouri’s Content-Area Classrooms
In Missouri classrooms, teachers know when students struggle to read grade-level texts, the challenge doesn’t stay confined to English class. It trickles out to impact all subjects. REWARDS®, developed by literacy expert and lead author Dr. Anita Archer gives students in grades 4–12 the tools they need to read multisyllabic words, build vocabulary, and strengthen comprehension so they can succeed across all subjects.
Here are three ways REWARDS can make an immediate impact in Missouri classrooms.
Provides Short, Targeted Support
REWARDS is designed as a short intervention with 20–25 structured lessons delivered in a flexible, activity-based format. Lessons can be delivered all at once or broken into smaller segments, making it easy for Missouri educators to fit into busy schedules without overhauling their curriculum. Students quickly gain confidence as they see results in a few short weeks.
Builds Skills That Transfer to Every Subject
Instead of teaching literacy in isolation, REWARDS uses science and social studies passages to help students practice decoding, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. This means that while students improve their reading skills, they also build background knowledge in key content areas.
Backed by Research and Expert Design
REWARDS aligns with the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) Practice Guide recommendations for adolescent literacy interventions. Multiple studies have shown significant gains in decoding accuracy, fluency, and comprehension. And because it was co-authored by Dr. Archer, a nationally recognized leader in explicit instruction, teachers can feel confident it’s practical, effective, and research-based.
Literacy is the foundation for success in every subject. With REWARDS, Missouri educators can help students catch up, build confidence, and unlock their potential in science, social studies, and beyond.
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