For over 25 years, this program from Barnell Loft has been proven to successfully build comprehension skills. The Specific Skills Series increases the proficiency of all students in all skill areas, although it works especially well for remedial instruction. This updated classic, with reading selections and contemporary artwork, builds 9 essential skills: Working Within Words Using the Context Getting the Facts Drawing Conclusions Identifying Inferences Following Directions Locating the Answer Getting the Main Idea Detecting the Sequence Features: Each skill is developed through individual books tailored for each reading level Short reading passages capture students' interest Consistent format promotes rapid skill acquisition Can be used one-on-one, in small groups, or with your entire class

Wonder stories is a series of books designed to improve reading comprehension of older students whose reading skills are below grade level.