One-on-one, comprehensive assessment to determine independent and instructional reading levels, for placing students on the Fountas & Pinnell A-Z Text Gradient, and connecting assessment to instruction with the Continuum of Literacy Learning.

"The interpretation and use of Benchmark Assessment data are more important than the scores themselves." —American Institute of Research, 1999

Second Edition
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Ordering Information:
» System 1, Grades K-2, Levels A-N
» System 2, Grades 3-8, Levels L-Z
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A one-on-one, comprehensive assessment to determine instructional and independent reading levels and reliably place students at an appropriate level from A–N, based on the Fountas and Pinnell Text Level Gradient™.

The assessment tools in SEL are not a translation from BAS but new materials developed by bilingual literacy experts, working under the supervision of Gay Su Pinnell and Irene Fountas.

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» New! Field Study Results & Advisory Panel
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Ordering Information:
» Sistema de evaluacion de la lectura (SEL), Grados K–2, Niveles A–N
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A research-based, supplementary intervention system designed to help teachers provide powerful, daily, small-group instruction for the lowest achieving children in the early grades.

"Prevent literacy difficulties before they turn into long-term challenges." —Irene Fountas & Gay Su Pinnell

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» LLI Efficacy Study Results

Ordering Information:
» Orange System, Kindergarten (Levels A–C)
» Green System, Grade 1 (Levels A–J)
» Blue System, Grade 2 (Levels C–N)
» Red System, Grade 3 (Levels L–Q)
» NEW! Gold System, Grade 4 (Levels O–T)
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This frequently updated, subscription-based, on-line list contains over 40,000 books submitted by over 300 publishers. Every book is meticulously reviewed and leveled by Irene Fountas and Gay Su Pinnell in conjunction with their team of hand-selected levelers using the F&P Text Level Gradient™.

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The Fountas & Pinnell Online Data Management Systems are a secure and efficient way for teachers, and school and district administrators to collect, analyze, and share data on individual and class progress over time. One-year subscription included with initial purchase of Benchmark Assessment System, Sistema de evaluación de la lectura and Leveled Literacy Intervention systems.

Benchmark - Domestic (U.S.) Version

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Benchmark - International Version

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LLI

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LLI - International Version

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A research-based, supplementary intervention system designed to help teachers pro

Through Heinemann's firsthand line of classroom materials, Fountas and Pinnell have authored Phonics Lessons (Grades K, 1, and 2), Word Study Lessons (Grade 3), Sing a Song of Poetry, and their corresponding word and picture cards.

» Phonics Lessons, Grade K
» Phonics Lessons, Grade 1
» Phonics Lessons, Grade 2
» Word Study Lessons, Grade 3
» Sing a Song of Poetry K, 1, 2

In 1996, Fountas & Pinnell revolutionized classroom teaching with their systematic approach to small-group reading instruction as described in their groundbreaking text, Guided Reading. They continue to bring their critical sensibility to all areas of classroom practice through their many Heinemann publications.

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Professional development services, developed by Fountas and Pinnell and delivered by consultants selected and trained by them, transform teaching and learning for teachers and students alike.

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For additional university options please contact:

Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
Alison Buraczenski
Phone: 800-999-1959 ext. 8693
Email: aburacze@lesley.edu

The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Sonny Whitehead
Phone: 614-688-4977
Email: sonny@rrel.org