What Structured Literacy Looks Like: 5 Practical Classroom Strategies
- Sarah Houser
- Oct 2
- 1 min read
Parents and teachers often ask: “What does structured literacy actually look like in the classroom?”
In this video, I share five practical strategies I used with my own students that make reading accessible, especially for struggling readers and those with dyslexia.
You’ll learn:
-Why sound walls are more powerful than traditional word walls
-How to teach syllable division so big words don’t intimidate
-Multi-sensory tools like rainbow mats and Elkonin boxes
-How daily dictation with feedback reinforces learning
-The importance of cumulative review to ensure mastery Structured literacy is systematic, explicit, and cumulative—but most importantly, it’s doable.
These simple, evidence-based strategies help kids not only learn to read, but also regain confidence in themselves. Teachers, if you're in need of sound wall materials, check out UFLI's Printable Resources here: https://ufli.education.ufl.edu/foundations/printable-resources/
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