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Tuesday, July 28, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by Dr. Wiley Blevins, Author, Educational Consultant, and Researcher
Sponsored by William H. Sadlier
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Decodables are one of the most powerful and underutilized tools in early literacy instruction. In this first edWebinar of the 2026 Sadlier Phonics Institute, you’ll discover how to extend decodables far beyond phonics practice to build vocabulary, syntax, comprehension, writing, and spelling skills in PreK-3 classrooms. Featuring Sadlier’s new Decode & Discover Series, this session will transform the way you think about and use decodable texts.
Key Takeaways:
- Decodables are versatile early reading tools that can and should support the full spectrum of literacy skills, not just decoding.
- Practical techniques will be shared to elevate how decodables are used across PreK–3 classrooms, unlocking their untapped potential.
- Learn how to connect decodables to broader literacy goals and content knowledge building in meaningful, purposeful ways.
This edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-3 teachers, librarians, school leaders, and district leaders.
This edWebinar is part of the 2026 Sadlier Phonics Institute.

About the Presenter
Wiley Blevins, Ed.D., studied at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Bowling Green State University and has his doctorate in education. He is an author, educational consultant, and researcher with deep expertise in literacy instruction and reading intervention. Dr. Blevins has taught in both the United States and South America, bringing a global perspective to his work. He is widely recognized for his contributions to phonics and early literacy and has authored numerous professional books and instructional resources used in classrooms nationwide. Through his consulting and research, Dr. Blevins supports educators in implementing evidence-based practices that accelerate reading growth for all learners.
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