Solution

Foundations First: High-Impact Literacy Routines for Our Youngest Learners

Our new resource, “CESA 6 High-Leverage Literacy Routines Toolkit: Starting Strong in 4K” is what teachers need to infuse intentional instructional moves in the 4K classroom for big reading success! It is a practical, research-informed resource designed to build strong foundational literacy skills in 4K learners. Grounded in high-leverage instructional practices, this resource supports educators in delivering consistent, developmentally appropriate instructional routines that promote oral language, phonological awareness, print concepts, and early comprehension. Our toolkit helps 4K teachers create the conditions in the classroom needed for long-term reading success — starting on day one.

Teacher reading to students

Benefits

Fits seamlessly into existing early learning curricula and programming
Supports all components of letter learning
Builds strong early literacy foundations through daily, intentional instructional routines
Aligns with developmental best practices for pre-kindergarten learners
Maximizes instructional time with efficient, high-impact routines embedded into existing schedules
Supports educator consistency and confidence with clear, easy-to-implement strategies
Scales across classrooms and programs to support system-wide early literacy goals

Who might benefit from participating?

4K Teachers and Special Education Teachers
4K Directors and Instructional Coaches
C&I Directors

Outcomes/Deliverables

You’ve got the 4K toolkit. Now what?

CESA 6 Literacy has three support options to help you build expertise in planning and using the High-Leverage Literacy Routines Toolkit: Starting Strong in 4K. We can support you through:

In-person workshops at CESA 6
In-district coaching with live classroom support, or
Virtual coaching tailored to your needs

Each option includes opportunities for modeling, planning, and feedback to strengthen instructional practice. Engage with any or all options to learn, practice, and deepen your understanding of these impactful tools.