The document discusses reading and math skills at different ages and grade levels. It notes that one third of fourth graders and only 31% of eighth graders are proficient readers based on NAEP tests. Early reading skills like phonemic awareness and word study are important from preschool through third grade, while comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency remain important through twelfth grade. In math, NAEP scores have risen since 1990 but achievement gaps remain. Key mathematical processes include problem solving, reasoning, communication, making connections, and using different representations. Some reading skills like phonemic awareness and problem solving are similar to aspects of math.

1. Reading and Math for all Ages Dr. Angela Hairrell

6. Components of Reading Instruction Across the Grade Levels Early Literacy Instruction (Preschool) Early Reading Instruction (K - 1) Beginning Reading Instruction (1-3) Reading to Learn (4-12) Phonemic Awareness X X Word Study X (decoding, sight words) X (decoding, sight words, structural analysis, multisyllabic) X (structural analysis, multisyllabic) Fluency X X ? Vocabulary X X X X Comprehension X X X X Motivation X X

9. Some Similarities Reading Math Phonemic Awareness Problem Solving Word Study Reasoning & Proof Fluency Communication Vocabulary Connections Comprehension Representations