Benchmark Passages and Running Records have been removed from Reading A-Z as part of ExploreK12’s ongoing commitment to advancing literacy assessment and providing educators with tools aligned to current research and best practices.
An exciting new assessment enhancement is coming soon to Reading A-Z. This upcoming update will provide educators with an improved assessment experience designed to better support reading instruction and student growth.
Until this enhancement is available, teachers can use Fluency Timed Reading Assessments to continue monitoring student reading progress.
Using Fluency Timed Reading Assessments
Fluency Timed Reading Assessments provide teachers with a familiar, one-on-one way to observe and track students’ reading proficiency.
These assessments support skills emphasized in the science of reading, with a focus on:
Automatic word recognition
Accurate word recognition
Reading fluency development
Fluency Timed Reading Assessments provide objective, efficient, and repeatable data that can be used for frequent progress monitoring while reflecting research-based best practices for literacy assessment.
Looking for More Assessment Options?
Reading A-Z includes multiple assessment tools to help support instruction and monitor student progress throughout the school year.
For a complete overview of available assessments and guidance on choosing the best option for your classroom, visit the Assessments page.