Accurate insights from Star Phonics empower teachers to advance instruction and help students become strong, confident readers.
Explicit
Measure understanding of the 12 most critical phonics categories and 102 target skills.
TECHNOLOGY-BASED AND RESEARCH-PROVEN
Phonics assessment designed to inform instruction
Science of Reading research proves that mastering phonics skills is critical for students learning to read. Knowing how well students are developing phonics skills gives teachers the insight they need to guide phonics instruction in grades 1–6, and for students who are struggling at any grade level.
Diagnostic
Intervene knowing exactly where a student is struggling.
Actionable
Know which patterns to teach individuals, small groups, grades, and classes.
Instructional
Align results to the scope and sequence of your reading curriculum to gauge progress and needs.
Join our Kindergarten Field Test
Star Phonics is expanding its grade-level coverage by adding kindergarten into the existing product via a field test.
Insights for growth, learning, and support
Monitor instruction and resources
Track progress throughout the school year to evaluate resource allocation and determine where phonics instruction may need emphasis or acceleration.
Actionable data for instruction
Plan targeted, appropriate instruction for the whole class, small groups, and individual students to meet the needs of all learners.
Track phonics skill development
Understand the letter sounds and phonics patterns your child knows and is learning to help support their further development and growth.
Explore how Star Phonics provides in-depth phonics data in just a few minutes
Take a closer look at Star Phonics screening and diagnostic tests and the reports that inform phonics instruction.
The Science Behind Star Phonics
Learn more with the Science Behind Star Phonics, an in-depth and easy to understand look at what makes Star Phonics an effective phonics assessment.
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Dr. Michelle Hosp, the creator of Star Phonics, explains why and how she developed this unique assessment.
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See how Star Phonics works with other Renaissance products to support the Science of Reading.
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Discover why educators consider Star Phonics the best tool for assessing phonics skills.
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