Phonics Assessment for Reading & Targeted Support | OG & Phonics
The Phonics Assessment for Reading and Targeted Support - Formerly The Good Sensory Learning Reading Assessment
The Phonics Assessment for Reading & Targeted Support
Formerly the Good Sensory Learning Reading Assessment
The Phonics Assessment for Reading & Targeted Support (PARTS) is an essential tool for any Orton-Gillingham or phonics-based reading program. Created by Dr. Erica Warren, this comprehensive assessment helps teachers, reading specialists, and parents quickly pinpoint a student’s reading abilities and areas for growth. Whether used before or after remedial interventions, PARTS offers valuable insights into progress and identifies specific areas needing targeted instruction.
Why a Reading Assessment Matters
Assessing reading skills is critical for all learners, especially those who struggle. It establishes a clear baseline, uncovers precise weaknesses, and prevents valuable time from being wasted on skills the student has already mastered. This targeted approach allows educators to create customized, efficient learning plans that directly address each child’s unique needs.
Key Features & Benefits
- Covers All Core Skills – 12 categories and 28 subtests that address every aspect of phonics and reading proficiency.
- Simple to Administer – Straightforward format for easy use by teachers, tutors, and parents.
- Guides Instruction – Results provide a roadmap for targeted interventions and instruction.
- Tracks Progress – Ideal for monitoring growth over time and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
This printable, comprehensive assessment offers detailed insights that make it an indispensable resource for strengthening reading skills and boosting confidence.
Subtests Included
- Letter Proficiency
- Rhyming Words
- Syllable Divisions
- Word Blending
- Beginning Sounds
- Middle Sounds
- Ending Sounds
- Blending Sounds to Words
- Drop the First Sound
- Drop the Last Sound
- 1st Grade Sight Words
- 2nd Grade Sight Words
- 3rd Grade Sight Words
- Nonsense Closed Syllables
- Nonsense Open Syllables
- Nonsense Silent E Syllables
- Nonsense R-Combination Syllables
- Nonsense Consonant LE Syllables
- Vowel Combinations
- Syllabication
- Blends, Digraphs, and Trigraphs
- Ending Blends
- Compound Words
- Prefixes
- Suffixes
- Multisyllabic Words
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this assessment designed for?
A: This assessment is ideal for teachers, tutors, reading specialists, and parents who want to pinpoint a student’s phonics strengths and areas for growth. It works for learners of all ages who are developing foundational reading skills.
Q: Is it compatible with Orton-Gillingham programs?
A: Absolutely. The assessment aligns perfectly with Orton-Gillingham and other structured, phonics-based reading programs.
Q: What does the assessment cover?
A: It evaluates key phonics skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics decoding, advanced decoding, sight word recognition, word construction, and morphological awareness.
Q: How will I receive the assessment?
A: You’ll receive an instant-download PDF that can be printed or used digitally with apps like GoodNotes, Notability, or Kami.
Q: Does it include scoring guidance?
A: Yes. An easy-to-use answer key is included, along with guidance for interpreting results.
Q: Can I use this assessment with multiple students?
A: Yes, you may print or use it digitally as many times as you need for your own students.
Q: Will I get recommendations based on the results?
A: Yes. The assessment provides insights to guide instruction and target support, helping you match teaching strategies to a student’s specific needs.
