In this episode of Creating Readers, Savannah Campbell dives into her top five non-negotiables for effective reading intervention. These key systems are essential for helping students make real progress towards closing the gap between what children are currently doing, and what we know our children CAN do.  These include:

1. Matching Intervention to the Child’s Needs – Tailor interventions to the specific skills students are missing, not just what’s convenient.


2. Progress Monitoring Regularly – Frequent assessments help track if students are progressing and inform instructional changes.


3. Reflecting on Data Often – Use data to make informed decisions about teaching strategies.


4. Remembering that Consistency is Critical – Ensure interventions happen consistently to close reading gaps.


5. Providing Enough Practice – Students need repeated practice to reach automaticity, especially in targeted skills.

Savannah emphasizes the importance of intentional, data-driven instruction to give every student the best chance at success.