Reading Definitions Home About Phonological Awareness--the ability to recognize and manipulate sounds in words Phonics--the idea that letters stand for particular sounds Fluency--the ability to read accurately and quickly Vocabulary--words we must know and understand to communicate with others Comprehension--understanding what is read and being able to communicate it to others Source:  Adapted from Put Reading First documents published by the U.S. Dept. of Education

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