5 Pillars of Reading

The five pillars of reading are foundational skills essential for effective reading. They include Phonemic Awareness, which is recognizing sounds in words; Decoding, or sounding out words using knowledge of letter-sound relationships; Fluency, reading smoothly and accurately; Vocabulary, understanding word meanings; and Comprehension, the ability to understand and interpret what is read. Together, these pillars build a strong reading ability, enabling learners to decode text, understand content, and enjoy reading across different contexts. Developing each pillar supports overall literacy and confidence in reading skills.