Fountas and Pinnell

Fountas and Pinnell is a widely used system for assessing and supporting literacy development in students, particularly in early education. Developed by educators Irene Fountas and Gay Su Pinnell, it includes a leveling system for books that helps teachers match reading materials to a child's current reading level. This approach aims to foster a love of reading and enhance comprehension by providing appropriate challenges. Teachers use guided reading techniques and progress monitoring to support each student’s individual learning path, ensuring that all children develop their reading skills effectively.