Editor's note: With low reading proficiency scores across the state, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin is exploring the causes and consequences of low literacy. This article is part of the By the Book ...

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2: Start each phonics lesson with phonological awareness. Each phonics lesson segment should be preceded by a phonological awareness skill lesson and should stress learning letter-sound connections.