Passport Reading Journeys (PRJ): Supplemental Literacy Program for Struggling Adolescent Readers

Passport Reading Journeys (PRJ) is a comprehensive supplemental curriculum that targets students in grades 6-7 who are struggling with reading. PRJ uses direct, explicit instruction in comprehension, vocabulary, and word study for adolescents who struggle with reading using age-appropriate fiction and non-fiction texts. The program is delivered through 50-minute daily lessons delivered 5 days a week. Assessments are embedded in the curriculum to enable teachers to monitor progress and differentiate instruction. The program is formatted as a series of 15 two-week reading expeditions focused on topics related to science or social studies with optional add-ons (reteach or writing). Each week, students spend four days on lessons designed to build their fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They spend the fifth day online using SOLO (Strategic Online Learning Opportunities), an interactive online learning package.