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Core Curriculum
Texas reading curriculum
Unlock literacy success with an IMRA-approved program designed for bilingual learners, rural schools, and every student in between.
Rooted in the science of reading. Backed by real results.
HMH Into Reading Texas and HMH ¡Arriba la Lectura! Texas together provide an intentional pathway for developing Spanish-English academic biliteracy in Grades K–5, providing a research-backed structured literacy approach for bilingual classrooms. See how both programs are SBOE-approved and why they scored 100% on every IMRA rubric item.
The best research-based curriculum for Texas schools
Into Reading Texas builds foundational reading skills through phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and comprehension. Award-winning, cross-curricular literature supports lessons.
Classroom management, simplified
The program puts learning targets, direct instruction, practice, and assessment all in one place. Teachers can deliver questions, check for understanding, and assess in real time. AI-powered insights instantly analyze student responses and guide the next instructional steps.
A game-changing partnership
Galveston Independent School District educators share how Into Reading Texas engages students and provides options for all students to grow and find success in reading.
Into Reading’s impact on any given school day
4.5M+
Students
Learning comes alive with delightful texts and memorable lessons.
265K+
Teachers
Planning and instructional tools give back time for teaching.
5K+
Administrators
Actionable reports measure progress and show growth opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
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Has Into Reading Texas been reviewed by IMRA and other third parties?
Yes. Into Reading Texas Version 2 and ¡Arriba la Lectura Texas! Version 2 were reviewed and approved by the state's IMRA (Instructional Materials Review and Approval) process. Both programs scored 100% on every IMRA rubric item.
Its content was also reviewed by The Reading League, whose expert evaluators gave the program scores of 1 in 71 out of 75 practices across five key areas: word recognition, language comprehension, reading comprehension, writing, and assessment.
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Is Into Reading Texas aligned with the TEKS standards?
Yes. Every lesson is TEKS-aligned, with student outcomes mapped to STAAR readiness and monitored with built-in assessments.
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Does this reading curriculum work for dual language or bilingual classrooms?
Absolutely. We offer HMH ¡Arriba la Lectura™ Texas!, which was developed in Spanish, not just translated.
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Is this reading curriculum available in Spanish?
Yes. ¡Arriba la Lectura Texas! includes authentic Spanish texts, culturally relevant stories, and phonics and vocabulary instruction.
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Does Into Reading Texas include RTI or MTSS supports?
Yes. Each unit includes Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 scaffolds, plus diagnostic tools that integrate with most Texas RTI systems.
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Can I use Title I funds to buy this reading program?
Yes. Our curriculum qualifies under ESSA Tier I and Tier II evidence, and is approved for use with Title I, Title III, and state compensatory education funds.
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Does Into Reading Texas support dyslexia and special education students?
Yes. We follow the Texas Dyslexia Handbook with built-in multisensory strategies, decodable text access, and SPED-aligned lesson adaptations.
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Does this ELA program come with teacher training or PD?
We include both initial implementation training and ongoing support, with live and online coaching, asynchronous PD modules, and resources for campus instructional leaders.
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How does this reading curriculum help students prepare for STAAR?
From comprehension checks to vocabulary-building strategies, our program prepares students for STAAR without “teaching to the test.”
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Can I get this reading curriculum in both print and digital formats?
Yes. Choose from fully printed student kits, digital access, or a hybrid approach that fits your district’s infrastructure.
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Is there data showing that this reading program improves student outcomes?
Yes, and we’d love to show you. Districts like Galveston ISD have seen writing scores triple using our program.
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How does this curriculum support instructional coaches and school leaders?
We provide coaching guides, observation rubrics, and turnkey PD to make implementation smooth at every level.
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Insights and resources
When Galveston ISD leaders saw a notable dip in student performance, they decided to set forth on a growth journey—starting with the implementation of integrated edtech solutions. We sat down with Galveston leaders and educators to discuss the district's plan of action that resulted in incredible student gains.
This blog explores the “phonological awareness umbrella” metaphor in depth, delving into the skills it encompasses and actionable strategies for classroom instruction.
Understanding the distinctions between structured literacy vs. the science of reading can be crucial to ensuring that reading programs are designed to support students effectively.
Photo: Third-grade teacher Russell Souders
Third-grade Texas teacher Russell Souders shares tips on how he sparks students’ interest in reading, including how he uses programs like HMH Into Reading to engage students in literacy instruction.
Photo: Dual language kindergarten teacher Blanca Hernandez
Texas dual language kindergarten teacher Blanca Hernandez shares how she builds a bilingual classroom culture that fosters a growth mindset in English and Spanish.
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Adapted physical education teacher Eric Cavalli from Manor, Texas shares strategies to create an accessible learning environment for students.
- Report Type: Efficacy Study
- Grade Level: Elementary
- Region: Southwest
- Implementation Model: Core Instruction
- Report Type: Research Evidence Base
- Grade Level: Elementary
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