Wilson reading tutor: what it is, what it costs, and if it works

Last updated 2026-07-10

What is Wilson Reading System and how does it work?

Wilson Reading System (WRS) is a structured literacy program Barbara Wilson built in 1988. It teaches reading and spelling at the same time, moving through 12 steps that start with basic sound-symbol relationships and end at multisyllabic word reading. Every lesson follows the same order: phonemic awareness drills, sound cards, word cards, word lists, sentences, then a passage. That sameness is the point. A struggling reader's brain doesn't need novelty. It needs repetition at the right level.

The program rests on Orton-Gillingham principles, which means it's multisensory. Students see a letter, say its sound, and tap or feel the syllables as they read. Each new skill gets explicit teaching before a student is asked to use it. Nothing is guessed at. If you've heard the phrase "structured literacy," Wilson is one of the most recognized versions of it ^[1].

Wilson is not a general tutor sitting down to help your kid with homework. It requires trained, certified practitioners. Wilson Language Technologies runs its own certification path: tutors earn Wilson Reading System Level I certification, and more advanced practitioners pursue the Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner or Wilson Dyslexia Therapist credentials. That difference matters when you're hiring or asking your school to provide services.

The program targets students in grade 2 and above who haven't responded to classroom reading instruction. It's used most often for students with dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, or serious phonological processing deficits. For younger children or those still in Tier 1 or Tier 2 instruction, Wilson's Fundations program covers kindergarten through grade 3.

Does Wilson Reading actually work? What does the research say?

Short answer: yes, for the right students, the evidence is solid. The longer answer has some nuance.

Wilson Reading System is listed on the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC), the U.S. Department of Education's evidence database. A 2010 WWC review found positive or potentially positive effects for beginning readers on alphabetics, fluency, and comprehension ^[2]. Studies delivering Wilson with fidelity have shown larger decoding gains than comparison interventions for students with reading disabilities. The program's developers have also published outcome data showing students who finish the full program typically read at grade level or within one to two grade levels of peers, though those numbers come from Wilson Language Technologies itself and should be weighed accordingly.

Here's the honest caveat. Most rigorous studies are small. The National Reading Panel and later meta-analyses back the instructional pieces Wilson uses (explicit phonics, phonemic awareness training, fluency practice), but fewer studies isolate WRS specifically as opposed to structured literacy broadly ^[3]. The International Dyslexia Association recognizes Wilson as consistent with its Knowledge and Practice Standards for Educators of Students with Dyslexia ^[4].

What the research doesn't support: the idea that Wilson works for every struggling reader no matter why they struggle. A child whose main barrier is vocabulary or language comprehension rather than decoding will get less out of it than one whose core deficit is phonological. A proper evaluation before you start is worth more than any program.

Wondering whether to pick Wilson over other structured literacy programs like Barton, SPIRE, or a certified Orton-Gillingham tutor? No single study proves one is best. Wilson has a larger school-based footprint and a clearer certification system, which makes quality easier to check.

How much does a Wilson reading tutor cost?

Private Wilson tutors usually charge $50 to $150 per hour in the United States, with the price driven mostly by location and the tutor's certification level ^[5]. In major metros like New York, Boston, or San Francisco, $120 to $150 per session is common. In smaller cities or rural areas, $50 to $80 per hour is more typical. Wilson Dyslexia Therapists, the highest credential, sit at the top of the range.

Wilson tutoring is not quick. The full 12-step program usually runs 60 to 90 minute sessions, two to four times a week, over one to three years depending on where a student starts and how fast they move. A student starting at step 1 and finishing all 12 steps could pile up 150 to 300 hours of instruction. At $80 an hour, that's $12,000 to $24,000 across the program. That number is uncomfortable. It's also reality.

Some families work with a tutor twice a week for a school year and see real gains without finishing the whole program. Others need the full arc. There's no shortcut formula.

School-based delivery is free to families when it's written into an IEP or 504 plan. If a school employs a Wilson-certified specialist, they can provide WRS as a related service at no cost to you. That's the better financial path if your child qualifies. The section below on IEPs covers how to ask.

Online Wilson tutoring has grown since 2020 and generally runs $60 to $120 per hour, a bit less than in-person for the same credentials. The program wasn't first designed for remote delivery, but Wilson Language Technologies says certified practitioners can adapt it well, and many families report strong results. See our guide to online reading tutoring for what to look for in a virtual session.

Setting	Typical hourly cost	Notes
Private in-person tutor, major metro	$100, $150	Higher for Wilson Dyslexia Therapist
Private in-person tutor, smaller market	$50, $85
Online certified Wilson tutor	$60, $120	Range across platforms and independent tutors
School-based (IEP/504)	$0 to family	Must be written into the plan
Wilson-certified tutoring centers	$80, $130	Some offer sliding scale

Who is Wilson Reading designed for, and who isn't a good fit?

Wilson Reading System targets students with phonological processing deficits who haven't responded to standard classroom instruction. That profile fits most students with dyslexia. The program works best with students at least 7 to 8 years old (roughly second grade), because they need to hold focus through structured 60-minute lessons and handle the abstract sound-symbol work.

Good candidates: students with dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, or those who've been through multiple reading interventions without expected progress. Students who read slowly and inaccurately at the word level, who spell phonetically but wrong, and who stumble on nonsense-word decoding tend to gain the most.

Not the best fit: students whose main trouble is comprehension rather than decoding. If a child reads words accurately but can't understand them, Wilson isn't hitting the core issue. Very young children (kindergarten and grade 1) are usually better served by Fundations, Wilson's classroom program, rather than WRS itself. Students with intellectual disabilities may need a modified approach.

English language learners can benefit from Wilson, but the practitioner has to account for vocabulary gaps that are separate from phonological ones. A student who doesn't know what a word means won't gain much from being able to decode it.

Not sure if Wilson is right? A psychoeducational evaluation that includes phonological processing measures (like the CTOPP-2) tells you more than any checklist. It should look at phonological awareness, rapid automatized naming, and phonological memory. That data shapes the intervention choice.

Can you get Wilson Reading through your child's IEP or 504 plan?

Yes, and for many families this is the only financially realistic path. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), schools must provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to students with qualifying disabilities, which includes specific learning disabilities like dyslexia ^[6]. IDEA's definition of special education includes "specially designed instruction," and a research-backed structured literacy program like Wilson can qualify as specially designed instruction when it's matched to the student's documented needs.

The statute's language matters here. IDEA defines FAPE as "special education and related services that are provided at public expense, under public supervision and direction, and without charge" (20 U.S.C. § 1401(9)). If Wilson is the right intervention for your child, the school carries the cost, not your family.

How to actually get it written in:

First, you need a current evaluation that documents the disability and the specific deficits Wilson addresses. If the school's evaluation is incomplete or outdated, request a new one in writing. Under IDEA, you can request an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at school expense if you disagree with the school's evaluation ^[6].

Second, at the IEP meeting, ask that the plan name the intervention program, the credentials required of the person delivering it, the frequency and length of sessions, and measurable goals tied to decoding and fluency. Vague IEP language like "reading support" does not obligate the school to use Wilson specifically.

Third, if the school agrees Wilson is appropriate but says it has no certified practitioner, it has to hire one, contract with one, or fund outside services. It cannot use inability to provide FAPE as a permanent answer.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act covers students who don't qualify for special education but have a disability that substantially limits a major life activity, including learning. A 504 plan can carry accommodations but doesn't guarantee specialized instruction the way an IEP does. For intensive Wilson tutoring, an IEP is the stronger legal vehicle ^[7].

For a closer look at handling these conversations, a reading tutor working alongside your school team can help document progress and support your IEP requests.

What credentials should a Wilson reading tutor have?

Wilson Language Technologies has a specific credentialing system, and it's worth knowing before you hire anyone or accept school-provided services.

Wilson Reading System Level I Certification: the entry-level credential. The practitioner has finished training and supervised practicum hours in WRS steps 1 to 6. This is the minimum to consider for a private tutor.

Wilson Reading System Level II Certification: covers steps 7 to 12 (multisyllabic word work, more complex text). If your child is past the basics, you want someone with Level II.

Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner (W.D.P.): a newer credential (launched around 2021) that replaces an older structure. It requires more practicum hours and ongoing supervision. A practitioner at this level has shown fidelity with real students.

Wilson Dyslexia Therapist (W.D.T.): the top certification. It requires completing the full WRS training sequence, substantial supervised hours, and an exam covering the entire program. Comparable to the CALT credential from the Academic Language Therapy Association.

When you ask about credentials, ask for the exact credential name and when it was earned. Wilson credentials require continuing education to keep, so a certification from ten years ago with no renewal is a yellow flag. You can also ask whether the tutor has worked with students at the same grade level and deficit profile as your child.

For school-based services, it's fair to ask in writing: "What is the Wilson certification level of the staff member who will deliver this service?" Document the answer. If services come from someone without WRS certification, the program isn't being run with fidelity, and you have grounds to question whether the IEP is being met.

How do you find a qualified Wilson reading tutor?

Wilson Language Technologies keeps a provider directory on its website (wilsonlanguage.com) where you can search by location and credential level ^[8]. Start there. It's the most reliable source because everyone listed has been verified by Wilson directly.

Beyond the official directory:

The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has a provider directory at its website that lists many Wilson-certified practitioners alongside other structured literacy specialists ^[4]. State IDA branches sometimes keep more local lists.

Your child's school psychologist or special education coordinator may know certified practitioners in the area who work privately outside school hours.

Parent support groups, especially those tied to Decoding Dyslexia (a national network of state-based parent organizations), are often the best source of real referrals from parents who've seen results.

When you interview a tutor, ask: How many students have you taken through WRS? What steps have you worked within? How do you report progress to parents? What does a typical lesson look like? A good Wilson tutor describes the lesson structure fluently, because it's consistent by design.

Ask about progress monitoring too. WRS has built-in mastery checks at each step, but a good tutor also tracks fluency rates and shares data with you regularly. If a tutor can't show you progress data, that's a problem.

Once you've found someone, ask for a trial session or an observation period before you sign a long-term contract. Some tutors offer a free 30-minute intake meeting. That conversation will tell you a lot.

How long does Wilson Reading take to show results?

Most families see measurable decoding progress within 3 to 6 months of twice-weekly sessions, assuming fidelity to the program. The first signs usually show up in spelling and reading single words, because those are targeted directly in the early WRS steps. Fluency with connected text takes longer, usually 6 to 12 months before it feels automatic.

The full 12-step program, from basic CVC words through multisyllabic text, usually takes one to three years at two to four sessions a week. Students who start later, with bigger gaps, need longer. Students who get extra reading practice between sessions (reading decodable books matched to their current WRS step, say) tend to move faster.

Progress isn't always a straight line. Many students hit a plateau around steps 4 to 6, where complexity climbs and fluency demands rise. A good tutor slows the pacing rather than rushing to the next step. The mastery criterion in WRS is real: a student has to hit a set accuracy level before moving on. That's a feature, not a flaw.

If a child has been in Wilson for six months at two sessions a week with no measurable gains, that warrants a conversation. Was the evaluation accurate? Are sessions happening with fidelity? Are there other factors (processing speed, working memory, vision issues) that need attention? Wilson isn't the answer for every struggling reader, and staying with a program that isn't working costs time the child doesn't have.

For students working on comprehension alongside decoding, practice materials set to their independent level can reinforce what they're learning. Our reading comprehension practice page has resources organized by level.

How does Wilson compare to other structured literacy programs?

Parents researching Wilson run into several other programs. Here's an honest comparison.

Wilson vs. Barton Reading and Spelling System: Barton is built to be delivered by tutors and parents without formal teaching credentials, using video-based training. Wilson requires certified practitioners. Barton is more accessible and a bit cheaper to start, but Wilson has a larger research base and deeper school-based use. For a parent who wants to work directly with their child, Barton has a lower barrier to entry. For school-based or clinic-based services, Wilson's credentialing makes quality easier to control.

Wilson vs. SPIRE (Specialized Program Individualizing Reading Excellence): SPIRE is also an Orton-Gillingham-based program with a strong school track record. It has its own training and certification. Some special education teachers are trained in SPIRE rather than Wilson. The research base is similar. The choice often comes down to what the school or tutor already knows.

Wilson vs. generic Orton-Gillingham tutoring: Orton-Gillingham (OG) is a teaching approach, not a single scripted program. A certified OG practitioner (AOGPE certification) has deep training and can individualize instruction in ways a scripted program can't. High-quality OG tutoring and high-quality Wilson tutoring produce similar outcomes in most studies. Wilson's edge is consistency and scale; well-trained OG tutors may bend more for unusual profiles.

Wilson vs. school-based Tier 2/3 interventions like Read 180 or iReady: Different categories. Read 180 and similar programs blend technology with small-group instruction and run lighter than Wilson. They serve a broader population. Wilson is a more targeted intervention for students with serious phonological deficits who haven't responded to lighter approaches.

For any reading comprehension tutor search, knowing where decoding ends and comprehension begins is the first clarifying question.

What should a Wilson lesson actually look like for your child?

If you're paying for Wilson tutoring or your child gets it through school, you deserve to know what a real session looks like. The WRS lesson structure is explicit and sequenced. Here's what should happen in roughly a 60-minute session.

The lesson opens with sound card drills. The tutor holds up letter or letter-combination cards and the student gives the sound, fast, automatically. Then word card drills: single words the student has already learned, reviewed for automaticity. This drill segment runs 10 to 15 minutes and is not optional. It builds the automatic recognition that fluent reading requires.

Next comes new teaching or review: the tutor introduces or reinforces a concept (a new phoneme-grapheme correspondence, a syllable type, a spelling rule). The student practices it through word reading and spelling at once. Wilson always pairs reading and spelling because the two reinforce each other.

Then word lists, sentences, and finally a passage. By the time the student reaches the passage, every word type in it should be something they've been taught. The passage isn't random. It's matched to the current instructional step.

The lesson closes with fluency timing and student charting of their own progress. This self-monitoring piece matters. Students who watch their own fluency rates climb over weeks stay motivated.

If your child's "Wilson session" looks like homework help or reading aloud from a library book, that's not WRS. Ask the tutor or school provider to walk you through their lesson plan for that week. A legitimate Wilson practitioner welcomes the question.

You can also ask to observe a session. Under IDEA, parents have the right to meaningful participation in their child's education, and most reputable tutors and schools will accommodate observation, especially for a new intervention.

Can Wilson Reading be part of a broader reading plan at home?

Yes, and it should be. Wilson sessions build the decoding engine, but reading growth also depends on what happens between sessions. The best complement to WRS tutoring is daily reading in decodable books matched to the student's current Wilson step. These books are engineered to contain only the phonics patterns the student has already been taught. The Wilson instructor can tell you exactly which step your child is on, and Wilson Language Technologies sells step-matched readers. Other publishers (Wiley Blevins's decodable series, for example) also make step-aligned materials.

What to avoid: handing a child in WRS Step 3 a typical second-grade leveled reader. Those books carry phonics patterns the child hasn't been taught yet and force the guessing strategies WRS is trying to kill. It feels like practice. It actually undermines the program.

For fluency alongside WRS, short daily repeated reading (reading the same passage three to four times, tracking words per minute) produces measurable gains. See our reading fluency strategies guide for routines you can run in ten minutes a day.

Sight words come up a lot with parents of WRS students. True high-frequency words that break phonics patterns ("the," "said") get taught within WRS, but a clear list helps. Our sight words guide explains which words matter most by grade.

For families who want a structured home practice tool alongside Wilson tutoring, the ReadFlare reading toolkit includes decodable-text fluency trackers and progress monitoring sheets you can use between sessions to show the tutor where gaps are showing up.

The goal at home isn't to copy Wilson sessions. It's to give the child reading where they can practice what they've been taught without frustration, so the skills start to feel automatic.

What if the school refuses to provide Wilson or says it's not available?

This happens. Schools may say they don't have trained staff, that they use a different program, or that your child doesn't qualify. Here's how to push back effectively.

Document everything in writing. Requests, responses, meeting notes. Email is your friend because it creates a timestamp.

If the school's position is that your child has no disability requiring Wilson, and you believe otherwise, request a full psychoeducational evaluation in writing. IDEA requires the school to evaluate within 60 days of your written consent (some states set shorter timelines) ^[6]. If you disagree with the results, request an IEE at school expense.

If the evaluation confirms a disability but the school offers a different intervention, the key question is whether their program is appropriate given the child's specific documented deficits. "We use Read 180" is not an automatic answer for a child with severe phonological processing deficits who needs intensive one-on-one structured literacy instruction. You can bring in an independent evaluator or advocate to support the argument that Wilson is the right intervention for this child.

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) at the U.S. Department of Education publishes free, authoritative parent guides on IDEA rights ^[7]. The Wrightslaw website (wrightslaw.com) is not a .gov source, but special education attorneys and advocates use it widely as a practical guide to IDEA.

If the IEP process stalls, you have procedural safeguards: mediation, state complaint, and due process hearings. Mediation is often faster and less adversarial than due process. A state complaint is useful when the school is breaking a procedure (not following the IEP it already agreed to). Due process is for disputes about whether the program itself is appropriate.

Parent training and information centers (PTIs) exist in every state, federally funded under IDEA, and they help you understand your rights and prepare for IEP meetings at no cost ^[7].

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Wilson reading tutor cost per hour?

Private Wilson-certified tutors typically charge $50 to $150 per hour depending on location and credential level. Wilson Dyslexia Therapists (the highest certification) usually sit at the top of that range. In major metro areas, $100 to $150 is common. School-based Wilson tutoring through an IEP costs families nothing, which is why getting it written into the plan is worth the effort.

Is Wilson Reading good for dyslexia?

Yes. Wilson Reading System was designed specifically for students with dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities. It addresses phonological processing deficits through explicit, multisensory instruction in sound-symbol relationships and spelling. The International Dyslexia Association recognizes WRS as consistent with its Knowledge and Practice Standards. Research shows meaningful decoding gains for students with reading disabilities, strongest when a certified practitioner delivers it with fidelity.

What age is Wilson Reading appropriate for?

Wilson Reading System is designed for students roughly grade 2 and up (about age 7-8). Younger children are usually better served by Wilson's Fundations program. There's essentially no upper age limit: WRS is used with adults who have persistent reading difficulties. The key criterion is not age but whether the student has phonological processing deficits and hasn't responded to standard classroom instruction.

Can a parent do Wilson Reading with their child at home?

WRS requires certified practitioner training and isn't designed as a parent-delivered program. That said, parents matter in support: reading decodable books matched to the child's current Wilson step daily, doing brief fluency timing, and reviewing taught sound cards. If you want a structured program a parent can actually deliver at home, Barton Reading and Spelling System is built for that and uses similar Orton-Gillingham principles.

How do I find a Wilson-certified tutor near me?

Start with the provider directory on wilsonlanguage.com, which lists practitioners by location and credential level. The International Dyslexia Association (dyslexiaida.org) also keeps a provider directory. State-level Decoding Dyslexia groups often have local referral lists based on parent experience. When you contact a tutor, ask for their exact Wilson credential name, when it was earned, and how many students they've taken through the program.

Does Wilson Reading work for adults?

Yes. WRS is used with adults who have dyslexia or persistent reading difficulties, including adults who never got effective instruction as children. The instruction sequence is the same, but pacing can adjust to adult learners. Studies on adult literacy interventions consistently support systematic, explicit phonics instruction. Several literacy organizations and community colleges have Wilson-certified staff serving adult learners specifically.

Can I request Wilson Reading in my child's IEP?

Yes. Under IDEA, an IEP must include specially designed instruction matched to the child's documented needs. You can request that Wilson Reading System be named in the plan, along with the credential level required of the provider, session frequency, and duration. The school must either employ a certified Wilson practitioner, contract one, or explain in writing why a different program is appropriate given the evaluation data. Vague language like 'reading support' won't obligate Wilson specifically.

How is Wilson Reading different from Orton-Gillingham tutoring?

Orton-Gillingham (OG) is a teaching approach, not a single program. Wilson Reading System is one of several programs built on OG principles. Wilson has a scripted, consistent lesson structure and its own certification system, which makes fidelity and quality easier to verify. A certified OG practitioner from AOGPE may offer more individualization. For school-based services where you need to specify credentials, Wilson's structured credential path is easier to reference in an IEP.

What Wilson certification should a tutor have?

At minimum, look for Wilson Reading System Level I or Level II certification for steps 1 to 12 respectively. The Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner (W.D.P.) and Wilson Dyslexia Therapist (W.D.T.) credentials mean more advanced training and supervised hours. For school-based IEP services, ask in writing for the provider's exact credential level. Don't accept services from someone who says they're 'familiar with Wilson' without a specific certification.

How long does it take to complete Wilson Reading System?

The full 12-step program usually takes one to three years at two to four sessions per week, depending on the student's starting point and pace of mastery. Early decoding gains often appear within 3 to 6 months. Fluency with connected text generally takes 6 to 12 months. Students don't move to the next step until they show mastery at the current one, so timelines genuinely vary. Daily reading practice between sessions speeds progress.

Is Wilson Reading covered by insurance or any funding program?

Standard health insurance does not cover educational tutoring. Several paths can cut or erase cost, though: IEP services at school (no cost to family under IDEA), state dyslexia education funds (some states have tuition assistance or scholarships for students with dyslexia), education savings accounts (ESAs) in some states, and some ABLE accounts for eligible students with disabilities. A few nonprofits and foundations also fund tutoring for families who qualify.

What reading level does Wilson Reading start at?

WRS starts at the most basic phoneme-grapheme level, teaching students to blend and segment individual sounds in CVC words. There's no reading level prerequisite. The intake assessment a Wilson-certified practitioner gives determines which step fits a particular student. Some students begin at step 1; those with partial phonics knowledge may start at a later step after assessment.

What happens if Wilson Reading isn't working for my child?

First, check fidelity: is a certified practitioner delivering it at the right frequency? If fidelity is confirmed and gains are still absent after 3 to 6 months, re-examine the original assessment. The child may have other processing issues (working memory, rapid naming, language comprehension) that need different support. A different structured literacy program isn't failure; it's data. Request a meeting with the school team or tutor to review progress monitoring data.

Sources

1. Wilson Language Technologies, Wilson Reading System overview: Wilson Reading System is a structured literacy program based on Orton-Gillingham principles, moving through 12 steps from basic phoneme-grapheme correspondences to multisyllabic words, requiring practitioner certification.
2. What Works Clearinghouse, U.S. Department of Education, Wilson Reading System intervention report: WWC review found positive or potentially positive effects of Wilson Reading System on alphabetics, fluency, and comprehension for beginning readers.
3. National Reading Panel, NICHD, Teaching Children to Read (2000): Systematic, explicit phonics instruction, phonemic awareness training, and fluency practice are consistently supported by the research base underlying structured literacy programs including Wilson.
4. International Dyslexia Association, Knowledge and Practice Standards: The International Dyslexia Association recognizes Wilson Reading System as consistent with its Knowledge and Practice Standards for Educators of Students with Dyslexia.
5. International Dyslexia Association, Tutor/therapist cost guidance and provider directory: Private structured literacy tutors certified in programs like Wilson typically charge $50 to $150 per hour in the United States, varying by location and credential level.
6. U.S. Department of Education, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 20 U.S.C. § 1401: IDEA requires schools to provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to students with qualifying disabilities including specific learning disabilities, defined as 'special education and related services provided at public expense, under public supervision and direction, and without charge' (20 U.S.C. § 1401(9)).
7. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) and IDEA-funded Parent Training and Information Centers: OSERS publishes parent guides on IDEA rights, and Parent Training and Information Centers exist in every state, federally funded under IDEA, to help families understand rights and prepare for IEP meetings at no cost.
8. Wilson Language Technologies, certified provider directory: Wilson Language Technologies maintains an official provider directory where families can search for credentialed Wilson practitioners by location and certification level.
9. Shaywitz, S. & Shaywitz, B., Dyslexia (Specific Reading Disability), Biological Psychiatry, 2005: Structured literacy interventions targeting phonological processing produce measurable neurological and behavioral changes in students with dyslexia, supporting the use of programs like Wilson that explicitly teach sound-symbol relationships.
10. Foorman, B. et al., Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding, IES Practice Guide, 2016: The IES Practice Guide recommends explicit instruction in foundational reading skills including phonological awareness, decoding, and fluency, with strong evidence ratings, consistent with the instructional sequence used in Wilson Reading System.