Connect Theory to Practice: The Core5 and LETRS Crosswalk

Connect Theory to Practice: The Core5 and LETRS Crosswalk

When educators pair deep pedagogical knowledge with evidence-aligned instructional tools, student literacy transforms. To support this powerful combination, we feature the Lexia Core5 Reading and LETRS Crosswalk document.

This resource maps exactly how the student-facing program in Core5 correspond to the professional learning concepts introduced in LETRS. Together, these programs reinforce the science of reading, turning essential literacy theory into daily classroom success.

Key Takeaways from the Crosswalk

• Aligned to the Science of Reading: Both programs explicitly center on evidence-based literacy instruction to build strong, proficient readers.

• Theory Meets Practice: The crosswalk shows you exactly where Core5 units provide the practical application for the language and literacy concepts learned in LETRS.

• Equity Through Literacy: Providing every student with systematic, proven reading instruction creates an equitable learning environment where all learners can thrive.

• Empowered Educators: Combining your teaching expertise with structured instructional tools ensures highly effective daily lessons.

• Data-Driven Success: Core5 data helps you pinpoint exact student needs, making your instructional decisions precise and targeted.

Pro-Tips: How to Use This Resource

• Targeted Lesson Planning: Look at the crosswalk before introducing a new literacy concept in class. Use the mapped Core5 levels to see exactly when the student program introduces the skill, then use corresponding Lexia Lessons® for your small-group instruction.

• Onboarding and Mentorship: Share the crosswalk with new teachers or long-term substitutes who are currently taking LETRS training. It gives them an instant, practical roadmap for how their professional learning connects to daily classroom tools.

• Smarter Intervention Planning: When myLexia reports show that a student needs additional instruction, use the crosswalk to trace the skill back to its foundational roots in LETRS. This helps you identify the exact phonetic or linguistic gap to target.

• Paraprofessional and Tutor Alignment: Provide the crosswalk to reading interventionists, tutors, or paraprofessionals. It helps ensure that everyone supporting your students uses the same evidence-aligned terminology and instructional focus.

• Family Communication: Use the crosswalk concepts to explain the "why" behind your reading instruction during conferences. It helps you share with families how classroom instruction and digital practice work together to build strong readers.