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Tier 2 Intervention

What is Just Words®

Just Words is a Tier 2 intervention program grounded in the science of reading—empowering teachers to accelerate progress for students in grades 4-12 with mild to moderate word-level deficits.

How Just Words fits into Wilson’s tiered approach

The Right Instruction at the Right Time

Just Words is part of a complete Structured Literacy solution. It works alongside Fundations® (Tier 1) and the Wilson Reading System® (Tier 3) to help all learners succeed. Each Wilson® program is grounded in the science of reading—supporting evidence-based instruction across all three tiers.

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A pyramid divided into thirds; the base colored gold and labeled as Tier 1: Universal Instruction, Fundations®. The middle section is divided in half, the left side gold, the right side purple; it's labeled as Tier 2: Targeted, Group Interventions, Fundations® & Just Words®. The top of the pyrmaid is blue and labeled as Tier 3: Intensive, Individualized Interventions, Wilson Reading System®
What’s Included

Everything You Need to Get Started

Just Words provides all the tools educators need for effective implementation, including comprehensive teacher materials and student resources.

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Evidence of Program Effectiveness

Results That Speak for Themselves

Studies have demonstrated significant improvements in literacy skills for students using Just Words compared to standard instruction. Recent research shows that the program is highly effective at helping students close word-level reading gaps, even with limited daily instructional time. These gains were consistent across grade levels and student demographics. 

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Significant Growth in Key Literacy Skills

  • 1+ year growth for grades 4–8
  • Nearly 2 years’ growth in 1 year for high school students
  • Gains in real word reading, spelling, and pseudoword decoding (WIST)

Gains in Reading Fluency

  • Improved word-reading accuracy and speed (TOSWRF-2)
  • Fluency gains support reading comprehension
  • Students read more confidently across content areas

Equal Impact Across Demographics

  • ELLs, students with IEPs, and those receiving Free/Reduced Lunch made equal gains
  • Achievement gaps narrowed in decoding and spelling
  • Effective for diverse Tier 2 populations

REAL STORIES, REAL IMPACT

Discover how educators are transforming literacy instruction in their classrooms with Just Words. 

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What Educators Are Saying

“Just Words® has helped me become more diligent in how I scaffold my instruction. The program is structured in a way that allows me to focus on the specific areas where students need reinforcement, which has made a big difference in their progress.” — Colleen M., Reading Teacher, NY 

“Just Words®’ structured, systematic approach provided a lifeline for struggling readers, showing them that the English language has a structure and logic that could be learned and mastered.” — Sarah H., Reading Specialist, PA 

“Just Words® explicitly teaches students what they need to know to be successful. I have seen improvements in reading and writing, but the biggest thing for me is the boost I see in their self-esteem and that they see themselves as readers.” — Renee M., Reading Specialist, AZ 

“Just Words® feels like the most important thing I’m doing to help my students close the gap. I won’t give it up or stop fighting for the time in the schedule needed to implement it.” — Christy D., Learning Support Teacher, PA 

“Just Words® takes a lot of the guesswork out of teaching and preparing and integrates the science of reading. I love having an explicit and well-designed program to be able to use.” — Julia V., EC Coordinator, NC 

Getting Started with Just Words

Support Every Step of the Way

Wilson provides comprehensive training and resources to ensure successful implementation of Just Words.

  • Just Words Virtual Launch Workshops 
  • Wilson Academy® Learning Community 
  • Virtual Implementation Support 
  • Demonstration Sites with On-Site Coaching 
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