Which statement about decodable texts in decoding instruction is most accurate?

• A. They should be avoided to prevent frustration
• B. They provide practice with decodable text that matches taught patterns
• C. They are only for advanced readers
• D. They replace systematic phonics instruction

Answer: (B)

Decodable texts are designed to give students practice reading words that follow the phonics skills they’ve just learned. By using texts whose words are built from known sound-symbol patterns, learners can apply blending and decoding strategies with minimal guessing and frustration. This supports gradual, controlled practice within a real reading context. They are not only for advanced readers, and they do not replace systematic phonics instruction; instead, they complement it by providing applied practice that reinforces taught patterns. Therefore, the statement that decodable texts provide practice with decodable text that matches taught patterns is the most accurate.