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How important are supplemental language arts materials?We surveyed hundreds of public school teachers, educators, specialists, principals, and administrators from 45 states to find out. 100% of educators agree that phonics and vocabulary are important elements of learning to read and that students can ALWAYS use more practice in grammar and writing.Why do teachers like supplemental materials?1. They are effective practice and teaching tools2. For use as part of a tiered system of support and intervention3. To support a core reading program4. For tutoringWhen do schools evaluate supplemental language arts materials?50% of schools evaluate new language arts supplemental materials when current ones no longer meet student needs.Who uses them? 56%use grammar materials61%use a vocabulary supplement62%use a writing program 78%use a phonics programThe above statistics are extracted from a study commissioned by Loyola Press and conducted by an independent research firm.