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TCM Evidence-Based Research

Discover Teacher Created Materials’ evidence-based curriculum solutions. Explore programs and white papers informed by the Science of Reading and educational research—developed by teachers, for teachers—to build student knowledge through explicit, systematic instruction.

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How Does TCM Use an Evidence-Based Approach?

Teacher Created Materials develops supplemental academic curriculum programs grounded in scientific research and classroom practice. Our evidence-based approach combines the latest findings in education—such as the Science of Reading—with practical strategies created for teachers, by teachers. This ensures that every resource builds student knowledge and skills through explicit, systematic instruction designed to improve learning outcomes.

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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Building Fluency through Reader's Theater

Grades PreK–6

Implement Reader’s Theater to boost fluency and comprehension: schedule weekly repeated readings, assign roles at varied levels, and pair readers. Support ELLs with audio and visuals to build confidence.
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ELA / Literacy
Data Study

Building Fluency through Reader's Theater

Grades PreK–6

Discover how Reader’s Theater raised Grade 5 fluency and increased TAKS pass rates by +25.4 points. Download the data study and adapt the steps for your classroom.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Building Vocabulary

Grades K–11

Get this white paper and discover how Building Vocabulary helps K–5 students decode, understand, and use new words through research-based, roots-first lessons, flexible routines, and supports for ELs and RTI.
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Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching
White Paper

Culturally Authentic and Responsive Texts

Grades K–8

Engage every K–8 learner with culturally authentic, research-based texts and CLR strategies that build literacy, voice, and belonging through flexible read-aloud and discussion routines.
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Early Childhood Education
White Paper

Explore & Learn

Grades VPK, TK, PreK

Explore & Learn is a research-based early childhood curriculum spanning 12 learning blocks—blending play, hands-on, and explicit instruction to build kindergarten readiness.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Fiction Readers

Grades K–5

Download this research-based white paper to see how Fiction Readers builds vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension with guided reading, strategy lessons, and assessments—boosting K–5 literacy results.
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Intervention
White Paper

Focused Instruction: Mathematics Intervention

Grades K–5

This white paper shows how Focused Instruction: Mathematics Intervention (K–8) uses CRA routines, frequent progress checks, and targeted small-group teaching to accelerate math growth and close gaps.
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Intervention
White Paper

Focused Instruction: Reading Intervention

Grades K–5

Inside this research-backed white paper, see how Focused Instruction: Reading Intervention (K–8) uses explicit small-group lessons, progress monitoring, and complex-text practice to lift comprehension.
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Intervention
White Paper

Focused Mathematics Intervention

Grades 6–8

Use this white paper to get insights on how Focused Mathematics Intervention accelerates K–8 math with CRA lessons, progress monitoring, fluency games, and small-group support—closing gaps fast.
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Intervention
Data Study

Focused Mathematics Intervention

Grades 6–8

Actionable data study: Focused Mathematics Intervention lifts scores—avg +23.8% across grades, up to +48.7% in Grade 5—evidence districts can use to convert interest into adoption
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Focused Phonics

Grades K–2

Access this research-backed white paper to see how Focused Phonics delivers explicit, systematic instruction, UFLI-aligned decodables, and progress monitoring to fast-track K–2 decoding and fluency.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Focused Reading Intervention

Grades 6–8

Get this white paper to see how Focused Reading Intervention lifts literacy with explicit lessons, close reading, digital games, and built-in assessments—showing 20%+ gains in a summer study
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Early Childhood Education
White Paper

iCivics Readers

Grades K–5

Explore this white paper on iCivics Readers—TCM’s K–5 program built with iCivics—to boost civics and literacy via high-interest texts, 5-day lessons, and Civics in Action activities that build active citizens.
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At-Home Learning
White Paper

Kids Learn!

Grades PreK–12

Download this white paper to learn how Kids Learn! fights summer slide with 9 weeks of standards-based reading, writing, and math—engaging families and supporting PreK–HS success at home.
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ELL/ESL/ELD
White Paper

Language Power, 2nd Edition

Grades K–8

Grab this white paper to learn how Language Power accelerates K–8 English proficiency with thematic text sets, explicit ELD, and Tier 1–2 evidence—lifting listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
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Mathematics
White Paper

Let’s Talk Math

Grades K–5

Get this white paper to learn how Let’s Talk Math builds problem solvers through high-cognitive-demand tasks and structured discourse—boosting K–5 reasoning, perseverance, and achievement.
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Mathematics
White Paper

Mathematics Readers, 2nd Edition

Grades K–6

Download this white paper to see how Mathematics Readers (2nd Ed.) links literacy and math with real-world problem solving, explicit vocabulary, and differentiated supports—boosting K–8 outcomes.
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White Paper

My Words Readers

Grades PreK–1

This white paper shows how Mathematics Readers (2nd Ed.) blends literacy and math with real-world problem solving, explicit vocabulary, and built-in differentiation to boost K–8 outcomes.
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ELL/ESL/ELD
White Paper

Practicing for Success: ELPAC Essentials

Grades K–8

White paper on Practicing for Success: ELPAC Essentials—how research-based, test-aligned prep across Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing boosts EL outcomes, confidence, and reclassification rates.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Primary Source Readers

Grades K–8

Download this white paper to learn how Primary Source Readers—research-based, leveled nonfiction with authentic primary sources—builds social studies literacy, engages ELLs, and closes achievement gaps.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Science Readers

Grades K–5

Get this white paper to see how Science Readers—research-based, leveled nonfiction with labs and data analysis—integrates science + literacy, differentiates instruction, and boosts test-ready comprehension.
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Science/STEAM
White Paper

Smithsonian® STEAM Readers

Grades K–8

Explore the white paper on Smithsonian® STEAM Readers—NGSS-aligned texts, STEAM Challenges, and digital tools that boost literacy, inquiry, and engagement across K–8. Drive better outcomes now.
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Intervention
White Paper

Summer Scholars: Language Arts

Grades 1–8

Download this white paper to see how Summer Scholars: Language Arts uses Tier 1–2, research-based practices to curb summer slide, build fluency & comprehension, and get students ready for the next grade.
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Intervention
White Paper

Summer Scholars: Mathematics

Grades 1–8

Grab this white paper to see how Summer Scholars: Mathematics curbs summer slide with explicit instruction, fluency games, STEAM challenges, and built-in assessments—boosting readiness fast.
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At-Home Learning
White Paper

Take-Home Backpacks

Get this white paper to see how Take-Home Backpacks combat summer slide with Kids Learn! books, 4 high-interest titles, and a Family Engagement Guide—boosting readiness and family support.
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Intervention
White Paper

TIME for Kids® Exploring Reading

Grades K–6

Get the white paper to see how Exploring Reading—a yearlong, research-based intervention with explicit strategy instruction, diverse texts, and proven gains—builds K–5 fluency, comprehension, and confidence.
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Intervention
Data Study

TIME for Kids® Exploring Reading

Grades K–6

Data study for Exploring Reading shows boosted results—passing rates rose 13%→52% (+39 pts); 4+ units hit 79%, driving rollout to 43 schools. Proof that converts prospects into pilots and adoptions.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

TIME for Kids® Nonfiction Readers

Grades K–8

Download this white paper to see how TIME For Kids® Nonfiction Readers—research-based, leveled nonfiction with rich text features, assessments, and ELL supports—builds vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
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ELA / Literacy
Data Study

TIME for Kids® Nonfiction Readers

Grades K–8

Data study: Milwaukee field test of TIME for Kids Nonfiction Readers delivered 1.2 grade-level gains in 6 months (Grade 2) and 100% teacher approval—evidence that converts interest into adoption.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Untold Stories

Grades K–5

Get the white paper to learn how Untold Stories drives K–12 literacy—authentic, diverse texts, SEL integration, and turnkey lessons that engage students, build cultural awareness, and deliver results.
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ELA / Literacy
White Paper

Write TIME FOR KIDS®

Grades K–8

Download the white paper to see how Write TIME For Kids builds K–12 writing through mentor texts, close reading, 6+1 Traits, and a full writing-process workshop—boosting achievement fast.
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