Explode the Code 8 2E
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- Program and school year
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
- Evidence level
- Official category rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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- Curriculum is authorized with format and availability conditions
PEP-2026-27-AUTHORIZED-CURRICULUM-CONDITIONS
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Product description
Explode the Code 8 advances students through sophisticated phonetic patterns including vowel combinations, silent letters, and multi-syllable word structures. This workbook systematically introduces complex spelling rules like the "ough" pattern in words such as "rough," "through," and "cough," while building skills with prefixes, suffixes, and compound words that upper elementary students encounter in their reading. The second edition maintains the series' proven sequential approach, where each lesson builds directly on previously mastered concepts. Students work through carefully structured exercises that move from sound recognition to reading comprehension, ensuring they can both decode challenging words and understand their meaning in context. The workbook targets students typically in grades 3-4 who have completed the foundational levels and are ready for advanced phonetic instruction. Designed for independent work once initial instruction is provided, the clear layout and consistent format allow students to progress confidently through increasingly complex material. The systematic progression prepares students for the spelling patterns and vocabulary demands they'll encounter in grade-level texts and standardized assessments.
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- Catalog
- FESUA_HomeWorksforBooks
- Source type
- Search
- Link status
- Stepup product link
- Enrichment confidence
- Unknown
Official policy source
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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