Fluency Flight Progress Packet
IEP Progress Monitoring Packet
Fluency & Comprehension • Grade 2 Instructional Level
5-Trial Monitoring Cycle
Student:
Grade: 3rd Grade (SpEd)
Reading Level: 2nd Grade (Instructional)
Case Manager:
Baseline Rate: ____ WCPM
Target Benchmark: 50 WCPM (4 of 5 Trials)
Annual IEP Goal Statement: When given an unfamiliar 2nd-grade level reading passage (80–100 words), student will read aloud at a rate of at least 50 words correct per minute (WCPM) with at least 95% decoding accuracy and correctly answer 2 of 3 comprehension questions in 4 out of 5 consecutive progress monitoring trials.
Visual Fluency Progress Chart (WCPM)
50 WCPM Goal Line | Shade bars or plot points per trial
GOAL: 50 WCPM
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| Trial | Date | Passage Title | Words Read | Errors | WCPM | Accuracy | Comp (/3) | Goal Met? |
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| 1 | ___/___/___ | The Lost Little Fox | | | | % | / 3 | [ ] Y [ ] N |
| 2 | ___/___/___ | Campfire Night | | | | % | / 3 | [ ] Y [ ] N |
| 3 | ___/___/___ | A Super Pet | | | | % | / 3 | [ ] Y [ ] N |
| 4 | ___/___/___ | The Treehouse Club | | | | % | / 3 | [ ] Y [ ] N |
| 5 | ___/___/___ | The Big Mud Race | | | | % | / 3 | [ ] Y [ ] N |
Goal Mastery Criterion: At least 50 WCPM on 4 out of 5 consecutive trials.
Trials Met: __ / 5 [ ] MASTERED
Timing: Exactly 60 seconds Hesitation: Provide word after 3 sec (mark error) Self-Correction: Within 3 sec = correct
Page 1 • IEP Progress Overview
TRIAL 1
Teacher Scoring Protocol • The Lost Little Fox
Grade 2 Readability • 98 Words
Directions: Start timer on first word. Slash ( / ) errors. Put bracket ( ] ) after last word at 60s.
Goal: ≥50 WCPM
Pip was a little red fox with big bushy ears.[ 10]
One cool morning, Pip chased a yellow bug into the woods.[ 21]
He ran past the tall pine trees.[ 28]
He jumped over a mossy log.[ 34]
Soon, Pip looked around and stopped.[ 40]
The woods were very quiet and dim.[ 47]
Pip did not know the way back to his den.[ 57] ★ 50 WCPM Goal
He sat down on the dry leaves and gave a soft bark.[ 69]
Suddenly, he heard twigs snap.[ 74]
Mother Fox stepped out from behind a bush.[ 82]
She rubbed Pip’s nose with her warm chin.[ 90]
Pip was safe and happy to go home.[ 98]
Words Read: ______
- Errors: ______
= WCPM: ______
Accuracy %: ____ %
Mispronounced: ____
Omissions: ____
Hesitations (>3s): ____
Self-Corrections: ____
Comprehension Check (Ask Orally) Target: 2 of 3 Correct
1. Literal: What was Pip chasing into the deep woods?
Expected Answer: A yellow bug.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
2. Cause/Effect: Why did Pip stop running and give a soft bark?
Expected Answer: He was lost / didn't know the way to his den.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
3. Inference: How did Pip feel when Mother Fox found him?
Expected Answer: Safe, happy, or relieved.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
Examiner Notes / Observations:
Examiner Initials: _________ | Date: ___/___/___ Page 2 • Teacher Protocol (Trial 1)
TRIAL 2
Teacher Scoring Protocol • Campfire Night
Grade 2 Readability • 95 Words
Directions: Start timer on first word. Slash ( / ) errors. Put bracket ( ] ) after last word at 60s.
Goal: ≥50 WCPM
Sam and his dad set up a small green tent.[ 10]
The sun went down behind the rocky hill.[ 18]
Dad stacked dry sticks in the round stone pit.[ 27]
He struck a match, and a bright flame jumped up.[ 37]
The orange fire crackled and gave off gentle heat.[ 46]
Sam toasted a sweet white marshmallow on a long stick.[ 56] ★ 50 WCPM Goal
It turned golden brown and sticky.[ 62]
An owl hooted from a branch high in the dark sky.[ 73]
Sparks danced up like tiny stars.[ 79]
Sam smiled and pulled his warm jacket close.[ 87]
It was the best night of the summer.[ 95]
Words Read: ______
- Errors: ______
= WCPM: ______
Accuracy %: ____ %
Mispronounced: ____
Omissions: ____
Hesitations (>3s): ____
Self-Corrections: ____
Comprehension Check (Ask Orally) Target: 2 of 3 Correct
1. Literal: What color was Sam and his dad's tent?
Expected Answer: Green (a small green tent).
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
2. Detail: What bird hooted from a high branch in the dark sky?
Expected Answer: An owl.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
3. Inference: How do you know Sam enjoyed his camping trip?
Expected Answer: Smiled, toasted marshmallows, or said it was the best night of summer.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
Examiner Notes / Observations:
Examiner Initials: _________ | Date: ___/___/___ Page 3 • Teacher Protocol (Trial 2)
TRIAL 3
Teacher Scoring Protocol • A Super Pet
Grade 2 Readability • 95 Words
Directions: Start timer on first word. Slash ( / ) errors. Put bracket ( ] ) after last word at 60s.
Goal: ≥50 WCPM
Mia wanted a fun pet to keep in her room.[ 10]
A barking dog was too big for her small house.[ 20]
A sleepy cat made her brother sneeze.[ 27]
Then, Mia saw a little brown hamster at the pet shop.[ 38]
The hamster had tiny paws and black button eyes.[ 47]
He spun quickly on a red wire wheel.[ 55] ★ 50 WCPM Goal
Mia named him Peanut because he was so small.[ 64]
Peanut liked to stuff sunflower seeds in his chubby cheeks.[ 74]
Every afternoon, Mia fed Peanut fresh greens.[ 81]
Peanut was the very best pet for Mia.[ 89]
She watched him play until bedtime.[ 95]
Words Read: ______
- Errors: ______
= WCPM: ______
Accuracy %: ____ %
Mispronounced: ____
Omissions: ____
Hesitations (>3s): ____
Self-Corrections: ____
Comprehension Check (Ask Orally) Target: 2 of 3 Correct
1. Literal: Why couldn't Mia get a sleepy cat?
Expected Answer: It made her brother sneeze (allergies).
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
2. Detail: Why did Mia decide to name the hamster Peanut?
Expected Answer: Because he was so small.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
3. Recall: What kind of seeds did Peanut like to stuff in his cheeks?
Expected Answer: Sunflower seeds.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
Examiner Notes / Observations:
Examiner Initials: _________ | Date: ___/___/___ Page 4 • Teacher Protocol (Trial 3)
TRIAL 4
Teacher Scoring Protocol • The Treehouse Club
Grade 2 Readability • 96 Words
Directions: Start timer on first word. Slash ( / ) errors. Put bracket ( ] ) after last word at 60s.
Goal: ≥50 WCPM
Leo and Ben built a secret fort in the oak tree.[ 11]
Their grandfather gave them sturdy wooden boards and silver nails.[ 21]
They spent three sunny days hammering and sawing wood.[ 30]
Leo made a wooden sign that said Club Members Only.[ 40]
Ben hung a yellow rope ladder from a thick branch.[ 50] ★ 50 WCPM Goal
They pulled the rope up when they climbed inside.[ 59]
Inside, they kept comic books and two plastic flashlights.[ 68]
From high up, the neighborhood looked small and peaceful.[ 77]
The cool breeze blew through the open window hole.[ 86]
The boys shared crisp red apples in their special fort.[ 96]
Words Read: ______
- Errors: ______
= WCPM: ______
Accuracy %: ____ %
Mispronounced: ____
Omissions: ____
Hesitations (>3s): ____
Self-Corrections: ____
Comprehension Check (Ask Orally) Target: 2 of 3 Correct
1. Literal: Who gave Leo and Ben sturdy boards and silver nails?
Expected Answer: Their grandfather.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
2. Detail: What did Leo's wooden sign say?
Expected Answer: "Club Members Only".
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
3. Inference: Why did the boys pull the rope ladder up once inside?
Expected Answer: To keep it secret / private for club members only.
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
Examiner Notes / Observations:
Examiner Initials: _________ | Date: ___/___/___ Page 5 • Teacher Protocol (Trial 4)
TRIAL 5
Teacher Scoring Protocol • The Big Mud Race
Final Monitoring Trial • 99 Words
Rain poured down on the school field all morning.[ 9]
By recess, the grass was soaked with slippery brown mud.[ 19]
Coach Clark set up six bright orange cones in a row.[ 30]
Four runners lined up at the chalk starting mark.[ 39]
When the whistle blew, Maya bolted across the slick turf.[ 49] ★ ~50 WCPM Goal
Mud splashed high onto her yellow rubber boots.[ 57]
Another runner slipped, but Maya kept her balance.[ 65]
She leaped over a wide puddle near the finish cone.[ 75]
Maya crossed the line first and raised her muddy hands.[ 85]
Her teammates cheered loudly from the dry sidewalk.[ 93]
It was a messy, thrilling victory![ 99]
Words Read: ______
- Errors: ______
= WCPM: ______
Accuracy %: ____ %
Comprehension Check: Goal: 2 of 3
1. Maya's boots?
Key: Yellow rubber boots
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
2. Obstacle leaped?
Key: A wide puddle
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
3. Celebration?
Key: Raised muddy hands
[ ] Corr [ ] Incorr
Qualitative Reading Behaviors Rubric (Cycle Synthesis)
Pacing & Phrasing:
[ ] Word-by-word reading, halts frequently
[ ] Reads in 2–3 word phrases; emerging rhythm
[ ] Smooth phrasing, respects punctuation
Expression & Intonation (Prosody):
[ ] Monotonic voice throughout
[ ] Inconsistent inflection at sentence ends
[ ] Expressive voice matching story mood
Error Patterns Noted:
[ ] Consonant blends / digraphs (sn, cr, th)
[ ] Vowel teams / silent-e word endings
[ ] Multi-syllable word breakdowns
Self-Monitoring Behaviors:
[ ] Does not notice decoding errors
[ ] Pauses on errors but cannot self-correct
[ ] Automatically re-reads to restore meaning
Final 5-Trial Mastery Determination:
Overall Status: [ ] Goal Mastered (4/5 trials ≥50 WCPM) [ ] Progressing Trials Met: ____ / 5
Recommendations / Next Steps: ______________________________________________________________________________
Evaluator Signature: _________________________________________ Page 6 • Teacher Protocol (Trial 5 & Summary)
Student Reading Copy
Trial 1 • Reading Passage
Name:
Date:
Passage 1
The Lost Little Fox
Pip was a little red fox with big bushy ears. One cool morning, Pip chased a yellow bug into the woods. He ran past the tall pine trees. He jumped over a mossy log. Soon, Pip looked around and stopped. The woods were very quiet and dim.
Pip did not know the way back to his den. He sat down on the dry leaves and gave a soft bark. Suddenly, he heard twigs snap. Mother Fox stepped out from behind a bush. She rubbed Pip’s nose with her warm chin. Pip was safe and happy to go home.
Take your time, read each word carefully, and do your best reading!
Student Reading Copy
Trial 2 • Reading Passage
Name:
Date:
Passage 2
Campfire Night
Sam and his dad set up a small green tent. The sun went down behind the rocky hill. Dad stacked dry sticks in the round stone pit. He struck a match, and a bright flame jumped up. The orange fire crackled and gave off gentle heat.
Sam toasted a sweet white marshmallow on a long stick. It turned golden brown and sticky. An owl hooted from a branch high in the dark sky. Sparks danced up like tiny stars. Sam smiled and pulled his warm jacket close. It was the best night of the summer.
Read with your storyteller voice and remember to breathe at periods!
Student Reading Copy
Trial 3 • Reading Passage
Name:
Date:
Passage 3
A Super Pet
Mia wanted a fun pet to keep in her room. A barking dog was too big for her small house. A sleepy cat made her brother sneeze. Then, Mia saw a little brown hamster at the pet shop. The hamster had tiny paws and black button eyes.
He spun quickly on a red wire wheel. Mia named him Peanut because he was so small. Peanut liked to stuff sunflower seeds in his chubby cheeks. Every afternoon, Mia fed Peanut fresh greens. Peanut was the very best pet for Mia. She watched him play until bedtime.
Smooth and steady reading is super reading! You've got this!
Student Reading Copy
Trial 4 • Reading Passage
Name:
Date:
Passage 4
The Treehouse Club
Leo and Ben built a secret fort in the oak tree. Their grandfather gave them sturdy wooden boards and silver nails. They spent three sunny days hammering and sawing wood. Leo made a wooden sign that said Club Members Only.
Ben hung a yellow rope ladder from a thick branch. They pulled the rope up when they climbed inside. Inside, they kept comic books and two plastic flashlights. From high up, the neighborhood looked small and peaceful. The cool breeze blew through the open window hole. The boys shared crisp red apples in their special fort.
Climbing higher every time! Keep your eyes moving across the lines!
Student Reading Copy
Trial 5 • Reading Passage
Name:
Date:
Passage 5
The Big Mud Race
Rain poured down on the school field all morning. By recess, the grass was soaked with slippery brown mud. Coach Clark set up six bright orange cones in a row. Four runners lined up at the chalk starting mark.
When the whistle blew, Maya bolted across the slick turf. Mud splashed high onto her yellow rubber boots. Another runner slipped, but Maya kept her balance. She leaped over a wide puddle near the finish cone. Maya crossed the line first and raised her muddy hands. Her teammates cheered loudly from the dry sidewalk. It was a messy, thrilling victory!
My 50-Word Reading Mountain!
Color in a star each time you reach 50 words per minute!
Target: 4 of 5 Stars!
Trial 1 Words:
Trial 2 Words:
Trial 3 Words:
Trial 4 Words:
Trial 5 Words:
Super Reader Goal: Reach 4 out of 5 stars to celebrate your reading growth!
Great job tracking your reading growth! • Page 11
