Program Description

"Wit & Wisdom® is a comprehensive K–8 English language arts curriculum crafted to help students build the knowledge and skills they need to be successful readers, exceptional writers, and effective communicators." Furthermore, "Wit & Wisdom was crafted by teachers for teachers. With every lesson founded on exceptional texts, all learners are empowered to tackle the rigor of grade-level content with confidence and joy. Core texts are wide-ranging, varied, and provide a careful balance of literary, informational, and fine arts texts." According to EdReport’s Science of Reading Snapshot, this program addresses 4/5 foundational literacy components for grades 3-5.

Cost

Must contact publisher for pricing.

Intended Population

• Core

Grade

• Elementary School
• Middle School

Intended Group Size

• Any

ELL/DLL

• Full

Multisensory Applications

• Yes

Computer-Based Delivery

• Partial

Scripted

• Instructor Scripted

Comprehensive or Skill Specific

• Comprehensive

Placement Tests

• No

Accelerated Learning

• Unspecified

Assessment to Monitor Skills Mastery

• Yes

Error Correction Built In

• Yes

Fidelity Measures Provided by Publisher

• Unspecified

Research Summary

A doctoral dissertation found that the program's effect differed by grade level. Some grade levels showed an initial decrease in literacy achievement but later improved, while other grades seemed to improve or decline at a steady rate. The publisher reported that schools implementing the curriculum report numerous positive student outcomes, including gains on standardized tests. No peer-reviewed research was found.

Study Citations

Hines, D. M., Jones, T. L., Toyree, L., & McClane, N. R. (2023). Examining the Impact of the Wit & Wisdom Curriculum on Student Achievement and Teacher Instructional Practices. https://doi.org/info:doi/

Evidence Base (ESSA)

• No studies met inclusion requirements

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

• Insufficient evidence

Additional Reviews

• https://www.edreports.org/reports/overview/wit-wisdom-2016