GrapeSEED Overview

The right reason, the right time and the right way.  Welcome to GrapeSEED, an opportunity for a brighter future for so many.

Why GrapeSEED Works

Five platforms combine to make GrapeSEED the best way for children to develop English oral language skills.

GrapeSEED Components

GrapeSEED was created by building on the foundation of carefully integrated platforms: Vertical Phonics, the Functional notional Approach, a Controlled Vocabulary chose specifically for children, Language Art Skills that support the development of oral communication ability, and an opportunity for Repeated Exposure and Practice.

GrapeSEED Evaluation

Understanding the Impact of GrapeSEED: Results from two Indiana schools.

Assessing the efficacy of the GrapeSEED oral-language-acquisition program

Summary of the 2011-2014 Data.

District Case Study

Chambersburg Area School District, Chambersburg, PA

District Spotlight

Melvindale-North Alllen Park Schools Melvindale, MI

WIDA

See how the GrapeSEED design correlates with WIDA.

Shletered Instruction Observation Protocol

See how GrapeSEED aligns with the SIOP model, with best practices for Early Childhood Education and Early Elementary students in mind.

Applying the Science of Reading

The GrapeSEED Curriculum supports oral language proficiency in English Language Learners by offering explicit instruction in phonemic awareness, systematic phonics instruction, and strategies to improve fluency in both speaking and reading.