Explode The Code Book 5 (2nd Edition) is part of a structured phonics series designed to strengthen early reading skills through systematic, multisensory instruction based on the Orton-Gillingham approach. It builds on earlier levels by introducing more advanced spelling patterns, word families, and blends while continuing to develop decoding, encoding, and reading fluency through direct practice with multisyllabic words.

• Introduces word endings (-ed with multiple sounds, -ey), word families (all-alk, old-olt-oll, ild-ind), the digraph qu, and 3-letter blends (thr, shr, scr, str, spr, spl)
• Strengthens decoding and encoding skills through blending, word-building, and multisyllabic word practice
• Builds phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, fluency, and comprehension
• Uses consistent, step-by-step lessons with clear, student-friendly directions and black-and-white illustrations
• Progresses from word-level work to sentences, paragraphs, and short reading passages
• Includes review activities and post-tests to assess mastery and track progress