Decodables or controlled texts are an important part of our phonics instruction, just remember to include less controlled texts as well as texts I based on interest. @ReadingShanahan
Some of our students don't know how to identify and manage their emotions.
Some students don't have a positive role model to learn from.
This is why one of the most important parts of our job is social-emotional learning. Some students can't access core content without it. 🙌