The Explode The Code Placement Test is a quick assessment designed to help teachers place their students in the appropriate level of the Explode The Code series. The tests assess the skills presented in the Explode The Code series.

The results of the tests can also point to specific skill areas where students need improvement. This resource provides a description of four tests and two that are optional along with instructions for administration, scoring, and analysis. Reproducible test forms and summary sheets are included.

Skills Addressed

• Primer-level tests assess phonemic awareness and sound-letter correspondence
• Elementary and intermediate level tests assess spelling and reading
• Optional tests assess word identification and syllabication