CommonLit vs Reading Plus

CommonLit is a nonprofit literacy provider offering teaching materials and an English language arts program for schools. Its Text Library gives teachers access to thousands of free literary works and texts from diverse and contemporary authors. CommonLit 360 is a full-year, standards-aligned curriculum for grades 6–12, combining reading, writing, speaking, and listening around complete texts and grade-level tasks. It includes three benchmark assessments for tracking students’ reading growth and proficiency during the school year. The materials support literacy development for grades 3–12, while the 360 curriculum covers grades 6–12. Listed integrations include Clever, ClassLink, Canvas, and Google Classroom; Canvas is limited to eligible paid school packages. Google Classroom can import classes and students, post assignments to the class stream, and export scores to the gradebook. The Digital plan is free for teachers and students. School plans are listed at $4,200 a year, $7,200 a year, and $12,800 a year, each with a one-year commitment.

Reading Plus is an adaptive literacy program intended to develop students’ fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, stamina, and motivation. Its InSight assessment measures silent reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and motivation; the maker says it takes about 40 minutes. Assessment data sets a starting level, and instruction adjusts as students progress, including reading level and rate, rereading opportunities, and questions within lessons. Educators can use online instruction, printable worksheets, graphic organizers, video tutorials, and lesson plans for direct teaching and differentiation. Its library contains informational and literary selections. Administrator reports provide school, class, and student views, along with reading progress, benchmark results, and projected growth. Listed use cases include intervention, English learners, special education, enrichment, extended learning, and summer learning. It is accessed online on compatible devices and requires an internet connection. Listed platforms include Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows. Pricing is available from a local representative, and schools and districts can request a demo.