Authors: Dr Helen L Breadmore, Dr Emma J Vardy, Dr Anna J Cunningham, Dr Rosa KW Kwok, and Professor Julia M Carroll (Centre for Advances in Behavioural Science, Coventry University).

This review provides an evidence base for decision-making during literacy education. The reviewers identify key skills that must be in place to enable children to reach their optimum potential and highlight where weakness can suggest a need for extra support.