Even Better Together: Core5 and Lexia English Language Development for Minnesota

In Minnesota’s increasingly diverse classrooms, educators need more than a one-size-fits-all literacy tool. They need solutions that adapt to how their students learn and who they are. Many Minnesota school administrators already rely on Lexia® Core5® Reading for its structured and adaptive, science of reading instruction. Now, by adding Lexia English Language Development™, they are unlocking a critical missing piece: oral language practice, syntax development, and academic conversation.

Lexia English is purpose-built to support multilingual students with meaningful practice in listening, speaking, and grammar, all woven into authentic academic content. It transforms language learning from rote to relevant by inviting students to engage in structured conversation across subjects like math, science, and social studies.

When paired, Core5 and Lexia English meet both pillars of literacy success: word recognition and language comprehension. In a recent study, multilingual students using both tools showed significantly higher scores on language and reading assessments than those using neither, demonstrating that this combination matters for real students, not just theoretical outcomes. 

For Minnesota leaders who want literacy programs that deliver equity, evidence, and ease of implementation, Core5 + Lexia English is the answer. It’s a coherent system that boosts language confidence, accelerates reading gains, and aligns with state and national best practices, all in one adaptive solution.