The Test of Word Reading Efficiency–Second Edition (TOWRE–2) is a measure of an individual’s ability to pronounce printed words (Sight Word Efficiency) and phonemically regular nonwords (Phonemic Decoding Efficiency) accurately and fluently. Because it can be administered very quickly, the test provides an efficient means of monitoring the growth of two kinds of word reading skills that are critical in the development of overall reading ability.

The Sight Word Efficiency (SWE) subtest assesses the number of real words printed in vertical lists that an individual can accurately identify within 45 seconds.

The Phonemic Decoding Efficiency (PDE) subtest measures the number of pronounceable nonwords presented in vertical lists that an individual can accurately decode within 45 seconds.

Each of the two subtests of the TOWRE–2 has four alternate forms, A through D. The four forms of each subtest are of equivalent difficulty, and any of the forms of each subtest may be given depending on the purposes of the assessment. If only one form of each test is used, the test can be administered in approximately 5 minutes, including time for directions and practice items.

Complete TOWRE–2 Kit Includes: Examiner’s Manual, Form A Word Cards, Form B Word Cards, Form C Word Cards, Form D Word Cards, 25 Form A Examiner Record Booklets, 25 Form B Examiner Record Booklets, and 25 Response to Intervention Booklets, all in a sturdy storage box.