Texas has combined innovative uses of technology, an effective communications strategy, and a multitiered approach, and enjoyed great success in its execution of Reading First. In fact, some education leaders now view Texas as a model for other states to adhere to in their own implementation of the program. In this article, the author describes how Texas successfully implements Reading First throughout the state. As it moves forward with Reading First, Texas is likely to run into plenty of challenges along the way. By sticking to a few key guiding principles, the state hopes to keep matters running smoothly between itself and the school districts.