Empower Every Child to Read with Confidence
The Heart of Reading is a transformative literacy solution that bridges the gap between theory and practice. It empowers students to become confident readers while equipping educators with the essential science and "art" of reading instruction for an engaging and effective learning experience.
Learning to read is more than a science; it's an art.
The "art" of reading involves applying the science of reading while also adapting to the unique nuances of each student's learning journey. It requires embracing flexibility and creativity to connect with each child and inspire a genuine love for reading.
Why The Heart of Reading?
Evidence-Based Instruction
Grounded in cutting-edge research and proven practices.
Comprehensive Scope
A comprehensive, integrated approach that seamlessly encompasses phonological awareness, reading, spelling, handwriting, comprehension, vocabulary, and more.
User-Friendly Materials
An all-in-one resource that is intuitive and straightforward, making it easy for both teachers and students to navigate.
Differentiation and Flexibility
Flexible and customizable organization that adapts to meet the unique needs of each student in diverse settings.
Teacher Training
Comprehensive training resources that empower teachers with the knowledge and skills to implement strategies effectively.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Dynamic assessment tools that seamlessly monitor student progress and drive targeted instruction.
Who Is This For?
Students
Primarily designed with a student-centered approach to meet their learning needs.
Educators
Accessible for teachers and interventionists to implement effectively.
Support Personnel
Suitable for tutors, parents, and volunteers to assist in student learning.
Diverse Learners
Ideal for anyone learning to read, with a special emphasis on supporting students with learning disabilities.
About Us
The Heart of Reading is a structured literacy curriculum designed to make reading accessible and enjoyable for every child and teacher. It is a one-of-kind curriculum that not only teaches students how to read but also teaches educators the science and the “art”of teaching reading. Bridging the gap between research on effective reading instruction and the practical "how-to" of teaching, The Heart of Reading is the reading curriculum we teachers have been looking for to take away the intimidating and overwhelming feelings that can often come when trying to teach students to read.
Testimonials
The Heart of Reading curriculum has been the best tool that I have used as a teacher to help my students learn how to read and write. It provides everything you need to give a high quality lesson.
Daniela Carrillo
The Heart of Reading is an invaluable resource for educators, offering practical strategies to enhance students’ literacy skills while fostering their confidence.
Katherine von Rosenberg
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Got questions?
Yes, Yes, Yes. The Heart of Reading is designed specifically for students with dyslexia, following Orton-Gillingham principles with structured, systematic, and multisensory instruction at its core. It’s crafted to address the unique challenges of dyslexic learners, with the goal of empowering them to become skilled readers and experience the joys of reading, despite the challenges they may face.
Absolutely! The Heart of Reading is firmly rooted in the latest research while also drawing from real classroom experience. It goes beyond traditional methods, incorporating strategies proven to work for students who didn’t respond to standard research-based approaches. While research drives the program, its true foundation is built on addressing students' needs and discovering what truly works in practice.
The Heart of Reading is truly comprehensive, covering every essential skill for reading. With meticulous alignment and sequencing, it addresses phonological awareness, capital letter naming, sound production, handwriting, morphology, grammar, syntax, semantics, and vocabulary—ensuring a complete, integrated approach to literacy.
The Heart of Reading is assessment-driven, allowing teachers to tailor lessons to each student’s unique needs. With adaptable components and a variety of strategies, it offers flexible skill application to effectively engage and support diverse student profiles.
You bet! The Heart of Reading is intentionally designed for simplicity and ease of use. The teacher book seamlessly aligns with the companion student lessons, featuring clear scripts and predictable patterns. This ensures that students know exactly where to focus, making the learning process smooth and effective.
Book A lays the groundwork for reading success by fostering essential pre-reading and language skills. Tailored for young learners in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade, it is also an invaluable resource for any age who need extra support, especially those identified as at risk for dyslexia. Emphasizing the critical role of early intervention, Book A empowers students to confidently embark on their reading journey.
Book A includes 44 lessons, each focused on a specific letter stroke, introduced in a kid-friendly way. As students master each stroke, they unlock new letters, progressing systematically through the alphabet toward mastery.
Absolutely! The Heart of Reading provides comprehensive assessment tools, including initial and final Skill Inventories to track progress. Four strategically placed Learning Checkpoints help ensure mastery, with teacher protocols, student response sheets, detailed teacher reports, and custom parent reports to communicate and guide effective instruction every step of the way.
The Heart of Reading curriculum package includes a comprehensive teacher handbook and a companion student guide. These two essential resources work in tandem, so they must be purchased together. If you have multiple students, you can easily purchase additional student guidebooks to ensure everyone benefits from the curriculum.
Yes, it is designed to be adapted to multiple settings from one-on-one, small group to whole group.
The Heart of Reading enhances student engagement by activating over 20 learning pathways through multisensory approaches. Research shows that engaged students retain information better, and our curriculum captures their interest with kid-friendly language and captivating stories, fostering a deeper connection to the material for long-term retention.
We believe in training that is accessible for ALL educators. With the purchase of every teacher book, you receive one year of free access to online training courses full of information to help you seamlessly navigate and adapt The Heart of Reading to meet each student’s needs. The training is FREE Orton Gillingham-based Science of Reading training and it is invaluable. The training online is self-paced and completion is not required to be able to purchase The Heart of Reading materials.
Nope! The Heart of Reading features a clear design and organized scripts that make it incredibly user-friendly for everyone. We believe that teaching a child to read shouldn't require advanced degrees or certifications. This curriculum is crafted for anyone, anywhere in the world, empowering them to make a significant impact on a child's reading journey.
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