5 Reasons Teaching Your Kid to Read is Easier Than You Think

And how you can start as early as 18 months old!

#1 The process of learning to read is surprisingly simple.

Unlike skills like walking and talking, kids have to be taught how to read. But the learning process is actually super simple. Your child learns what sounds letters make, they put those sounds together, and then they're reading! 

Bonus: Learning letter sounds is as easy and fun as learning cows "moo" and pigs "oink."

#2 All it takes is 5 minutes a day.

In most schools, teachers aren't able to work with kids one-on-one. But you can! And by giving your child just five minutes of focused attention a day you can get them reading in months, not years. 

Bonus: Kids love getting one-on-one time with a parent, so they'll look forward to learning time. You'll build your relationship while growing their skills! And reading is a skill that dramatically boosts self-esteem, so this is a win-win-win.

#3 You can meet your child where they are.

When kids have a hard time learning to read at school, it's often because the instruction doesn't match their interests or abilities. But you can use what you know about your little one to make learning more effective—and fun!

Bonus: Children learn best through play, which means it's easy to keep even the wiggliest kids interested. And when kids can read, the whole world is opened up to them. That means they can follow their curiosity in a whole new way. Goodbye, boredom!

#4 One success leads to the next—quickly!

With the right instruction, kids' reading skills begin to snowball. So getting that first "win" is crucial.

 

That's why my online courses show you how to build those first skills quickly and easily. After watching some short videos, you'll be ready to jump in and start teaching!

Bonus: After a few lessons with your kid, you’ll feel more confident in your parenting, and they’ll be proud to show off their new skills. Just imagine how much more engaged they'll be in school, too!

#5 You don't need to know everything about reading—or teaching.

With my online courses, you get an easy-to-follow, step-by-step plan and all the resources you need to be successful. You even get to see how it works with real families and real kids, ages 2-7.

Bonus: You also don't need to waste a lot of money on tech, props, and materials. You can teach your child using stuff you have at home, including their favorite toys!

These parents taught their kids to read. 

You can do it, too.

These parents taught their kids to read. You can do it, too.

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Strong readers are more successful in school and beyond.

With my program, you can start and grow your child's reading skills!

Quick-start program - In about an hour, you'll learn everything you need to get started.

Engaging curriculum - Video-based content shows you what and how to teach.

Helpful downloads - Follow the course handouts for learning time success.

Full lesson examples - Watch real videos of real families teaching their kids to read.

Unlimited access - Learn anywhere, anytime, and get free access to future updates.

Quick-start program

In about an hour, you'll learn everything you need to get started.

Engaging curriculum

Video-based content shows you what and how to teach.

Helpful downloads

Follow the course handouts for learning time success.

Full lesson examples

Watch real videos of real families teaching their kids to read.

Unlimited lifetime access

Unlimited access

Learn anywhere, anytime, and get free access to future updates.

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Created by an award-winning educator.

Here's why I'm qualified to help you teach your kids to read:

  • Six years teaching kindergarten and first grade

  • Two years with Teach for America

  • Three years training educators

  • Harriett Ball Excellence in Teaching Award
  • Kinder Excellence in Teaching Award
  • Amherst Commitment to Teaching Award
  • HEB Rising Star Texas Teach of the Year Semi-Finalist

Spencer Russell

3x Award-Winning Educator
Founder of Toddlers CAN Read

Spencer Russell

3x Award-Winning Educator
Founder of Toddlers CAN Read

And here's why I care about helping you teach your kids to read:

‍‍‍When kids read well, they do better in school. Strong academics means more opportunities down the road. More opportunities mean more options. I want your kid to be able to choose their life.

Whatever small role I can play in your little one's success, I'm here for it. Every step of the way.

Meet your child where they are.

Step 1: Learning Sounds

Why letter sounds are every bit as important as letter names

Which sounds to start with

How many sounds to teach at once

What to do when your little one struggles with a sound

When to move on to blending sounds in words

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Step 2: Blending Words

Blending spoken sounds (phonemic awareness)

Blending written words

Tracking your child's progress over time

How to give helpful feedback about mistakes

When to move on to reading books

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Step 3: Reading Rules

How to teach more advanced sounds

How to choose the right books for your little one

When and how to provide cues to prevent reading mistakes

How to correct mistakes without discouraging your child

Which "tricky" words to teach

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The Best Value

Ready to Read 3 Course Bundle

Get everything you need to take your child from Point A to Point Read.

 

Learning Sounds Course ($129.99 value)

Blending Words Course ($129.99 value)

Reading Books Course ($129.99 value)

Free Kid-Proof ABC Flashcards ($19.99 value)

Free Decodable Books ($34.99)

Free Worldwide Shipping ($15-$50+ value)

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If you don’t see progress in as little as 5 minutes/day, we’ll refund the cost of your courses.

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If a course is not the right fit for your child, we’ll switch you into a better course, completely free.

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Common Questions

What if I need additional support?

I love supporting families! After purchasing the course, you can email any time with questions and I’ll be happy to answer.

How do the courses work?

We offer on-demand, video-based courses that you can watch via our online platform or mobile app. 

Each course includes about 90 minutes of instructional video lessons and downloadable handouts to make teaching easier.  As you work through the content, you'll have opportunities to practice what you learn with your child.

Are the courses for me or for my child?

The courses are for YOU and will teach you how to teach your child to read.

Are the courses only for toddler parents?

No. Learning to read is all about STAGE- not AGE. Which means you select a course based on the skills your child has now and what they need to learn next, independent of their age or grade level. My courses help you determine your child's starting place and next steps.

Imagine when your child can read to you.

In less than the time it takes to convince your kid to go to bed, you can learn everything you need to know to teach them how to read.

Then, with just five minutes of practice a day, your little one can learn the letter sounds, put them together... and read.

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