ABCs to Reading™ — Built on the Science of Reading. Made for Every Child.
When your little one steps into preschool or kindergarten, that’s a big move for everyone—so let’s send them in ready. Grab our free Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness Checklist and set the stage with simple, joyful routines from ABCs to Reading: Cornerstone. We’ll show you easy ways to learn letter names and sounds, plus how to read aloud engaging picture books so your child starts building real skills—right at home, a few minutes at a time.
Ignite Early Literacy Success with ABC's to Reading
Every child deserves to discover the joy of reading — and it all starts with the ABCs.
ABCs to Reading™ is The Reading Alliance’s signature early-literacy program designed to help children master foundational reading skills using evidence-based methods aligned with the Science of Reading. Through songs, games, and hands-on activities, young learners build strong connections between letters, sounds, and meaning, setting the stage for lifelong literacy.
What Makes ABCs to Reading Different
Unlike generic phonics programs, ABCs to Reading™ was developed by educators and reading specialists who understand how children actually learn to read — especially in under-resourced and multilingual communities.
Our curriculum combines explicit phonics instruction, play-based learning, and culturally relevant content, creating a classroom experience that’s both joyful and effective.
Key Features:
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Phonics, Phonemic Awareness, and Fluency — grounded in the Science of Reading
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Music & Movement-Based Learning — boosts engagement and memory
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Structured Lesson Plans — perfect for classrooms, microschools, and at-home instruction
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Designed for Literacy Instructional Assistants (LIAs) — supports peer-led small groups
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Tiered Program Levels — Cornerstone (Pre-K), Learn to Read (Kindergarten–1st), and Capstone (1st–2nd)
🌱 How It Works — Grounded in the ROOTS of Learning™
ROOTS of Learning™ is The Reading Alliance’s evidence-based professional development framework for PreK–3rd grade educators. Grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), ROOTS helps teachers nurture the conditions every child needs to become a confident reader.
The model centers five core principles — Resilience, Opportunity, Observation, Training, and Self-Belief — each designed to strengthen both instructional practice and student growth. Through hands-on learning, coaching, and classroom modeling, ROOTS empowers educators to close early literacy gaps and cultivate a love for reading that lasts a lifetime.
For Schools, Parents, and Microschools
ABCs to Reading is available in flexible formats to fit your learning environment:
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Classroom Edition — full curriculum kit for schools and programs
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Home Edition — family kit with all materials for parent-led learning
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Microschool Bundle — complete setup for small-group instruction
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Learn with Mosi™ — AI-powered tutoring companion that brings the lessons to life, coming soon.
Proven Results in Early Literacy
Schools using ABCs to Reading report:
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75% of learners mastering letter-sound correspondence in 4–6 weeks
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Noticeable improvement in decoding and reading confidence
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Stronger engagement from boys and multilingual learners
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Greater retention of skills through movement and rhythm-based learning
Our program aligns with Arizona’s Literacy Standards and national early literacy frameworks — ensuring compliance and impact from day one.
Join the Movement Build Readers for Life
From Phoenix classrooms to homeschool living rooms, ABCs to Reading is transforming how children learn to read — one sound, one word, one story at a time.
Partner with The Reading Alliance™ to bring ABCs to Reading to your school, district, or home.