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.