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Connecting letters with their sounds to read and write is called the alphabetic principle. This Alphabet Sound Card (with a Kiwiana theme) can be used for teaching students letter names and sounds.  The sound card can be used as a tool on tables for...

Dyslexia Check Chart: Schools Best Practice (Free Download) A practical self-review tool designed to help schools evaluate how well they are set up to support learners with dyslexia. This check chart guides leaders and teaching teams to reflect on key elements of effective, evidence-based...

Dyslexia Factsheet NZ (Free Download) A clear, evidence-based overview of dyslexia designed to build understanding and support informed practice in New Zealand classrooms. This comprehensive factsheet outlines what dyslexia is, common indicators, and key characteristics, along with practical guidance to support early identification and...

Dyslexia is a lifelong language-based learning difference. Our Dyslexia Infographic is a FREE informative resource designed to help raise awareness. It outlines common indicators of dyslexia, challenges individuals with dyslexia face and other valuable information. Get yours now to increase your knowledge around Dyslexia...

Our Glossary of Literacy Terms is designed to assist you in gaining a firm grasp of the key terminology associated with Structured Literacy. Within this resource, you will find each term accompanied by its definition and an example, all of which are aimed at...

In addition to the Alphabet Sound Card which includes a handwriting formation prompt for lowercase letters, we have developed individual letter sheets with both lower and uppercase letters for explicit, multisensory teaching of letter formation and sound-to-symbol relationships.  These sheets also utilise the sky/grass/dirt arrangement which...

High leverage teaching practices FREE poster download. High leverage teaching practices stem from elements of explicit instruction; they bring the art of explicit instruction and active participation to life. These include specific and deliberate actions by the educator who follows a lesson design and...

Approach to the reading and spelling of irregularly spelled words, in accordance with the syllable types of English, the spelling rules within them and New Zealand pronunciation. These lists contain words with irregular sounds taken from the ‘Fry’ list, which was developed by Dr...

This is the first of 3 kits in the iRSR series. Kit 1 is designed to be used with a selection of early decodable texts and is suitable for children aged 5-7 years old. These students will be working within Curriculum Level 1. iRSR...

This is the second of 3 kits in the iRSR series. Kit 2 is designed to be used with catch-up decodable texts and is suitable for students aged 8 years or older. These students are working below their recommended curriculum level and require extra...

This is the third of 3 kits in the iRSR series. Kit 3 is designed to be used with authentic texts and is suitable for use with students working within Levels 2 — 4. It uses excerpts taken from stories and articles found in...

Letter Formation Poster PDF - Developing spatial awareness of where letters sit on lines when written Handwriting is a key component to the success of any written language and requires explicit teaching in order to become automatic and fluent. This poster demonstrates the ‘Sky,Grass, Dirt’...

Our Literacy Data Analysis & Instructional Practice Checklist is designed to support leaders and teams to translate intent into action, step by step, without adding unnecessary complexity.

Mapping Out an Evidence-Based Educational Highway (Free Download) A practical matrix to support schools in building and sustaining high-quality, evidence-based teaching practice. This resource helps leaders and teams reflect on key elements of effective implementation, from building teacher knowledge and improving classroom practice through...

The Student Profile template can be used to raise awareness of the strengths and challenges students with a learning difference are presenting with.   This template when completed as per the headings outlined will enable you to build shared understandings and empathy in relation to...

For more information about cracking the CODE with syllable division, check out the following blog with an instructional video on how to use the syllable division pack. *Please note, by downloading this free resource you will be added to our email database.We may send you further...

Syllable Types A3 Poster PDF Developing the knowledge that syllables are parts of words and every syllable contains a vowel/s helps children to successfully grasp an understanding of the English language. This poster breaks down the syllable types with a brief explanation and word...

"The goal is to transfer a phonological awareness task into a conscious skill," Dr David Kilpatrick. We assess phonological awareness tasks in isolation as a predictor of reading and writing success.  Until a word is orthographically mapped for instant recognition when reading and instant recall...

The Building Blocks of Reading Success A3 PDF Poster* This poster displays the crucial components required for children to be successful readers. Foundation Phonological Awareness skills can be assessed at school entry-level to determine strengths and weaknesses of all pre-readers Phonological Awareness can be...

Complementary to the popular ‘Building Blocks of Reading’ poster, this poster demonstrates the crucial components required for children to experience success with written communication. Handwriting/keyboarding and spelling all monopolise cognitive function in the early years during written tasks until they are automatic and fluent....

Humans are wired to learn to speak. We are NOT wired to learn to read, we have to build the neural pathways. We know that connections need to be formed linking up the written symbols with the speech processing areas of the brain. To learn...

Humans are wired to learn to speak. We are NOT wired to learn to read, we have to build the neural pathways. We know that connections need to be formed linking up the written symbols with the speech processing areas of the brain. To learn...