Questions Parents Ask About Reading Better Together

Do You Have Questions about Reading Better Together?

Check out these most commonly asked questions and their answers below.

Still have a question? E-mail me at sarah@homeschooling4him.com.

We’ve tried learning to read before and my child was so bored. What makes this different?

Many reading systems focus on reading boring readers, memorizing lists of words, using worksheets and flashcards, and that can be boring for kids. But this system is based on side by side reading books and fun hands-on activities that allow kids to practice reading in a fun and engaging way. And, science shows that kids who are having fun, who are interested in what they are learning, and who are engaged in activities learn better and remember more- so this is a win-win.

What does the curriculum look like? What are the books like?

The main curriculum is made up of short lessons (4 per week for 32 weeks) and stories for you and your child to read side by side (2 per week starting in week 2).

Click here to download a free sample of the lessons and a sample story.

What grade is this for? And how do I know if my child is ready for this?

Reading Better Together is designed for kids who are ready to start formal reading lessons, but haven’t started reading yet. For most kids, they will be ready to start reading sometime between ages 3 and 7. If your child knows the names of the letters of the alphabet, points out letters on signs or in books, and is excited to learn to read, they are ready to begin. If your child knows some of the letter sounds, this is a bonus.

What will my child learn?

Reading better together starts with teaching or reviewing the letter sounds and how to pronounce them correctly, which is a really important component of being able to blend those sounds to make words.

By the end of the 32 week curriculum, your child will be reading multi-syllable words, long and short vowels, and a variety of irregular sight words as well.

Click here to view the full scope and sequence for the curriculum.

Will I get anything in the mail?

Nope. Reading Better Together is a digital product, which means you will get instant access to everything you need to get started. All the curriculum resources will be delivered by e-mail and will be available in the curriculum hub online as well.

Because this is a digital product, you also get:

• Instant access as soon as you purchase- you could print the first lessons and start today!
• Lifetime access to all the updates and upgrades as the curriculum continues to grow
• The ability to print and use the curriculum multiple times for siblings
• Bonus digital resources like videos in the curriculum hub

But how do I print this?

This curriculum is designed to be easy to print on either a home printer or at a copy store or print shop.

If you’re printing at home, all the files are available in color or black and white to save ink, and printing directions and screenshots are available so you’ll know exactly how to set up your printer.

If you don’t have a reliable printer or prefer not to print at home, the curriculum hub includes recommendations for an affordable print shop that will print and ship the curriculum to you, as well as a walk through video explaining exactly how to set up your print order, and a print release letter that gives you permission to send the copyrighted documents to the office store, copy center, or print shop of your choice.

My child hates worksheets. Will they like this?

My kids hate worksheets too. That’s why these lessons are designed to teach reading using engaging side by side readers and hands-on activities and games, not worksheets.

We are really busy. Will we have time for this?

Absolutely. Teaching reading actually works best when you keep lessons short. All the lessons are designed so that you can complete them in just 15 minutes per day (and often even less). Plus, almost all the lesson planning is done for you, and most of these activities don’t require prep time.

Will I get access to everything right away?

You will receive access to the first 6 months of lessons and stories, as well as all the bonuses, immediately. Month 7 of the curriculum will be released on July 15, 2023 and Month 8 on August 30, 2023.

What if I don’t love it?

This resource comes with a 30-day, 100% no-questions-asked money back guarantee. Simply e-mail me for a full refund.