From the Institute of Reading Development • 56 years of results • 3M+ families served
For Pre‑K–5 parents who won’t leave reading to chance.
Raise a Skilled Reader—
Starting Today
Weekly live tutoring for Pre-K-5th Grade starting at $49/week, backed by a 14-Day Test Drive. If you're not thrilled before the start of your 3rd session, we refund 100% of your payments.
For Pre‑K–5 parents who won’t leave reading to chance.
Raise a Skilled Reader—Starting Today
Weekly live tutoring for Pre-K-5th Grade starting at $49/week, backed by a 14-Day Test Drive. If you're not thrilled before the start of your 3rd session, we refund 100% of your payments.
How Our 14‑Day Test Drive Works
We built the 14‑Day Test Drive so you can see real progress before you decide to continue.
Three simple steps
1: Reserve your child’s weekly spot
Choose the plan that fits your family (small group or 1‑on‑1) and enroll. You will be able to choose your weekly time slot after enrollment.
2: Attend your first two live sessions
Your child joins their first two sessions, starts building skills, and you get to see how they respond to the teacher and the format.
3: Decide after you’ve seen them in action
If you’re not thrilled with your child’s progress after those first two sessions, you can get all your money back
Guarantee at a glance
Just email us at help@readingprograms.org within 48 hours after the end of the second session, AND within 21 days of your original enrollment, and we'll refund 100% of what you've paid, no questions asked.
Is This the Right Kind of Help?
Every child fits — because every child gets what they specifically need.
Struggling Readers
① Extra attention to fix gaps that hold reading back
② Predictable weekly wins (less resistance, more confidence)
③ Visible progress you can actually see
"This program is a game-changer for any child struggling with reading! You will see a noticeable difference in how your child engages with books. It's worth every penny!"
Vanessa
Parent of 5th Grader
On-Track Readers
① Just-right instruction that keeps pace with school
② Weekly practice that builds fluency and comprehension
③ Support that strengthens motivation and consistency
"By the third week, I saw my child grasping the new sight words. At the fifth week, my child said "Mommy I can read!" She got confidence and now she reads one of the reading program books every night without me asking!"
Michele
Parent of Kindergartner
Advanced Readers
① Targeted instruction to go further, faster
② Weekly challenges at their level
③ Confidence that compounds
"My son was already a strong reader, but this program took it to another level. I really wanted him to improve on his comprehension, and he did. I'm very impressed."
Shana
Parent of 2nd Grader
Discover the skills we teach in each grade
What Your Child Will Learn
Our grade-by-grade approach builds confidence, comprehension, and skill — one milestone at a time.
4-Year-Olds and Kindergarten
Letters, Sounds, and Sentences!
Month by month, children learn the building blocks of reading: letter recognition, phonics, and sight words. They begin reading simple stories with confidence and engage in read-alouds that spark thinking and curiosity.
- The letters of the alphabet and the sounds they make
- Blending sounds and recognizing sight words to read words and sentences
- Read-alouds with guided comprehension
1st Grade
From sounding out to reading smoothly
Children crack the reading code as they learn new phonics patterns and high frequency sight words. With practice in fun stories, they move from effortful decoding to confident, fluent reading.
- Long/short vowel, blending, and common sight words
- Applying skills in decodable stories
- Guided reading to support comprehension
2nd Grade
From phonics to fluency and meaning
Students master complex spelling patterns and decode longer words. Fluency improves, comprehension deepens, and reading becomes easier and more enjoyable.
- Decoding longer words (vowel teams, prefixes, suffixes)
- Fluent, expressive reading
- Understanding characters, structure, and motivations
3rd Grade
Richer Stories, Deeper Thinking
Vocabulary expands and comprehension sharpens as students read richer fiction and nonfiction. They become independent thinkers who understand big ideas.
- Multisyllabic decoding using prefixes, suffixes, syllables
- Phrased, fluent reading
- Identifying main ideas, details, and themes
4th and 5th Grade
From "learning to read" to "reading to learn"
Students tackle longer, more complex texts with growing independence. They master strategies for vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking.
- Using context and word-solving strategies
- Fluent, purposeful reading across subjects
- Summarizing monitoring, and analyzing text
It's more than a session—it's complete support
Our Proven System for Building Skilled Readers
Every week follows a clear, research-based rhythm that builds skills, confidence, and motivation —
without adding stress for parents.
How it Works
📘 The First Week: A Confident Start
Your child begins tutoring right away — meeting their tutor and starting their first Reading Unit in the web app.
You’ll complete a short baseline assessment at home so the tutor knows exactly where to begin.
⏰️ Simple Structure, Lasting Habits
Each week brings a 50-minute tutoring session and a new Reading Unit with short, focused lessons.
Between sessions, your child completes a quick skills check — so you always know what’s improving.
📈 Skills and Confidence Grow Together
Reading becomes smoother. Comprehension deepens. Motivation rises.
Your tutor stays consistent, supportive, and focused on measurable growth.
🏅Progress You Can See
Baseline Assessment:
Early in the program, you complete a short reading assessment that gives a clear
starting point.
Weekly Skill Checks:
Each Reading Unit includes a brief skills check with instant results.
Quarterly Progress Reports:
Quarterly subscribers get a full reassessment and detailed progress report.
Proven Success from a National Leader in Reading Instruction
Why Parents Trust the
Institute of Reading Development
For 56 years, we’ve focused on helping kids become strong, enthusiastic readers. Over 3 million families
have trusted our expert teachers and proven curriculum to make it happen.
56
Years of Excellence
Teaching kids to read with proven methods.
3M+
Families
Trusted nationwide for research-based instruction.
Same Tutor, Same Time
Predictable practice that fits real life—consistency builds confidence and results.
Aligned with School
Skill instruction progresses month to month, keeping pace with your child's classroom learning.
Research-Based
Our curriculum is powered by the most current research on the Science of Reading.
Real Progress Reports
Track actual gains with detailed reports—see measurable improvement, not guesses.
Featured on More Than 508 News Sites, Including:
Your Child Will Love Their Tutor, and So Will You!
Celebrate wins
Parents are often worried their child might be bored or intimidated, but after attending just one session, they'll see all of our programs are warm, encouraging, and very low-pressure. We laugh, celebrate small wins, and mistakes are treated as part of learning and not something to be embarrassed about. Since we're not at school, kids feel comfortable being themselves and aren't afraid to earnestly try.
Liberty S.
Teacher
Adapting to fit the student
One of my students struggled with reading out loud and reading fluently. He really tried and put his best effort forward, but he still got tripped up and liked to guess rather than blend the words out. That's really common, especially when kids don't have as much confidence in their abilities. But while I've only been tutoring him for about 5 weeks, he can read sentences fluently, with emotion and proper inflection. I'm so proud of how far he's come and how confident he now feels in his abilities.
Bella L.
Teacher
Immediate Confidence
Through our immersive lessons, the roots of the Institute of Reading Development grow from mastering phonics patterns and word work. These life-long habits and patterns we teach our students help them to decode unknown vocabulary. With that development, I have seen immediate confidence and love for reading build in my students, setting them on course for expressive and fluent reading.
Rod G.
Teacher
A History of Success
Since 1970, we've worked with more than 200 universities and institutions to provide high-quality reading
instruction to kids and adults in their communities.
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of California, San Diego
- Emory University
- Arizona State University
- Washington State University
- Baylor University
- University of Minnesota
- Marquette University
- Pennsylvania State University
- University of Notre Dame
- The University of Alabama
- Clemson University
- Texas Tech University
- University of Miami
- Brown University
- University of Miami
Seats are limited to instructor availability.
Limited‑time bonus: $99 enrollment fee waived when you start your child’s 14‑Day Test Drive today.
Choose your child’s weekly reading plan
Live, weekly tutoring for Pre‑K–5, starting at $49/week, backed by our 14‑Day Test Drive Guarantee.
Small‑Group Reading Tutoring
(up to 6 students)
For K–5 students who need steady support, accountability, and confidence building.
What's included:
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1 live small‑group session per week with a trained reading teacher
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Personalized skill plan based on your child’s current level
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Regular parent updates on progress
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Access to our online reading practice activities between sessions
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$99 enrollment fee waived (save $99)
$49/week
Upgrade to discounted monthly or quarterly plans after your Test Drive.
1‑on‑1 Reading Tutoring
Best for students who are significantly behind, easily distracted, or need highly individualized support.
What's included:
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1 private 1‑on‑1 session per week with a dedicated reading teacher
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Fully customized lesson plan and pacing
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Regular parent updates on progress
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Access to our online reading practice activities between sessions
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$99 enrollment fee waived (save $99)
$87/week
Upgrade to discounted monthly or quarterly plans after your Test Drive.
Your 14‑Day Test Drive Guarantee
We want you to decide after you’ve seen your child in real sessions, not just a sales page.
- Enroll today and schedule your child’s first session
- They attend their first two live tutoring sessions
- If you’re not thrilled with their progress, email us at help@readingprograms.org
- Do this within 48 hours after the end of the 2nd session and within 21 days of enrollment
- We’ll refund 100% of what you’ve paid
Full refund policy details available at checkout. The spirit is simple: try us, see your child in action, then decide with confidence.
Every weekly plan includes:
• 56+ years of proven reading instruction • Curriculum tailored to your child’s grade level and goals
• Easy online scheduling and reminders • Ongoing parent support
Tears of Joy
My daughter has only had two sessions of this program and we were doing a lesson from last week's online phonics homework (oops) AND SHE IS READING THE WORDS ON THE SCREEN. Is this real life? I could burst into tears right now. Is this magic? How did this even happen???
Sakena W.
Parent of 1st Grader
This is a Great Program!
This is a great program! I had a reluctant reader who I expected would resist this every step of the way. Instead, he was really engaged and emerged a more motivated, confident and faster reader who feels more confident as he enters middle school. Highly recommend!
Kate L.
Parent of 6th Grader
Thoughtfully Designed
The reading program was exceptionally well-organized and thoughtfully designed to foster a love for reading in children. Starting with easy-to-read books and gradually introducing more complex ones, including reading and writing activities, was an excellent approach.
Angie L_K
Parent of 5th Grader
Major Breakthroughs
My son had major breakthroughs with reading. He mastered fluency, silent letters, reading comprehension, and vocabulary. He read with expression so clearly you could feel the story come alive. His overall confidence has grown so much. For the past two weeks, he has been reading his chapter books to me instead of asking me to read to him.
Rochelle
Parent of 3rd Grader
Questions Parents Ask
Honest answers about schedules, guarantees, and results. We’ve helped millions of parents
through the same questions.
How does scheduling work?
Right after you enroll, you’ll see our live schedule and pick a weekly time that works for your family. That becomes your child’s regular spot each week with the same teacher, so you don’t have to re‑book every time. We recommend choosing your first session within the first week so you can make the most of your 14‑Day Test Drive.
What if we need to miss or reschedule a session?
Life happens. You can reschedule a session up to 24 hours before your scheduled time. Just email us at help@readingprograms.org and we’ll work with you to find another spot. Sessions missed or canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice are not typically made up, so we encourage you to reschedule as soon as you know there’s a conflict.
What if we pay and none of the available times work for us?
Email us at help@readingprograms.org and tell us what days and times you can do. We’re very used to working with busy and unusual schedules, and we’ll do our best to open or adjust a slot for you. If, in the unlikely event we truly can’t find a workable time, you can cancel for a full refund within 21 days of enrollment.
Is this only for struggling readers?
Not at all. We work with children at all reading levels – from those who need extra support to on‑track students who need more challenge, to advanced readers who want to go further faster. The first step is understanding where your child is right now; then we match the level of support to their needs.
Can we switch between small‑group and 1‑on‑1 tutoring?
Yes. You can move between small‑group (up to 6 students) and 1‑on‑1 tutoring, subject to teacher availability. Just email us at help@readingprograms.org and tell us which plan you’d like next.
Plan changes always start with your next billing period (whether you’re on a weekly, monthly, or quarterly plan). We don’t change or refund the rate for the current billing period once it has started.
How does the 14‑Day Test Drive guarantee and refunds work?
We want you to decide after you’ve seen your child in real sessions, not just read a webpage.
Here’s how it works:
- Enroll and schedule your child’s first session
- They attend their first two live tutoring sessions
- If you’re not thrilled with their progress, email us at help@readingprograms.org
- Do this within 48 hours after the end of the second session and within 21 days of your original enrollment
- We’ll refund 100% of what you’ve paid
After that window, tutoring payments are non‑refundable, but you can cancel anytime to stop future charges. Full details are in our refund policy, but the spirit is simple: try us, see your child in action, then decide with confidence.
What payment options are available?
You can pay with any major credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Klarna (which may offer pay‑over‑time options).
Your plan is priced per week (for example, $49/week for small‑group tutoring) and is billed weekly. After your 14‑Day Test Drive, you’ll also have the option to upgrade to discounted monthly or quarterly plans to save more compared to paying week‑to‑week.
For a limited time, the $99 enrollment fee is waived for new students; there are no additional hidden fees.
Raise a Skilled Reader — Starting Today
For Pre‑K–5 parents who won’t leave reading to chance. Weekly live tutoring for Pre-K-5th Grade starting at $49/week, backed by a 14-Day Test Drive.
If you aren't thrilled after 2 lessons,
we'll refund 100% of what you've paid.
Raising Skilled Readers is powered by the experts at the Institute of Reading Development.
© Institute of Reading Development. All Rights Reserved.
Raising Skilled Readers is powered by the experts at the Institute of Reading Development.
© Institute of Reading Development. All Rights Reserved.
