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Is Your Child Missing This Key Reading Skill?
Most children struggle with reading because they missed a key early skill: phonological awareness.
This isn't a reading test - it checks for the foundational skills your child needs before reading begins.
👇In just minutes, you'll get:
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A snapshot of your child's early literacy strengths
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A clear action plan based on phonological skills
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Peace of mind (and next steps)
Phonological Awareness Diagnostic
We Equip Families to Catch Gaps Before They Become Struggles
Our resources go beyond tips. We empower you to confidently support the skills that come before reading. Whether your child needs a boost, a bridge, or a head start, LITStart gives you the tools to help - and the confidence to lead.
Phonological Awareness Mastery
Tools that target the sounds before letters - the #1 skill that predicts future reading and spelling success
Confidence for Parents
Simple guides and clear checklists - no experience needed
Support That Grows With Your Child
Use at home, in small groups, or for school-based workshops - from PreK through 2nd grade
Want to see how it works? Explore the Toolkit
What is Early Literacy?
Early literacy is more than reading books together—it’s the foundation for how children learn to read, write, and spell with confidence. For children ages 4–8, three skills form the core:
Phonological Awareness – Hearing and working with the individual sounds in spoken words.
Phonics – Connecting those sounds to the letters that represent them.
Fluency – Reading with accuracy, speed, and expression so meaning flows naturally.
When these skills are built in the right order, children don’t just learn to read—they build the confidence and joy that carry into every subject.
If you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or community leader who wants to see children thrive from the very start - you're in the right place.
Whether your child is just starting to explore books or already reading, we help you give them the skills and confidence to succeed in every subject.
Perfect for:
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Families with children ages 4–8
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Parents who want actionable, research-backed strategies
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Educators needing ready-to-use family engagement tools
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Anyone who believes in starting strong—before reading struggles begin
Who It's For
Why PAIR Program Stands Out
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the "reading tips" out there, you're not alone. We cut through the noise with tools and training that actually work — backed by research, rooted in experience, and made for real life.
13+ Years Literacy Leadership
Expert guidance from a seasoned teacher, reading specialist, literacy coach, and district Science of Reading leader.
Science of Reading Alignment
Every strategy we share is evidence-based, helping all children — and harming none.
Family-First Focus
We empower parents, not just teachers, because literacy starts at home.
Use It Today
Skip the overwhelm with ready-to-use tools you can put into action the same day.
The Sound-to-Print Foundation
Where Reading Success Begins
Strong readers aren't built by accident. They start with a clear understanding of sounds — and then connect those sounds to print.
PAIR Program, LLC focuses on the skills that research calls non-negotiable for early reading success: phonological awareness, phonics, and fluency — all woven into playful, practical routines families can make their own.
Our Approach
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Sound First, Always – We help children hear, notice, and work with sounds before diving into print.
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Evidence-Driven – Rooted in decades of reading science — designed to stick, not just check a box.
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Built for Real Life – Simple enough for busy evenings — no teaching degree required.
What's Included?
Everything you need to lead your child's literacy journey with confidence
The LITStart Essentials digital bundle gives you step-by-step tools to build the skills that matter most in early reading without the overwhelm. Every resource is designed to be clear, parent0friendly, and ready to use the same day.
Included in Your Bundle:
Alphabet Recognition & Phonological Awareness Guidebook – A simple, research-based roadmap for building sound awareness and letter recognition from the ground up.
Phonological Awareness Evaluation (PAE) – Quickly check your child’s strengths and growth areas with this parent-friendly assessment tool.
PAE Tracker – Keep progress visible and make targeted practice easy.
Guiding Early Writers – Practical ways to connect sounds to print through fun, low-stress writing activities.
Alphabet Cards (Bonus) – Bright, easy-to-use cards for hands-on learning at home.
Early Literacy Guide (Bonus) – Quick-reference tips and strategies for nurturing literacy in everyday life.
Want more literacy tips? Explore our blogs and
free resources to grow your toolkit.
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