Winter Program for 1st Graders
Give Your 1st Grader a Boost in the New Year!
Gain a Reading Advantage
Strengthen Skills This Winter
Kids in our winter program gain the skills to become strong independent readers. They get the year off to a great start, with tools to excel at every reading task.
Build Confidence and Motivation
Our students experience success with reading, over and over again. They feel enthusiastic and prepared for new challenges in the second half of 1st grade.
Discover All the Rewards of Reading
Reading during the school year doesn't have to be an afterthought! Our students are always having great experiences with terrific books. They keep learning and growing.
Our Winter Reading Program combines outstanding books and top-notch instruction to help kids begin the new year with all the skills for success.
Get Everything Your Child Needs to Excel This Winter
A 6-Week Reading Journey:
- Each week, your child will look forward to attending fun one-hour online classes that keep students engaged and excited.
- After each class, your child will get lots of reading practice in terrific first-grade books, carefully selected for the right amount of challenge.
- Between classes, your child will complete self-paced interactive lessons and games designed to reinforce skill development and keep learning on track.
- Throughout the program, your child will receive professional instruction and guidance from a dedicated, knowledgeable reading teacher.
- At any point, your child can benefit from individual support through one-on-one appointments and our exclusive helpline.
Keep Your Child on Track During 1st Grade
Our winter program provides a proven path for your child to improve key skills, increase confidence, and get really excited about books and reading. Click on the building blocks below to explore all the ways your child will benefit from this fun, effective program.
Strengthen Skills
Build Confidence
Become a Reader
How We Make Learning Last
Developing the habit of reading great books during our programs gives kids many opportunities to keep learning and growing as readers and students. There's no better way to ensure lasting success, all the way through school and into adulthood.
The impact of reading regularly - especially while school's in session - is staggering! In fact, by the time that they're in high school, students with a 20-minute per day habit can read over 1 million words in a single year. The more your child reads, the more skills he or she will master.
Decades of Excellence in Reading Instruction
The Institute of Reading Development offers programs in partnership with colleges and universities. Over the last 54 years, we’ve worked with more than 200 academic institutions to inspire over 3 million students to become skilled, enthusiastic readers.
In your area, we provide programs in partnership with: Case Western Reserve University, Siegal Lifelong Learning
In your area, we provide programs in partnership with: Case Western Reserve University, Siegal Lifelong Learning
Give Your Child the Reading Advantage
Winter Program
for 1st Graders
Only $259
Plus $39 Materials & Shipping
Give Your Child the Reading Advantage
Summer Program for Entering
1st Graders
Only $259
Plus $39 Materials & Shipping
Questions?
We're an open book.
Let's discuss your child's reading development. Call today to speak with an Institute of Reading Development Program Advisor.
Call 1-800-470-2891