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Using the Science of Reading in Pre-K and Kindergarten

Latisha Hayes, PhD (Editor)

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Confused about early literacy? Wondering what the “science of reading” actually means for pre-K and kindergarten children? With chapters written by experts in the field and careful editing by Latisha Hayes, Ready...

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SKU: 301937
Barcode: 9781636501543
Page Count: 240
Publisher: Gryphon House, Inc.
Publication Date: March 1, 2026
Categories: Literacy, Math, and Science New Releases
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Confused about early literacy? Wondering what the “science of reading” actually means for pre-K and kindergarten children? With chapters written by experts in the field and careful editing by Latisha Hayes, Ready to Read provides a comprehensive guide to building foundational early literacy skills through play-based learning and whole- and small-group activities. Discover how to support the children in your class, including dual language learners, and ignite a lifelong love of reading and writing.

Learn how to build skills in:  

  • Oral language and listening comprehension
  • Vocabulary and background knowledge
  • Concepts of print
  • Phonological awareness
  • Alphabet and early phonics
  • Word recognition and beginning spelling
  • Writing

With classroom examples of effective practices in action, Ready to Read empowers educators to equip young children with the skills they need to become confident and successful readers and writers. 

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Alexis M.
Great resource inside and outside of the classroom!

As an early childhood educator, I’ve read a lot about the Science of Reading—but Ready to Read was the first book that truly felt written for pre-K and kindergarten. The strategies are developmentally appropriate, practical, and grounded in how young children actually learn. Nothing feels rushed or overly academic, and I appreciated how clearly the research is explained without oversimplifying it.
What surprised me most was how useful the book became outside my classroom. As a parent, I found myself using the same techniques with my own child—supporting oral language, building background knowledge, and making literacy playful and joyful rather than pressured. The guidance helped me feel confident that I was doing the right things, both as a teacher and as a mom.