This site is an amazing tool for extremely young readers. It was originally started in 2002 as a free service to teach children to read with phonics. Since then it has expanded to include Pre-K material, Kindergarten curriculum, Common Core Grade 1 curriculum, and activities that are ideal for children in the Pre-K- Grade 3 range. It is also ideal for those in special education and those students that are learning English as a new language.
The entire site is bright, fun, and features lots of activities at lots of different levels. Students can start at the beginning with learning the ABCs, start with smaller stories (Zac the Rat), and eventually progressing to more advanced stories, plays and activities. The site also offers themed activities, and has a parents and educators section. This is welcomed for parents that would like to do a little extra work at home, or for homeschooling families.
The curriculum is free, but there are options to pay and get materials over and above what is offered online. Since there is no obligation to buy these itehms, there is no need to register or create an account, which also protects the younger students online. They are free to utilize the activities without compromising their personal information.
All in all, a very great site!
