Step-by-step course
A clear sequence from first sounds and letters to reading words, sentences and short stories.
My First Reading and Writing 1 beginner English reading and writing course
My First Reading and Writing 1
Beginner Reading & Writing Course
A step-by-step course for children aged 5+ that builds letter–sound knowledge, blending, early reading and writing skills and gradually leads children towards independent reading.
How it works
Children follow a clear learning path from their first letter sounds to independent reading.
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1
Learn
Meet new sounds and letters.
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2
Practise
Build blending, early reading and writing skills.
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3
Play
Reinforce new skills through interactive phonics games.
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4
Read
Read decodable stories using familiar sounds and patterns.
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5
Consolidate
Review learning and gradually build reading fluency and confidence.
What’s included
Every resource works together to build reading and writing skills step by step.
Interactive games
Games provide repeated practice without repetitive exercises.
Decodable readers
Stories use familiar sounds so children can apply their reading skills in real text.
Worksheets
Reading, writing, matching and consolidation tasks support each stage of the course.
Detailed guide
Step-by-step guidance for teachers and parents on what to do, when to do it and how to use each resource.
See Reading Express in action
See how the course, games, decodable readers and worksheets work together as one learning system.
Course video coming soon
In the video you’ll see:
- how the course is structured;
- examples of interactive games;
- readers and worksheets;
- how the materials work together;
- how children gradually progress towards independent reading.
Explore the materials
Take a closer look at the materials children use throughout the course.
Reader sample
See an example of a decodable story.
Game sample
See what interactive practice looks like.
Worksheet sample
See an example of skills practice.
Our courses
Choose the course that is right for your child.
My First Reading and Writing 1
For children aged 5–7 and older beginners
A step-by-step reading and writing course from the very beginning. No prior knowledge of the English alphabet is required.
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New Reading Express learning paths are being prepared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the course suitable for?
My First Reading and Writing 1 is designed primarily for children aged 5–7 who are beginning to read in English. Older children who have not yet developed basic reading skills should also begin with this course.
Does my child need to know the English alphabet?
No. The course starts from the beginning. Children do not need to know letter names or be able to read in English beforehand. Sounds and letters are introduced gradually before children learn to blend them and read words.
What is included in the course?
The course combines step-by-step lessons, interactive games, decodable readers, worksheets and detailed guidance for a teacher or parent. The materials are connected and used in a set sequence, helping children progress from sounds and letters to words, sentences and stories.
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