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Little Lions First Readers Review for Educators

Little Lions First Readers: Rave Review from The Children’s Book Review

The Children's Book Review praises Little Lions First Readers for early literacy. See why teachers & librarians call this evidence-based phonics series a "wonderfully well-designed entry point" for decoding.

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Decodable Readers: The Complete Guide for Parents and Teachers

If your child is learning to read, you have probably heard the term “decodable readers” from a teacher, a curriculum guide, or another parent. But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter so much for your child’s reading success? The answer comes down

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Balanced Literacy vs Science of Reading: What’s Best?

Get clear answers on balanced literacy vs science of reading, including key differences, research findings, and tips to support your child’s reading journey.

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Little Lions Literacy Books

Little Lions Literacy Joins the Mackin Catalog

Little Lions Literacy's complete suite is now available on Mackin! Easily purchase Decodable Books, Alphabet Books, and foundational reading resources for early literacy.

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Little Lions First Red Words

Little Lions First Red Words: The 10-Book Set for Mastering High Frequency Words

Unlock reading success with Little Lions First Red Words! This 10-book set is designed for PreK & Kindergarten to help your little learner master essential Red Words (tricky words) for reading fluency.

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What Is the Simple View of Reading? A Parent’s Guide

Get clear answers to what is the simple view of reading and learn practical ways to support your child’s reading skills at home with this parent-friendly guide.

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Indie Reader

IndieReader Gives Little Lions Alphabet Books a 4.5-Star Review

The Little Lions Alphabet Books (A-Z 26 Book Set) earns a 4.5-star, IR Approved review! See how this research-based, science of reading product boosts early literacy.

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Heart Words vs Sight Words: The Better Teaching Method

Compare heart words vs sight words and learn why heart word instruction is a more current, phonics-based method for teaching high-frequency words.

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What Does Orthographic Mapping Mean? A Simple Guide

Curious about what does orthographic mapping mean? Learn how this process helps kids connect sounds to letters and become confident, fluent readers.

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Heart Words vs Sight Words: The Better Teaching Method

Get clear on heart words vs sight words and learn which teaching method helps kids read with confidence using simple, science-backed strategies. For decades, the standard way to teach high-frequency words was through memorization. We gave kids lists of sight words and hoped that with enough

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