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Porta-Pic Student Packs

Porta-Pic Student Packs

Porta-Pics are durable, tri-fold cardstock cards that put the Secret Stories phonics patterns right in students’ hands. They work like a compact sound wall—easy to carry, simple to use, and built for daily reference at school and at home.

  • Use during writing to support independent spelling.
  • Keep on hand during partner reading to decode unknown words.
  • Send home daily to support learning outside school hours.

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What’s Included

Portable Phonics for Anytime Reading & Writing

Porta-Pics are durable, tri-fold cardstock cards that put the Secret Stories phonics patterns right in students’ hands. They work like a compact sound wall—easy to carry, simple to use, and built for daily reference at school and at home.

Why Porta-Pics?
Kids need access to the phonics patterns they’re learning no matter where they are. Porta-Pics give students a tool to support reading and writing beyond the classroom—at home, in the car, or anywhere they need it.

How to Use Porta-Pics:

In the Classroom:

  • Use during writing to support independent spelling.
  • Keep on hand during partner reading to decode unknown words.
  • Send home daily to support learning outside school hours.

As Student Gifts:

  • Each Porta-Pic includes a bow design and message space for gifting.
  • Cost-effective at under $3 per student.

Simple. Affordable. Ready to Go.
Porta-Pics are a practical tool for daily reading and writing—wherever students are learning.

CLASS SET OF 25 – 12″×18″ TRI-FOLD PLACARDS FOR INDIVIDUAL STUDENT USE AT HOME AND IN THE CLASSROOM

Please note, Porta-Pics contain graphics only, and do not include the Secret Stories® text.  They are intended for use in conjunction with the Secret Stories® Kits.

Shipping Information

✔ Orders ship within 3–5 business days via USPS.
✔ You’ll receive tracking info as soon as your kit is on the way.

Benefits

✔ Accelerates Learning: Cuts down the time it takes to master phonics
✔ Fits Any Curriculum: Use as a supplement or standalone tool
✔ Proven with All Learners: Works for early readers, struggling readers, ESL, and more
✔ Engages the Whole Brain: Stories, songs, and visuals activate multiple learning pathways

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🏆 The ONLY ESSA Level 1 Phonics Tool


With an Average Effect Size of 1.62

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No More Confusing Rules—Just Logical, Memorable Stories

Forget traditional memorization methods. Secret Stories reveals simple and fun "secrets" behind phonics patterns through engaging stories your child will naturally remember, effortlessly decoding words from day one.

Essential Literacy Skills Your Child Will Master

Confident Learning

Eliminate reading frustration, making literacy fun and engaging.

Spelling Accuracy

Naturally spell words correctly without repetitive drills.

Independent Writing

Gain confidence expressing ideas clearly and accurately.

Confident Reading & Decoding

lnstantly decode new words by understanding the logic behind letter sounds.

Enhanced Vocabulary & Comprehension

Understand words and texts easily through intuitive learning.

Trusted by Hundreds of Thousands of Families Nationwide

Secret Stories is the only homeschool-friendly phonics kit with ESSA Tier I evidence and an average effect size of 1.62—far above industry standards. Your child will read sooner, better, and with less stress.

How it works

Kids Hear the Secrets & Instantly Understand

Traditional phonics requires memorization. Secret Stories reveals the hidden logic behind letter sounds using engaging, brain-based stories that stick.

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Instantly Apply the Secrets in Reading & Writing

Instead of guessing or memorizing, kids use the stories immediately to decode and spell words correctly.

Confidence Grows & Literacy Accelerates—Without Frustration

The more kids read, the more the secrets reinforce themselves—leading to faster progress, higher fluency, and a love for reading.

Why Parents Love This

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Brain-Based Learning

Uses cognitive neuroscience to align with natural learning processes.

Effortless Decoding

Helps kids stop guessing and start reading.

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Perfect for Any Learner

Supports struggling readers, ESL students, and early learners.

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