What's New in the 2026 Edition of the Secret Stories Book
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The Secret Stories® book that anchors every Class Kit and the Parent & Homeschool Bundle just got its biggest refresh yet. The 2026 Edition is now shipping in every kit, and it is available on its own as the replacement book.
What changed in the 2026 Edition
- Updated terminology and instructional guidance aligned with current literacy research and best practices.
- New etymology and "Good to Know" notes on select Secrets that give teachers deeper background on why letters do what they do.
- "Word Jail" is now the Mystery Word Club. Same concept, more positive and engaging language for kids.
- An expanded section on how the brain learns to read, with more of the science behind the Secret Stories approach.
- A cleaner layout that is easier to follow and apply in the classroom.
Do I need to buy anything?
If you are ordering a Class Kit or the Parent & Homeschool Bundle, you are already getting the 2026 Edition. It ships in every kit automatically. If you own an earlier printing and want the update, the replacement book is the fastest way to get the new edition on your shelf.
Same Secrets, same cover, same classroom magic. Refined with everything we have learned.
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