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Transforming Literacy with Brain-Based Tools
Secret StoriesĀ® bridges the gap between how kids learn and how reading is traditionally taught.
Backed by cognitive neuroscience and aligned with the Science of Reading, our method accelerates phonics mastery using evidence-based strategies proven to boost literacy outcomes.
š The ONLY ESSA Level 1 Phonics Resource
With An Average Effect Size Of 1.62
š The ONLY ESSA Level 1 Phonics Resource
With An Average Effect Size Of 1.62
š The ONLY ESSA Level 1 Phonics Resource
With An Average Effect Size Of 1.62
Achieving the Highest Standard: ESSA Level 1 - Strongā Evidence
Secret StoriesĀ® has been independently reviewed and verified and meets the highest standard of evidence under ESSA Level 1 - Strong evidence criteria. Level 1 criteria, indicating strong evidence of effectiveness and nearly everyone using Secret Stories outperformed everyone using other phonics resources. This research underscores our program's ability to significantly improve student literacy outcomes.ā
Integrating Brain-Based Learning for Accelerated Phonics Masteryā
Secret StoriesĀ® leverages the brain's natural learning processes by incorporating multisensory techniquesāstories, visuals, movement, and soundāto teach phonics. This approach ensures that phonics skills are stored across multiple neural pathways, facilitating easier retention and retrieval.
Your Path to Brain-Based Reading Success
Cracking the Code Behind Words
Learn how phonics unlocks reading, and why early exposure matters.
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Phonics That Sticks
Stories, visuals, and movement embed sound-symbol knowledge in real time.
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Teach Smarter, Not Harder
Secret StoriesĀ® fits into what youāre already doingāno extra lesson time needed.
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Beyond Memorization
Our approach rewires the brain for
lifelong decoding, not rote recall.
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See the secrets in action
Learn how phonics unlocks reading, and why early exposure matters.
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Writing Before Theyāve āLearnedā to Read
See how kids write confidently, even with minimal code exposure.
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Hear From Teachers and Parents Who've Seen the Difference
Integrating Brain-Based Learning for Accelerated Phonics Masteryā
Secret StoriesĀ® leverages the brain's natural learning processes by incorporating multisensory techniquesāstories, visuals, movement, and soundāto teach phonics. This approach ensures that phonics skills are stored across multiple neural pathways, facilitating easier retention and retrieval.
