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Welcome to the StepIN Reading Series — a breakthrough, parent-led program designed to support new and struggling readers using proven, research-backed methods. Rooted in the work of leading experts in neuroscience, literacy, and child development, the StepIN Series offers a step-by-step pathway to reading success that’s easy to follow at home. The journey begins with StepIN Pre-Read: Book 1 — a foundational workbook followed by the StepIN Pre-Read: Book 2 both are packed with multi-sensory activities, brain-based exercises, and exclusive video tutorials that guide parents every step of the way. Whether your child is just beginning to read or has faced challenges with traditional methods, the Pre-Reading book set is your first powerful step toward building confidence, focus, and early literacy skills that last.
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The StepIN Reading Series was not created in a lab, a boardroom, or even a publishing office — it was born from a mother’s tear-stained prayers, a teacher’s broken heart, and an unrelenting advocate’s refusal to give up on her child.
For years, I wrestled with feelings of inadequacy and a deep sense of not being "enough" — not smart enough, not good enough, not strong enough. That same fear resurfaced when my bright, curious son was labeled a "non-reader" by a system that didn’t see his worth or his potential. As a certified teacher, I had all the tools — but nothing worked. I watched my child suffer, fall behind, and be dismissed. The pain was unbearable, and the system’s solutions failed us over and over again. It wasn’t until I hit rock bottom — in the classroom, in motherhood, and in my own soul — that I discovered something extraordinary: I am my child’s greatest advocate, and God is my greatest guide. Through inspiration, intensive research, and prayerful persistence, I began piecing together what the system missed — the brain, the body, the spirit, and how they all connect to unlock the mind’s ability to read. The StepIN Reading Series is the result of this transformational journey. Built from research by experts like Marie Montessori, Ronald D. Davis, Norman Doidge, Alfred Tomatis, Dianne Craft, and others, this series distills complex strategies into a simple, parent-led path that any family can follow — without spending thousands on tutors or programs that miss the mark. The first two books in this series, StepIN Pre-Read: Book 1 & Book 2, lay the foundation to awaken the reader within your child through purposeful exercises, guided videos, and hands-on activities that work with how your child’s brain is wired — not against it. This series exists because ONE child — my child — was told he would never read. And because ONE mother refused to believe it. |
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The StepIN Reading Program is not your typical "fill-in-the-blank" workbook. This is an interactive, hands-on learning experience designed to build deep, lasting reading skills—starting with the foundational steps that most traditional programs skip over.
This book is not meant to be rushed through. Instead, it has been intentionally designed to be progressive, interactive, and deeply engaging, with activities that must be practiced with care, repetition, and accuracy to be effective. Adult or Older Sibling Support Recommended While some activities can be completed by your child alone, most will require your support or supervision—especially in the early stages. If you're a parent, caregiver, teacher, or even an experienced older sibling, your presence and guidance will help:
Repetition Is Key – One Step at a Time Each chapter introduces a foundational concept or skill that builds upon the previous one. Because these skills are meant to create new neurological patterns, repetition over time is essential.
Accuracy Before Completion Children should practice the correct motion or concept first with their finger before picking up a crayon, pencil, or marker. For example:
📹 Video Support Available Need a demonstration or extra help? Special access will be granted to all StepIN Reading Participants on this website for the following:
Why This Format? This method was born out of real-life experience, a journey of struggle, learning, and spiritual guidance. Traditional reading programs often overlook foundational processes that are essential for true reading fluency—especially for children who struggle. This book was created because the author lived it. After years of heartbreak and trial, she discovered that true learning happens when principles are practiced with patience, care, and intention—not when we rush from lesson to lesson just to “get it done.” Final Thought Your child can learn to read. This book gives you the tools to help them succeed—not through shortcuts, but through purposeful, mindful, foundational learning. You are your child’s best advocate. Take this journey together--one step at a time. Your Greatest Story is ONE page Away! |
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