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The great reading gap: Why learning vowel patterns in isolation is failing our children

Global literacy rates are falling because students focus on memorising vowel patterns rather than reading in context. Discover how story-based learning with Tricky Word Stories can rebuild reading confidence and fluency.

Learning to read should be a magical journey where a child discovers new worlds through books. However, for millions of children across the globe, this journey has turned into a frustrating battle with flashcards and lists. We are currently facing a global literacy crisis. Recent data from the World Bank …

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How our books for poetry classes turn English mechanics into creative play

Unlock the magic of verse with the best books for poetry classes. Explore how characters and stories in the Study Zone Big Kid Books series teach vowels, synonyms, and parts of speech to help struggling readers and foreign speakers become confident poets.

Are you terrified that your students will fall asleep the moment you say the word poetry? It is a nightmare that every teacher and parent faces. You open a book of poems and suddenly the room goes quiet. The students look bored. They look confused. They think poetry is a …

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Books for adult literacy lessons: Why story-based learning is the fastest path to mature reading success

Many adult learners drop out because materials are insulting or dry. Learn 10 brilliant ways to make literacy sessions successful using story-based learning. Help adults master English logic with books for adult literacy success.

Imagine being an adult in a world full of signs, forms, and messages that you cannot read. It feels like being a stranger in your own town. Many adults attend literacy sessions hoping for a fresh start, but they often walk into a room that feels like a cold clinic. …

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