TheLiteracy Coaching Built for Families
Is Your Child at Risk of Falling Behind Before They Even Start School?
Most parents assume literacy learning begins in kindergarten, but the truth is, it starts much earlier—right from birth.
The Research is Clear
According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children
Before formal schooling ever begins, there are critical periods of rapid development when the brain is best able to acquire speech (sound production) and language (understanding and using words).
During this once-in-a-lifetime window, children’s brains are wired to learn language at an incredible level with less effort. It starts at birth, begins closing at age four, and permanently closes by age six.
Starting Early Is Like Entering the Reading Matrix™
When you take full advantage of the brain’s natural window for learning, something extraordinary happens. Your child isn’t just learning words—they’re
entering a powerful system where everything connects.
This is what we call The Reading Matrix™.
It feels like magic, but it’s all backed by science. Every word your child masters activates core literacy skills—like phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and comprehension—building a solid foundation that grows stronger with each word.
In the Matrix, every word your child masters activates sounds, meanings, and associations.
One word leads to another. Learning accelerates. Confidence grows. And soon, reading becomes second nature.
The Consequences of Not Taking Advantage of the Window.
More than one in three children start school already behind—and many never catch up.
The Hard Truth
- Children who start school with weak literacy skills are 4x more likely to drop out of high school.
- 85% of juvenile offenders struggle with reading.
- 70% of incarcerated adults can’t read above a fourth-grade level.
But There’s Good News!
Introducing the written word early and using a proven word-learning system can bridge this gap.
- Build Confidence by making reading fun, easy, and frustration-free
- Create a Routine that strengthens daily word recognition
- Make Words Meaningful by connecting them to your child’s world.
How Do We Do That?
We Unlock Literacy, One Word at a Time
Every great reader starts with a single word. Every confident learner builds on that foundation.
Our approach ensures that children master words step by step—until reading becomes second
nature and a joyful experience.
- One Word at a Time
- Word Explosion
- Lifelong Literacy
How We Make It Happen
Step 1
Introduce one word at a time with engaging visuals and repetition.
Step 2
Reinforce word recognition with a consistent, twice-daily routine and by connecting words to real-world experiences.
Step 3
Watch the Word Explosion happen—where learning takes off!
Ready to give your child a head start?
Make the Most of the Critical Window
The early years provide a unique and powerful opportunity to build a lifelong foundation for literacy. By introducing words early, reinforcing recognition, and creating meaningful connections, parents can maximize this critical period.
Remember: Consistency is KING !
The Word Explosion: A Literacy Breakthrough
Imagine this: After your child learns just 50–60 words, something incredible happens—a Word Explosion!
This is the turning point where your child moves beyond memorization, begins learning words on their own with less effort, and starts recognizing words everywhere—on road signs, food labels, books, and even in conversations — without being explicitly taught.
How Long Does It Take?
With just 25–30 minutes of word learning twice a day, most children experience the Word Explosion within 4–9 months. Once they hit this breakthrough, their literacy skills skyrocket, making reading effortless and enjoyable.
Why Is the Word Explosion Important ?
Faster
Learning
Words become easier to recognize and retain.
Increased Confidence
Reading shifts from struggle to excitement
A Lifelong Love for Reading
Your child will stay ahead and thrive academically
Don’t wait—start your child’s Word Explosion today!
The Consequences of Falling Behind
Children who don’t develop strong literacy skills by third grade aren’t just at risk of struggling academically—they face a higher likelihood of disengagement, dropping out, and encountering lifelong challenges. Literacy is the foundation for all learning, and without it, opportunities shrink.
Alarming Truth About Early Literacy in the USA.
1 in 3 American children start Kindergarten without the skills necessary for lifelong learning.
Students who struggle with reading by third grade are 4x more likely to drop out of high school.
By age nine, reading difficulties become significantly harder to remediate, making early intervention essential.
The School-to-Prison Pipeline is Real
85% of juvenile offenders have low literacy skills.
70% of incarcerated individuals can’t read above a fourth-grade level.
Students who fail to master reading by third grade are significantly more likely to end up in the criminal justice system, fueling the school-to-prison pipeline.
Source: National Institute for Literacy
Why Early Literacy Matters More Than Ever
Reading isn’t just another skill—it’s the key to unlocking success in every subject and in life. When children struggle with reading, it impacts their confidence, academic performance, and long-term opportunities. The window for effective literacy learning is much shorter than most parents realize, and the stakes are incredibly high.
Learn More About the Science of Reading
Who Am I, and Why Does This Matter?
I’m Guy Lodge, a father of four, and I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of introducing the written word early. Using the Word First Method and the Science of Reading, my daughters were reading well before they started
school. By age three, they were confidently reading baby books from the library.
By the time they entered kindergarten, they were reading at a 2nd to 4th grade level.
Inspired by this success, I created the WordBank Word Learning Program—a proven system designed to teach children one word at a time during their natural language-learning window.
The Early Literacy Guy
Why Word Bank Works
Learning Made Easy
Your child will learn to read one word at a time – as naturally as they learn to talk.
Confidence Booster
Start school ahead and build lifelong self-esteem.
A Lifetime of Success
A strong literacy foundation supports academic and personal achievement through out life.
Don’t Wait—Secure Your Spot Today!
The Literacy Crisis Can No Longer Be Ignored
We know the stakes are high. Without strong literacy skills, children risk falling behind—not just in school, but in life.
But there’s hope. By starting early, you can give your child the tools they need to thrive. At Learn 2 Read, Read 2 Learn, we’re committed to helping parents maximize this once-in-alifetime window for learning.
