Raising Readers

Unlock the Learning Power of Stories

Our Raising Readers workshop is for parents of preschoolers, homeschoolers, and even reluctant readers.

In just one engaging hour, Raising Readers will equip you with practical, research-backed strategies to help your child become a confident, curious, and joyful reader.

Stories are more than just words on a page — they’re the bridge to language, imagination, and a lifelong love of learning.

A One-Hour Investment — a Lifetime of Returns

Raising Readers workshop will inspire you with:

• Simple tips & tricks for making reading irresistible to preschoolers

• Homeschool-specific strategies that bring language arts to life

• Story-based methods proven to re-engage reluctant readers

• Research-backed approaches for building a strong foundation in reading

• Multilingual exposure to English, Spanish, and Mandarin stories — at the age when children are most open to learning new languages.

Learn the brain science behind stories

Understand why stories have such a unique ability to:

• Develop vocabulary and language skills

• Improve memory and comprehension

• Foster empathy and cultural awareness

• Make complex ideas relatable and memorable

Our approach is rooted in decades of brain research that explains why stories are such a powerful way for children to learn, connect, and grow.

Plant the Seeds of Reading Early

The preschool years are the perfect time to spark curiosity and build strong literacy skills. You’ll learn:

• How preschoolers use stories to naturally build vocabulary

• Why speaking and writing matter

• How to choose the right story for your child

• The secret to turning “read-aloud time” into your child’s favorite part of the day

• When children enter school with a love of stories and a strong language foundation, they’re better prepared for academic success.

Make Literacy Learning Come Alive at Home

Homeschool parents know that the most effective lessons are the ones children enjoy. In this workshop, you’ll discover:

• How to integrate stories into every subject area for greater recall

• Creative ways to integrate reading with writing and speaking

• Research-based literacy activities that stretch creative thinking

• How to use stories to naturally expand your child’s world and deepen cultural understanding

Stories in English, Spanish, and Mandarin — Anytime, Anywhere

The L&L INSTITUTE IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH STORYWORLD™

700 activity sheets – printable and online

64 phonics books including all letter sounds and digraphs

Lesson plans with phonics integrated with every story

In-app practice on speaking and writing

Dashboard for student learning results in all modalities*

Progress monitoring for all stories, including speaking and writing*

Thanks to generous support, for a limited time we are able to offer our workshop at no charge, and 50% off a full-year subscription to StoryWorld.

StoryWorld was developed through multiple grant awards from the US Department of Education, and philanthropic support from The Gates Foundation, The Walton Family Foundation, Schmidt Futures, NewSchools Venture Fund and other foundations. All research was conducted by WestEd.