

A research-based, standards-aligned early literacy curriculum with systematic phonics and differentiated reading instruction for inclusive classrooms, enhanced by play-based learning and robust educator support.
A research-based, standards-aligned early literacy curriculum with systematic phonics and differentiated reading instruction for inclusive classrooms, enhanced by play-based learning and robust educator support.
Educators working with young learners are the gateway to establishing a strong foundation for literacy learning and a love of learning. They are also often the first to identify learning challenges or provide alternative access to learning for learners with complex bodies.
ReadtopiaGO, provides educators with a comprehensive, research-based early literacy curriculum for emergent readers in Pre-K through grade 2+ with complex learning needs. Backed by the science of teaching reading, ReadtopiaGO is the key to delivering engaging, differentiated instruction that puts young learners on the path to conventional literacy success.
Meeting the needs of diverse learners is at the heart of ReadtopiaGO.
Used by educators working with children in self-contained, inclusive, Head Start, speech-language pathology clinics, and other early learning programs, this curriculum is designed to provide accessible and differentiated instruction for learners with complex bodies or learning needs.
ReadtopiaGO extends the reach of science-of-reading based instruction to any inclusive setting, ensuring educators and support staff have ready-to-use tools with integrated training and explicit lesson plans to implement grab and go literacy learning.
Rooted in the groundbreaking work of Dr. Karen Erickson and Dr. David Koppenhaver, authors of Comprehensive Literacy for All, ReadtopiaGO bridges the gap between literacy research and classroom practice. Developed with Head Start Standards, this curriculum ensures that your program aligns with best practices in early literacy development.
With four+ years of literacy lesson plans, each containing 32 books with differentiated text options, educators and learners have a lot to choose from. The custom-created books that anchor each lesson include diverse characters and inclusive settings, so children see themselves reflected as heroes, dreamers, and achievers.
These books, along with an explicit scope and instructional sequence, interactive puppet shows, and play-based activity centers, are designed to captivate young minds while building critical early literacy skills like alphabet recognition, phonics, and independent writing.
We know that delivering high-quality instruction can feel overwhelming, especially in specialized settings. That’s why ReadtopiaGO comes with explicit and detailed Teacher Guides for every book and lesson. These guides include step-by-step instructional routines like predictable chart writing, morning messages, and integrated literacy lessons that support a variety of learning styles.
New to teaching early literacy? No problem. ReadtopiaGO Teacher Tutorial videos provide clear, practical guidance, making this curriculum easy to use by special education teachers, inclusive educators, paraprofessionals, and speech-language pathologists including those new to special education.
Using this curriculum within a school and district builds capacity and provides a framework for delivery of effective literacy instruction.
Learning should be joyful, and ReadtopiaGO infuses fun into every lesson. With play-based activity centers and interactive routines, children explore literacy concepts in ways that feel natural and engaging. Self-directed reading and independent writing activities also encourage learners to participate in a developmentally appropriate way.
The curriculum also features interactive puppet show videos, bringing stories and lessons to life in a way that keeps students motivated and excited about literacy development.
Teaching early literacy is both an art and a science, and ReadtopiaGO makes it easy to balance both. The program includes:
By combining structure with flexibility, ReadtopiaGO empowers you to tailor lessons to meet each learner’s unique needs and interests while staying grounded in proven methodologies.
“I think ReadtopiaGO has been a game changer in what I've seen for our educators to be able to have materials ready, age-respectful materials that are evidence-based, get the units that they are enjoying and the kids are connecting with and loving. It's been fun to watch our learners just progress and their vocabulary develop and use their augmentative communication systems to really just blossom in their ability to let us know what they're thinking, what their opinions are.”
"Because of how Readtopia, ReadtopiaGO, Monarch and all of the resources and instructional materials align, I was able to show my Administration that my students CAN read! Everyone in our program loves Readtopia and ReadtopiaGo!"
"The use of the cycles keeps the class on track and we have witnessed our paraprofessionals being able to assist in many different capacities as they watch the teacher and learn the lessons, too. The paraprofessionals can then take the scripted lessons and work one on one with the students who need more time."
"ReadtopiaGO has given me all the content in one place, saving hours and hours of planning and allowing me to focus on the actual learning routines and making them meaningful for each student. This curriculum is leveling the playing field for our students with the greatest need and giving educators the tools to be successful. "
"ReadtopiaGO has increased my students' engagement with their colorful and exciting stories. My K-1 students have shown growth in the areas of phonemic awareness, language and vocabulary acquisition and reading readiness skills. The units are easy to follow with clear directions for teachers. I love the inclusion of AAC devices without having to modify them on my own. It is an inclusive curriculum that takes a lot of the behind the scenes work off the teachers’ plate."
“One Elementary Special Education Teacher has created individual student packets from Learning Letters and Making Words that support the paraprofessionals re-teaching and engaging students in literacy throughout their day. The teacher shared how thankful she is to have the resources from ReadtopiaGo.”
"We've seen incredible growth in our students' literacy skills thanks to Readtopia and ReadoptiaGO! The materials capture our student's attention, build their literacy confidence, and have made learning to read an exciting adventure!"
$675 USD/year
(per educator)
Homeschool/Parents:
If you’d like to bring
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home, call us at
847-238-8889
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Start the day with a positive classroom routine using morning message ideas that incorporate literacy learning.
Author Name: Building Wings
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Date: June 13, 2024
Read BlogAn early-childhood educator shares the moment she discovered the benefits of using puppets in early childhood classrooms
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Date: January 17, 2024
Read BlogAn on-demand webinar with two special educators who share the process they used to select an early childhood literacy curriculum.
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Date: March 16, 2023
Watch NowThe design and execution of ReadtopiaGO are drawn from the work of Dr. Karen Erickson and her team at the Center for Literacy and Disability Studies, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Their work and the work of many literacy researchers is incorporated into daily instructional routines within this curriculum solution that educators can use to confidently provide comprehensive literacy instruction based on the science of reading.
See the ReadtopiaGO White paper.
A detailed scope and sequence outlines how educators will employ the systematic instruction outlined within two alphabet and phonics instructional programs within ReadtopiaGO that can be used with ALL learners including those who are non-speaking.
Each of the 32 topics within each of the four years of instructional materials includes an explicit Teacher Guide with “say and do” prompts, resources, and supports to complete five cycles of instruction. In addition, Teaching Tutorial videos are included for all instructional routines which are especially helpful for new educators, substitute teachers or educational assistants/paras.
Four years of literacy instructional lessons are included and are organized within themes and collections. Each year includes four collections and there are four themes within each collection. This offers learners and educators choice to match content with learner interest and calendar content.
Karen A. Erickson, Ph.D. is Director of the Center for Literacy and Disability Studies at University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill. Her focus is on understanding the best ways to assess and teach reading and writing to children with the most severe disabilities. As a special education teacher, Dr. Erickson has worked to support students with a range of disabilities in a variety of classroom settings, particularly students who do not use speech as their primary means of communication.
Website: https://www.med.unc.edu/ahs/clds
Author Profile: https://products.brookespublishing.com/cw_Contributorinfo.aspx?ContribID=110&Name=Karen+Erickson,Ph.D.
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