Phonics
Build the sound foundation needed for reading.
Raising Confident Readers · Ages 3.5–7
From learning to read, to loving to read.
A joyful reading journey for children aged 3.5–7 years. Phonics • Vocabulary • Fluency • Comprehension • Story Reading • Storytelling
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Every child has a reading journey
We meet children where they are
Some children are just beginning to connect sounds and letters. Some can read a few words but need support to blend and read sentences. Others are ready to understand stories and read more independently.
RCR meets children where they are and helps them move forward — one skill, one story and one little success at a time.
The RCR program is designed across three progressive levels, with each level building on the skills developed before it.
More than learning to read
Reading is not simply recognising words
At Little Laudable Learners, a confident reader learns to:
Listen
Understand
Read
Think
Express
That’s why RCR brings together six essential areas:
Vocabulary
Discover new words and understand how they are used.
Fluency
Move towards smoother, more confident reading.
Comprehension
Understand stories and texts, answer questions and make connections.
Story Reading
Explore age-appropriate stories and develop a meaningful relationship with books.
Storytelling
Retell, narrate and express ideas using imagination and language.
The RCR journey
Three levels. One growing reader.
Discovering the World of Sounds & Words
Children begin building the foundations of reading through:
Phonemic Awareness • Onset & Rimes • Blending • Basic Sight Words • Vocabulary • Fluency • Guided Reading • Storytelling
Children begin to:
- recognise and work with sounds
- blend sounds to read words
- build basic sight-word knowledge
- develop vocabulary
- engage with stories
- narrate simple stories
- make predictions
- connect stories with their world
Growing into a More Confident Reader
Children strengthen their reading skills through:
Digraphs & Diphthongs • Segmenting • Long & Short Vowels • Vocabulary • Fluency • Self-Expression • Story Narration
They progress towards:
- reading words and simple sentences
- developing greater fluency
- expanding vocabulary
- expressing ideas
- narrating stories
- engaging more meaningfully with text
Strengthening Independent Reading Skills
Children explore more advanced reading and spelling patterns through:
Consonant Blends • Magic ‘e’ • Silent Letters • Phonograms • Spelling Patterns • Vocabulary • Fluency • Story Reading • Storytelling
They work towards greater confidence in reading, understanding and expressing themselves through stories and text. The Level 3 curriculum includes concepts such as soft c/g/h, r-controlled patterns and spelling rules.
What does the RCR journey look like?
An L3 learning arc
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01 — Explore
A story, sound, picture, conversation or activity gets the child thinking.
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02 — Learn
The teacher introduces the new reading concept in an age-appropriate way.
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03 — Practise
Children practise through words, sentences, stories, activities and guided reading.
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04 — Express
Children use what they have learnt through reading, narration, conversation and storytelling.
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05 — Reflect
With a teacher’s friendly help, children feel proud of their progress, appreciate each other and find new ways to grow.
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06 — Celebrate
Children get opportunities to showcase their learning through Show Days and receive a certificate on level completion.
What’s inside the RCR program?
Everything a growing reader needs
Structured Learning
A progressive curriculum designed to build reading skills step by step.
Small-Group Classes
An interactive learning environment where children get opportunities to participate.
Workbooks
Learning is reinforced through age-appropriate workbooks.
Periodic Assessment
Progress is observed and assessed as children move through their learning journey.
Show Days
Children get a virtual stage to showcase their reading, storytelling and other acquired skills.
Level Completion
Children receive a certificate on successful completion of their level.
What makes RCR different?
We don’t rush the reader. We build the reader.
Child-centred
Every child learns at their own pace.
Story-based
Stories make reading meaningful and enjoyable.
Skill-focused
We work on the skills behind confident reading — not just reading aloud.
Interactive
Children are encouraged to participate, respond and express.
Progressive
Each level builds on the previous one.
Personalised
Assessment helps us understand where each child is and what they need next.
From sounds to stories
That’s the RCR journey.
Sounds
Words
Sentences
Stories
Understanding
Expression
And then… the journey continues
A little reader today. A confident communicator tomorrow.
RCR builds the strong reading foundation children need for their next stage of learning. As they grow, their journey continues into:
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RCR
Raising Confident Readers
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Growing Skills
Reading • Understanding • Thinking • Expressing
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RCC
Raising Confident Communicators
The broader L3 program is designed to progress from reading foundations into communication skills such as strategic reading, creative writing, grammar, public speaking and storytelling.
What parents can look forward to
Through RCR, children get opportunities to develop:
- Stronger reading foundations
- Phonics and word-reading skills
- Vocabulary and fluency
- Reading comprehension
- Story reading and storytelling
- Confidence to participate and express themselves
- A more meaningful and enjoyable reading experience
Learning with our educators
Guidance matters as much as curriculum.
Our trained educators guide children through their reading journey with patience, encouragement and age-appropriate learning experiences.
They observe children’s progress, support areas that need strengthening and create opportunities for every child to participate.
Learning that deserves a stage · Show Day
Reading is something they can share.
Reading isn’t only something children learn. Through our Show Days, children get opportunities to showcase their learning through activities such as:
StorytellingReadingSpeakingProjects
What parents say
Little readers, big smiles
My daughter is very interested in attending the classes and looks forward to joining them. She has become more confident in speaking and is also making a good effort to improve her reading skills. Overall, it is a very good program, and I am happy with her progress. I only regret that I enrolled my child a little late, as I feel she would have benefited even more if she had joined earlier.
Mrs. Uma Maheshwari GParent of Ms. Sahaanaa Vignesh · Raising Confident Readers · RCR 19
We are really happy to see how much Anjana has improved. She is now able to blend words confidently, and the best part is that she has started showing more interest in reading. Seeing her pick up a book and try to read on her own makes us very happy as parents.
A big thank you to Surya Ma’am and the entire team for supporting and encouraging the children throughout their learning journey. We are so happy to see Anjana growing in confidence and enjoying reading more each day.
Mrs. Janani UmashankarParent of Anjana U · Raising Confident Readers · RCR 22
I have seen a good improvement in my child. She is now trying to read independently without any support, which makes me very happy and proud. I am really pleased with her progress and sincerely appreciate the support and guidance provided to her. Thank you for helping my child improve and develop her skills.
Mrs. Akila ShakthiParent of Miss L Eshanthika · Raising Confident Readers · RCR 21
My child has slowly started learning and reading small words. I am very happy with the progress. The teaching is excellent, and I’m really glad to see my child enjoying the learning process.
Mrs. V. ParvathyParent of Miss V. Sahana · Raising Confident Readers · RCR 24
Frequently asked questions
Questions parents ask about RCR
What age is RCR for?
RCR is designed for children aged 3.5–7 years, across Levels 1–3.
Does my child need to know phonics before joining?
Not necessarily. We first understand the child’s current reading level and place them in the appropriate level.
How do I know which level is right for my child?
Book a Level Check and we will understand your child’s current reading skills and recommend the appropriate starting level.
Are RCR classes online?
Yes. RCR is an online after-school program conducted in small groups.
What does RCR cover?
Phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, story reading and storytelling.
Will my child get a workbook?
Yes. Workbooks are provided as part of the program.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. Periodic assessment is part of the program to understand children’s learning and progress.
Will my child get opportunities to speak?
Yes. The program includes storytelling, narration and opportunities to showcase acquired skills through Show Days.
Every confident reader starts with one little step.
Give your child the right foundation to read, understand, express and grow.
Raising Confident Readers · For ages 3.5–7 years | Levels 1–3
