The Easier, More Effective Way to Teach Kindergarten Reading

While many assume kindergarten is all about the basics like letter recognition and phonics, teachers understand kindergarten reading programs are about building a strong foundation for comprehension, language development, and a lifelong love of reading. Yet, many teachers find themselves piecing things together without a clear plan because their reading curriculum struggles to juggle all of the many moving parts.

Rooted in Reading for Kindergarten changes that. This comprehensive, literature-based curriculum gives you a step-by-step roadmap to grow confident, curious readers—while making your planning easier and your lessons more impactful.

The Challenge of Teaching Reading in Kindergarten

As a kindergarten teacher, you wear all the hats:

• Teaching children how to listen to a story and understand it
• Building oral language and introducing Tier 2 vocabulary words
• Helping students make sense of print while developing critical thinking skills
• Creating meaningful activities that engage young learners and align with standards

It’s a lot—and sometimes it can feel like you’re doing a little bit of everything without knowing if it’s all sticking.

That’s where Rooted in Reading for Kindergarten comes in.

What Makes Rooted in Reading Different?

This isn’t just a set of worksheets or random activities—it’s a fully structured program grounded in best practices and designed to complement the Science of Reading’s comprehension component.

Here’s how it supports young learners:

4 Weekly Read-Aloud Lessons Each Month

• High-quality picture books selected for their developmental appropriateness and richness in language
• Builds listening comprehension and background knowledge—the building blocks of reading success

Comprehension and Vocabulary Activities

• Engage students in oral language discussions and interactive activities that make Tier 2 vocabulary stick
• Teach students to listen for key details, make predictions, and retell stories

Integrated Grammar and Writing Lessons

• Scaffolded writing tasks and grammar lessons meet students where they are as emerging readers and writers

Hands-On Anchor Charts and Printables

• Visual tools support comprehension, oral discussion, and critical thinking

Consistent Weekly Routines

• Take the guesswork out of lesson prep and bring calm to your classroom structure

Supports the Science of Reading

• Focuses on comprehension as a key pillar while reinforcing oral language, listening skills, and vocabulary development

Everything is designed to help young learners thrive while making your job easier.

What Teachers Are Saying

“This curriculum completely changed my reading block. My students are actively listening, engaging in discussions, and using vocabulary in ways I didn’t think were possible in kindergarten.” — Kindergarten Teacher

“Finally, a program that helps me teach comprehension in a way that’s developmentally appropriate AND fun. My kinders are so proud of themselves.” — Early Childhood Educator

“Rooted in Reading gives me a roadmap. I can confidently plan knowing I’m hitting all the right skills.” — Classroom Teacher

Get the Complete Kindergarten Reading Curriculum

You can grab the full-year Rooted in Reading for Kindergarten bundle here:

It includes an entire year of lessons, printables, vocabulary activities, grammar practice, and more—all aligned with early literacy goals and designed around books your students will love.

Try a Free Week

Want to see it in action? Download a free week of Rooted in Reading for Kindergarten and try it in your classroom.

Teaching kindergarteners to read is no small task—but Rooted in Reading gives you the tools, the structure, and the confidence to make it happen. With intentional read-alouds, engaging activities, and developmentally appropriate routines, you’ll help your students grow their comprehension skills and their love of reading.

Let’s give your kinders the strong start they deserve.