Stepping Stones – Literacy Confidence
Stepping Stones – Literacy Confidence
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The Stepping Stones Hub is designed for children aged 5 - 10 years who have mastered basic letter sounds and can confidently read and write simple words and sentences. This hub helps them progress to the next stage of literacy by introducing digraphs, common spelling rules, and word endings.
Each of the 10 workshops builds on the previous one, providing clear guidance on when your child is ready to progress to the next workshop. The content in this hub is designed to align with the first year of schooling under The New Zealand Curriculum.
What Your Child Will Learn
✔ Read and write words containing digraphs, common spelling rules, and word endings.
✔ Apply these new skills in reading and writing complete sentences.
✔ Gain confidence in reading and spelling more complex words independently.
Everything You Get With the Hub
✔ 10 workshops with lifetime access.
✔ Led by literacy educators.
✔ Aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.
✔ Based on proven Structured Literacy approach.
✔ Includes real examples you can follow at home.
✔ Only 45 minutes per workshop.
✔ Understand how your child learns to read and write.
Is This the Right Hub for My Child?
To check if your child is ready for this hub, try this simple quiz.
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Hub FAQs
How long do I have access to a hub?
You have lifetime access to all workshops in the hub(s) you purchase.
What resources come with the hubs?
- 7 - 10 Interactive workshops (30-45 minutes each).
- Engaging self-paced video workshops taught by a New Zealand Literacy expert
- Printable Word Whizz paper to help structure the lesson during the writing component.
How long does each workshop take?
Each workshop takes around 40 minutes, but every child is different—some may take longer or shorter.
What is my role as a parent or tutor?
We recommend that an adult actively supports their child’s learning. This helps you understand their progress and guide them when needed. Parents, grandparents, and tutors can all benefit from learning alongside children!
What device do I need?
We recommend using a laptop, computer, or iPad for the best experience. An iPhone or small-screen device is not suitable.
Do I need to download any software?
No downloads are required! Workshops are delivered via an online link. After purchasing, you'll receive a link to access your hub(s).
How does Word Whizz help children with learning difficulties like dyslexia?
Our Structured Literacy approach is research-based and highly effective for children with dyslexia. It provides:
- Step-by-step, systematic teaching
- Repeated practice at different levels (letters, sounds, words, and sentences)
- Unlimited access to workshops so children can revisit lessons as needed
Research shows children with dyslexia may need 3-4 times more practice than their peers, which is why we offer ongoing access to all workshops.