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The Complete Home Bundle
The Secret StoriesĀ® book, phonics flashcards, music download, and parent guide. Everything arrives in one box, ready to use the same day.
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NO TEACHING BACKGROUND NEEDED
What's Included
Both kits include
- Secret StoriesĀ® Book Core
- Brain-Based Red Phonics Flashcards Core
- Musical Phonics Songs Download Included
- Parent Quick Start Guide Included
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$199 value - Secret StoriesĀ® App (21-day free trial) FREE then $19.99/4wks
Works alongside any home reading program
- Homeschool Co-ops
- Reading Eggs
- Hooked on Phonics
- Bob Books
- Explode the Code
- Any Home Curriculum
Layers on top of whatever you're already using at home. No curriculum change required.
Secret StoriesĀ® Parent & Homeschool Resource Bundle
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Everything you need to teach your child to read at home. No teaching background required.
- Same research-backed method used in 100,000+ classrooms, adapted for home use
- Includes the Secret StoriesĀ® book, phonics flashcards, music download, and parent guide
- No scripted lessons or curriculum to follow. Just 15 minutes a day of story-based phonics practice
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Not at all. The Parent Quick Start Guide walks you through everything step by step. Most parents are up and running in their first sitting. The stories do the teaching for you.
Ideal for ages 4-8 (Pre-K through 2nd grade). Also works well for older struggling readers who need to build phonics confidence.
Same Secret StoriesĀ® method, adapted for home use. The bundle includes the Brain-Based Red flashcards and a parent-specific quick start guide instead of classroom posters. If you are also a teacher, check out the Classroom Kit for your classroom setup.
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"My 6-year-old went from refusing to read to begging for 'one more secret' before bed. He corrects words on cereal boxes now. Worth every penny for our family."
The Phonics Supplement
Secret StoriesĀ® isn't a curriculum, it's a phonics supplement
It layers on top of whatever phonics program you're already using at home - Reading Eggs, Hooked on Phonics, Bob Books, any homeschool curriculum, or just your regular bedtime reading. Start with the Parent Bundle and add the Workbook when your child is ready for guided practice.
Secret StoriesĀ® overview for parents & educators
ESSA STRONG
EVIDENCE-BASED
EVIDENCE-BASED
1.5-2+
GRADE LEVEL READING
GAINS
GAINS
100K+
EDUCATORS & PARENTS
6x
CORE CURRICULUM IMPACT
What's Inside the Bundle
Everything a parent needs to accelerate their child's reading at home, no teaching degree required.
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The Secret StoriesĀ® Book
The foundation. Brain-based stories that explain why letters make their sounds. Read the stories with your child and watch them start decoding on their own.
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Brain-Based Red Flashcards
6x6 cards with Secret Story mnemonic sound images for hands-on practice. Perfect for car rides, quiet time, or daily review sessions.
Districts & States Trust Us
Adopted by school districts + recognized at the federal level
Approved for Title I, II, and IV federal funding. ESSA Strong evidence rating verified by independent peer review.
Palm Beach County - FL
NYC DOE - New York
Featured district adopter
100K+
Educators & Parents Nationwide
ESSA Strong - Tier 1 Evidence
Verified by LXD Research - the highest evidence rating defined by the Every Student Succeeds Act
Real parents. Real kids. Real results.
Average results 1.5–2+ grade levels of reading growth using Secret Stories®
Names and grades verified. Real parents sharing measurable results from their own homes.
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Came in well below grade level. By spring, all but 2 are readers.
"The 2 who aren't will qualify for services, but that's 2, not 16."
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Courtney M.
Kindergarten - Pre-K/K classroom
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Kindergarteners hit Florida FAST Level 4 or 5 by December.
"Every single student showed significant growth from August. I didn't believe it would work this fast."
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Irene
Kindergarten - Florida FAST scores
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Title I intervention students reading at or above grade level by spring.
"Last year it was 11. The only variable was Secret StoriesĀ®."
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Mr. Donovan
Title I Intervention - Multiple grades
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Mrs. Reyes
Kindergarten Teacher
"My kids don't just learn the stories, they USE them. A student hit a tricky word yesterday and said 'Oh! That's Mommy E!' without me prompting. That never happened with our old phonics program."
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Tara K.
1st Grade - UFLI user
"It's not another program to learn. I teach my UFLI lesson, and Secret StoriesĀ® makes it stick. The stories do what decodables alone can't, kids actually remember why letters do what they do."
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Andrea
1st - 2nd Grade
"I had every phonics rule taped to my wall. Kids walked right past them. With Secret StoriesĀ®, they point at the posters mid-sentence and correct themselves. The stories make the rules real."
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Micki
1st Grade - 24 years teaching
"I've been teaching 24 years. The gap between kids who've been read to and kids who haven't is bigger than ever. Secret StoriesĀ® is the only thing that closes it for both groups at the same time."
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Homeschool Mom
Parent - Pre-K homeschool
"My 6-year-old went from refusing to read to begging for 'one more secret' before bed. He corrects words on cereal boxes now. Worth every penny for our family."
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Jenna L.
1st Grade - Bought out of pocket
"Bought it with my own money. Within two months my principal asked what I was doing differently. She ordered it for the whole grade level. That never happens."
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Coach Adriana
Reading Specialist - 15 yrs
"I've used 11 phonics programs in 15 years. This is in the top 2, and it's the only one kids actually beg to do."
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Kerri
Kindergarten
"I turn all the posters face-down on day one. When we find a Secret in our reading, the kids yell 'THERE'S A SECRET!' and we flip it over together. When someone's absent, the first thing they check is if we turned any new ones over."
Parents and teachers, in their own words
- "3 of them moved up two reading levels in a month. I was skeptical. I am not anymore."
- "The only phonics tool my ELL students actually remember."
- "I've never had a parent email me about phonics before. Three did this year asking what we're doing differently."
- "Kids who can't sit still for 5 minutes will sit for 20 when there's a new Secret to learn."
Results You Can See, Not Just Hear About
Real classrooms and homes, real growth, year after year. Watch parents and teachers share their results.
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"Closed the phonics gap for my Tier 3 group."
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"The most useful and interactive posters I have."
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"11 students at grade level last year. 34 this year."
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The Phonics Supplement
Secret StoriesĀ® isn't a curriculum, it's a phonics supplement
It layers on top of whatever phonics program you're already using at home - Reading Eggs, Hooked on Phonics, Bob Books, your homeschool curriculum, anything. Start with the Parent Bundle, then build out from there.
Layer these on
Secret StoriesĀ® App
iOS & Android
Mobile companion for at-home practice and on-the-go review. Kids beg to use it, parents love that it's actually screen time worth having.
Phonics Flashcards
If you want extra sets
Additional printed card sets for spaced review. Great for keeping one set at home and one in the car for practice anywhere.
Great add-ons, when you're ready
Better Alphabet Cards™
1 deck per family
Whole-family alphabet deck for daily warm-ups and shared instruction. Works alongside the phonics flashcards.
Class Kit
For parents who also teach
If you're also a classroom teacher or tutor, the Class Kit includes the full classroom poster set alongside the book. Perfect for dual home and classroom use.
Tell us your situation
Recommended Start
Parent & Homeschool Bundle (this product)
The at-home foundation. Parent-friendly, no teaching background required. Layers on top of any phonics curriculum you're using at home, or stands alongside it as a daily 15-minute supplement. No lesson planning required.
Highly recommended next
- Student Workbook (1 per child)
- Secret StoriesĀ® App for screen time that's actually useful
- Phonics Flashcards for car rides and quiet practice
The Research
The science behind why Secret StoriesĀ® works
Secret StoriesĀ® was built on 25+ years of cognitive science research into how the brain learns to read, bridging phonemic awareness, decoding, and meaning-making through narrative.
What does ESSA Strong mean?
The Every Student Succeeds Act's highest evidence rating
ESSA defines four tiers of evidence. "Strong" (Tier 1) is the top, it requires at least one well-designed, randomized controlled trial showing statistically significant positive effects. Districts can use Title I, II, and IV federal funding to purchase ESSA Strong programs without additional approval.
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PEER-REVIEWED STUDIES
Across K-5 classrooms, ELL populations, and Tier 3 interventions.
1.5-2+
GRADE LEVEL GROWTH
Average reading fluency gain across classrooms and homes using Secret StoriesĀ®.
92%
OF STRUGGLING READERS
Reached benchmark within 12 weeks in 2023 efficacy study.
6x
THE IMPACT OF CORE CURRICULUM
Effect size on phonics mastery vs. district-adopted basal alone.
EFFECT SIZE -> HIGHER IS BETTER
SOURCE: EVIDENCEFORESSA.ORG
Avg. of 100 most-researched programs
McGraw-Hill - Wilson - Scholastic - F&P…
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Core curriculum with phonics layered in
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ESSA TIER 1
.24 ES - industry average
.41 ES - + explicit phonics
1.62 ES - + Secret StoriesĀ®
Getting Started at Home
From box to breakthrough in under 8 weeks
Designed for busy parents. No lesson plans, no prep, no teaching background needed.
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Open the box, read the first story
No lesson plans. Open the book with your child, read the first Secret Story together, and point out the matching flashcard. That is it.
15 min first session
Week 1-2
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Build the routine
Read one new Secret Story a day. Use the flashcards for 5-minute review sessions. Kids start spotting the Secrets in books, signs, and cereal boxes.
15 min/day
Week 3-6
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Watch them decode
Your child begins self-correcting as they read. They will point at words and say "That is a Secret!" Most parents see a noticeable shift by week 4.
15 min/day
Week 7+
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Independent reading confidence
Your child reads unfamiliar words by connecting them to the stories. Add the Workbook for guided practice when they are ready.
Ongoing
Parent Quick Start Guide
Walk-through for parents. Read it in 10 minutes, start the same day.
Bonus Phonics Videos
10+ hours of phonics videos. Watch alongside your child or use as independent reinforcement.
Parent + Teacher community
175K+ parents and teachers in our private group sharing tips and results daily.
Secret StoriesĀ® App
iOS and Android app for on-the-go practice. 21-day free trial included with Value Pack.
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How Secret StoriesĀ® Outperforms Traditional Phonics
Secret StoriesĀ®
Other Programs
Backed by 27 peer-reviewed studies
ESSA Strong evidence rating
Designed for both teachers AND parents
Works without scripted lessons or training
Engages students through storytelling
Teaches WHY letters make their sounds
Used in 100,000+ classrooms and homes
Frequently Asked Questions
No, and that is the point. Secret StoriesĀ® is a phonics supplement, not a curriculum or program. It is designed to layer on top of whatever phonics program parents or teachers are already using, Reading Eggs, Hooked on Phonics, your district adoption, anything. Most parents and teachers see a lift in 2 to 3 weeks when they slot it into their daily routine.
Most parents report visible shifts in confidence and decoding within 2-3 weeks. Kids start spotting "Secrets" in books, signs, and packaging around the house. Measurable reading gains typically appear by week 4-6.
Yes. It is specifically designed to layer on top of any homeschool curriculum, reading program, or even just daily bedtime reading. No curriculum change required.
Ideal for ages 4-8 (Pre-K through 2nd grade). Also works well for older struggling readers who need to build phonics confidence from the ground up.
Not at all. The Parent Quick Start Guide walks you through everything step by step. Most parents are up and running in their first sitting. The stories do the teaching for you.
Absolutely. The storytelling approach gives ELL children a meaningful framework to remember sounds rather than memorizing rules in a second language.
Because each bundle includes printed materials, all sales are final. You can preview every component in our flip-through video and sample pages above. We have been around 25+ years and our 4.9 star rating from 9,000+ reviews speaks for itself.
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How It Works
No More Confusing RulesāJust Logical, Memorable Stories
Forget traditional memorization methods. Secret Stories reveals simple and fun "secrets" behind phonics patterns through engaging stories your child will naturally remember, effortlessly decoding words from day one.
Essential Literacy Skills Your Child Will Master
Confident Learning
Eliminate reading frustration, making literacy fun and engaging.
Spelling Accuracy
Naturally spell words correctly without repetitive drills.
Independent Writing
Gain confidence expressing ideas clearly and accurately.
Confident Reading & Decoding
lnstantly decode new words by understanding the logic behind letter sounds.
Enhanced Vocabulary & Comprehension
Understand words and texts easily through intuitive learning.
Trusted by Hundreds of Thousands of Educators Nationwide
Secret Stories is the only homeschool-friendly phonics kit with ESSA Tier I evidence and an average effect size of 1.62āfar above industry standards. Your child will read sooner, better, and with less stress.
How it works
Kids Hear the Secrets & Instantly Understand
Traditional phonics requires memorization. Secret Stories reveals the hidden logic behind letter sounds using engaging, brain-based stories that stick.
Instantly Apply the Secrets in Reading & Writing
Instead of guessing or memorizing, kids use the stories immediately to decode and spell words correctly.
Confidence Grows & Literacy AcceleratesāWithout Frustration
The more kids read, the more the secrets reinforce themselvesāleading to faster progress, higher fluency, and a love for reading.
Why Educators Love This
Brain-Based Learning
Uses cognitive neuroscience to align with natural learning processes.
Effortless Decoding
Helps kids stop guessing and start reading.
Perfect for Any Learner
Supports struggling readers, ESL students, and early learners.
Hear From Teachers and Parents Who've Seen the Difference
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a full phonics curriculum or a supplement?
Secret StoriesĀ® is not a curriculumāitās a brain-based teaching tool that works with any phonics or reading program to dramatically speed up skill acquisition
How quickly will I see results in my classroom?
Most teachers report noticeable improvements in decoding, spelling, and confidence within just 2ā3 weeks of consistent useāespecially when paired with the Better Alphabetā¢ song.
Can I use this with my existing reading program?
Yes! Secret StoriesĀ® was designed to seamlessly integrate with any existing curriculum. It fills the āphonics gapā by giving kids access to the entire code earlier, so they donāt get stuck memorizing sight words.
What grade levels is this best for?
Secret StoriesĀ® works for all reading and writing levels; however, our kits are ideal for PreK through Grade 3. Many intervention specialists, SPED teachers, and even adult literacy educators also use it successfully with older learners.
Will this work for English Language Learners (ELLs)?
Absolutely. The visual mnemonics, movement, and storytelling make abstract phonics rules concreteāperfect for ELLs who need more than memorization to make sense of English sounds.
Do I need training to use this?
No formal training is required. The book includes a full teaching guide, and the tools are intuitive and flexible. That said, optional PD and workshops are available if you'd like to go deeper.
Is there a return policy?
Due to the digital download included and proprietary content inside the book, weāre unable to accept returns on the kit, bundle, or book. But teachers consistently say it's the most valuable resource theyāve ever purchased for their classroom.
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Secret StoriesĀ® Decorative Brights Class Kit
$149.99
$199.99
Complete phonics toolkit for teachers
Bright, engaging posters + songs included
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Secret StoriesĀ® Homeschool Kit
$119.99
$149.99
Designed for parents & tutors
Includes book, flashcards, and song download
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Secret StoriesĀ® Cool Pastel Class Kit
$149.99
$199.99
Quick-reference visuals for sound patterns
Perfect for home or classroom use
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Secret StoriesĀ® Digital App (iOS, Android, Web)
$14.99
Interactive, on-the-go phonics learning
Great for centers, tutoring, or home play
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