You've done the PD. Bought the resources. Some kids are still stuck. Here's why.
Go from second-guessing every lesson to knowing exactly why your students are stuck, and what to do next.

One-time payment · 10 PD hours · Lifetime access · Sale ends midnight May 1

When I first began teaching reading, I felt completely lost. The science of reading was full of jargon and conflicting advice. I remember sitting on my couch, toggling between free PDFs and YouTube videos, still feeling like I was guessing.

Things changed when I stopped chasing perfect materials and focused on understanding why students struggle, and what to do next. 
That shift changed everything. 

 Sound familiar?

You’ve done the PDs.

You’ve bought the TpT bundles.

You've restructured your reading block, dropped the leveled readers, watched the YouTube videos.

And yet… some of your students are still struggling.

This is one of the most frustrating places to land. From the outside, you're doing everything right. And in a lot of ways, you are.

The problem isn't effort. It isn't resources.
 
It's that most PD teaches you what to do. Nobody taught you why it works.

So when a student gets stuck, you don't know what to adjust. You move on because the schedule says to — even when something feels off.

That gap isn't your fault. Nearly half of teacher prep programs don't cover the science of reading adequately. The foundation was never laid.

Introducing...

Foundations in Reading Instruction
Your Pathway to Effective Literacy Teaching

A self-paced course that helps you confidently teach reading, backed by science, not guesswork.

Inside, you'll learn:

How to structure lessons so every skill builds logically and systematically.

Which assessments actually matter (and which waste your time).

The building blocks of reading — phonemic awareness, decoding, encoding, fluency, and comprehension — and how to teach each clearly, without confusion.

How to teach irregular high-frequency words using research-based strategies that make them stick.

Step-by-step methods to support struggling readers without redoing your whole curriculum.

Here's what you'll get:

10 concise training videos 

10 hours of PD credit 

Clear guidance 

Handouts + slides 

Lifetime Access 

Bonus Planning & Grouping Spreadsheet ($17 value)

Bonus: Mini Routine Generators ($47 value)

Most teachers spend $300+ a year on TpT downloads and one-off trainings that never truly connect. This

course is a one-time investment that finally ends that cycle.

 What teachers say after going through it:
Here's a look at what's inside the Foundations in Reading Instruction course:
10 Video Lessons ($297 value)

Short, plain-language trainings that break down the essential building blocks of reading — so you’ll finally understand why kids get stuck and what to do next.


You'll learn:

  • How to teach foundational reading skills without confusion 
  • What assessments to use (and why) 
  • Lesson structure examples 
  • Phonics, fluency, comprehension, and irregular words — made simple and practical 
  • Handouts + slides for quick reference while you plan or teach 
  • 10-hour PD certificate so you get professional credit for your time

 Lesson titles include:

Glossary of SoR Terms · Literacy Lesson Structure · Assessment Basics · Phonics & Spelling “Rules” · Phonemic Awareness · Decoding · Encoding (Spelling) · Irregular High-Frequency Words · Reading Fluency · Comprehension Basics · Professional Development Certificate

BONUS Planning & Grouping Spreadsheet ($17 value)

The #1 teacher-loved tool for organizing small groups and applying what you learn right away.

Track phonemic awareness, decoding, and fluency 
Auto-sort students by skill level 
Plan lessons and monitor growth with ease 
Editable. Practical. A total time-saver for busy teachers.


(Value: $17 – yours free with this course!)
NEW BONUS: Mini Routine Generators ($47 value)

Your built-in planning assistants for quick, research-based literacy routines.


Inside the course, you’ll now get access to 4 AI-powered “Mini Routine Generators” that help you plan, practice, and apply what you learn — instantly. Each one creates short, structured activities aligned to the Science of Reading so you can go from learning to doing in minutes.


Phonemic Awareness Wizard – Generate 2–3 minute oral sound routines for blending, segmenting, and manipulation. 
Decoding & Encoding Wizard – Create quick reading and spelling routines aligned to your phonics sequence. 
Fluency Minute Wizard – Plan short fluency warm-ups for phrasing, accuracy, and expression. 
Comprehension Companion Wizard – Build quick comprehension checks and discussion routines to deepen understanding.


(Value: $47 – included free with your course enrollment.)
10-Hour PD Certificate

License renewal hours you'll actually want — because this training applies directly to what you do every day.

Handouts + Slides

Skimmable reference tools for every lesson. Easy to pull up while you're planning or teaching.

Lifetime Access

Come back whenever you need a refresher before a unit, a new student, or a new school year.

ACCESSIBILITY

We subtitle all our videos and offer speed control too. Each video has a handout and cheat sheet. 

INSTANT ACCESS

The complete course is available immediately, so you can dig in right away (if you want!).

Total value: $381

ALL OF THIS FOR JUST $59 — SALE ENDS MIDNIGHT MAY 1

Finally stop second-guessing and teach reading with confidence — in under 10 hours.

Lifetime access · 10 PD hours · 30-day refund policy

Take a peek inside your Foundations in Reading Instruction dashboard
No background in the Science of Reading? No problem.
Good news! Many educators who join this course are brand new to these concepts. That’s why Foundations in Reading Instruction was designed to get you up to speed quickly and clearly.

Lead your reading block with calm confidence from start to finish 

 Know exactly how to respond when a student struggles with decoding or spelling 

 Use phonics rules and assessments effectively (without confusion)

 Group students strategically, based on real data — not guesswork

 Finally feel sure and proud of how you’re teaching reading

Try the course risk-free. If it’s not a fit, just request a refund within 30 days.

Meet Delilah
I had no idea my teacher training left me unprepared to teach kids to read. Even with a Master’s degree, I was taught to rely on leveled readers, sight words, and guessing strategies.

Everything changed when I started teaching at a dyslexia school — and realized how wrong that approach was.

That was 10 years ago. Since then, I’ve trained in Top 10 Tools, Orton-Gillingham, Lindamood-Bell, and more. I’ve worked with hundreds of struggling readers and coached teachers who felt just as lost as I once did.

I built Foundations in Reading Instruction so you don’t have to spend years piecing it all together. You’ll get the foundation you need to finally make every lesson, resource, and curriculum make sense.
Here's who joins FIRI
Based on onboarding surveys from current course students:

Average confidence in teaching reading: 3.1 out of 5 

Most common struggle: knowing what to do when a student just can't seem to get it 

Top reason for joining: wanting to do better for their students 

What they most want to walk away with: a clear understanding of SoR so they can teach with assurance

If any of that sounds like you, you're exactly who this course is for.

 This Is For You If…

You teach K–5 and want to understand the science behind what you're doing, not just follow a script

You're transitioning away from balanced literacy and need the foundation that makes the shift make sense

You've done some SoR training but still feel like you're patching things together

You want to support struggling readers more effectively without overhauling everything

You're stepping into a new role — interventionist, reading specialist, sped — and need to get up to speed quickly

 This Is NOT For You If…

You don't work with students learning to read 

You're already deeply trained in structured literacy and have a solid grasp of the why behind your instruction

You’re not open to adjusting your instruction

 Why Now?   

Most PD gives you more theory or more pieces to patch together. This course gives you one clear foundation — the knowledge that makes everything else make sense.

And this week, it's $59. That's $38 off the regular price, for three days only.

No overwhelm.
No shame.
No "you should already know this."
Have questions? I've got answers
  • What if I don't have any teacher training or don't know all the phonics and spelling rules?
    No problem. Many teachers who take this course are brand new to these concepts. That’s exactly why I created it - to get you up to speed quickly, without overwhelm. You’ll learn the essentials in plain language, with notes and handouts you can use right away.
  • Will this work with the curriculum I’m required to use?
    Yes. This course doesn’t replace your curriculum. It gives you the foundation to make sense of it. Once you understand how reading develops, you’ll know how to adapt and adjust any curriculum with confidence.
  • What ages and grade levels does this course address?
    The strategies in this course are designed for K–5 educators working with students learning to read, including those who struggle.
  • How will I get the product after I purchase?
    You will receive an email with a link to log into a portal. Once you log in, you'll see a tutorial and to access the course lessons. This is a digital product, meaning you will not receive a physical product in the mail.
  • How long will I have access to the course?
    You will have access through the life of this program. If I ever decide to close the doors, you'll have at least 3 months notice.
  • Are your videos captioned or transcribed?
    Yes. All videos have closed captioning, transcripts, and notes are also available for each lesson.
  • How long does it take to complete the course, and is it self-paced?
    The course is self-paced and contains 10 lessons. You can finish the whole thing in under 10 hours, or spread it out over the year and revisit when you need a refresher. Even if you only watch one lesson this week, you’ll walk away with strategies you can use tomorrow.
  • How is this different from your other resources (Starter Kit or Literacy Launchpad)
    The Starter Kit gives you ready-to-use tools to set up a basic daily phonics lessons. Literacy Launchpad is an ongoing membership with resources and live training. This course is different: it’s the foundation that makes everything else click. If you’ve ever felt like you’re patching things together, this is the training that pulls it all into one clear, steady system.
  • Do you offer refunds?
    Yes, I do! If you're not pleased with your purchase, please send an email to info@thriveedservices.com within 30 days of your purchase.
  • I have a different question.
    Great! Send an email to info@thriveedservices.com and we'll get back to you within 48 hours.
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Think about where you honestly are today — not where you want to be.

What is your biggest gap right now?

Pick the one that creates the most friction in your teaching day.

What best describes your teaching situation?

Choose the one that fits most of your work.

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Ten modules. Self-paced. PD certificate included. Everything you need to stop patching things together and start making real decisions about your students.

$59 through midnight May 1. Then it goes back to $97.

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