JK and Kindergarten
Letter names and sounds, rhyming, hearing the first and last sound in a word, and blending sounds into simple words like "cat" and "sun". Lessons are playful and short, with lots of drawing and movement on the whiteboard.
Online Reading Tutor for Kids
Live 1-on-1 reading lessons that build phonics, fluency and comprehension step by step.
If reading time at your house ends in frustration, guessing or tears, you are not alone, and it is not because your child is not trying. Reading is a set of skills that build on each other: hearing the sounds in words, matching those sounds to letters, blending them together, reading smoothly, and understanding what the words mean. When one piece is shaky, everything that sits on top of it feels hard.
Our online reading tutors work 1-on-1 with your child over live video, next to a colorful shared whiteboard. Through our Reading Boost Program, grounded in the Science of Reading, tutors find exactly which skills are missing, teach them in order, and give your child short daily exercises so progress keeps going between lessons. We work with families across the US and Canada, from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8.
Book your free consultation
Tell us about your child and we will hand pick the tutor that best fits their needs.
What grade is your child in?
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By grade level
What reading tutoring covers by grade
Every child reads at their own pace. Here is what tutors typically work on at each stage and how lessons help.
Grades 1 and 2
Phonics patterns such as blends, digraphs and silent e, high frequency words, and reading short books with growing confidence. This is where most decoding gaps first show up, and where 1-on-1 help makes the biggest difference.
Grades 3 and 4
Longer words, chapter books, reading with expression, and answering questions about what happened and why. Children move from learning to read toward reading to learn, so gaps here start to affect every subject.
Grades 5 to 8
Nonfiction texts, vocabulary, finding the main idea, making inferences and summarizing. Tutors also help with novels and reading assignments from school so your child keeps up in class.
Common challenges
Signs your child could use a reading tutor
These are the patterns parents tell us about most often. Each one has a clear next step.
Guessing at words
Looking at the picture or the first letter and guessing usually means decoding skills are not secure yet. Tutors teach phonics patterns in a logical order so sounding out becomes reliable.
Reading slowly and word by word
Choppy reading uses up so much effort that there is little left for understanding. Repeated reading, phrase practice and timed fun drills build smooth, expressive fluency.
Reading the words but missing the meaning
Some children read aloud well but cannot retell the story. Tutors teach comprehension strategies like predicting, visualizing and summarizing, and practice them on texts your child enjoys.
Avoiding reading altogether
Children avoid what feels hard. Success in small steps, with books at the right level and lots of encouragement, is what turns avoidance into confidence.
Getting started
How it works
Book a free consultation
Tell us about your child’s grade, what is going well and what has been hard. There is no cost and no pressure to sign up.
We hand pick a tutor
We match your child with a tutor who fits their needs and personality, and you choose days and times that work for your family.
Live 1-on-1 lessons
Lessons happen on a video call next to a colorful shared whiteboard, so your child can write, draw and practice right alongside the tutor.
See progress
We recommend 3 lessons a week, which we have found produces results fast. Your child keeps the same tutor every lesson if they like them.
Pricing
Tutoring prices
Quality 1-on-1 tutoring without the $50 to $80 an hour price tag charged by many tutoring companies.
- Lessons are booked in packages of 12, with no obligation to continue afterward.
- Reschedule any lesson with 24 hours notice at no cost.
- 10% off for a second child.
JK to Grade 8$30 USDper 45 minute lesson
Grades 9 to 12$40 USDper 1 hour lesson
Our approach: the Reading Boost Program
The Reading Boost Program is grounded in the Science of Reading and covers all five components of reading: phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and reading comprehension. Every child starts where they are. The tutor checks which skills are solid and which are missing, then builds each new skill on top of the last one.
Between lessons, your child gets short daily exercises so practice continues at home. Tutors range from Certified Teachers and Early Childhood Educators to subject experts with professional tutoring experience, and we closely monitor lessons to make sure your child is making progress.
What an online reading lesson looks like
A typical lesson mixes a quick warm up with sounds or words your child already knows, a new skill taught clearly with letter tiles and pictures on the whiteboard, guided reading of a short text at the right level, and a game or challenge to finish on a win.
Lessons for JK to Grade 8 are 45 minutes. We recommend 3 lessons a week so skills stick, and your child keeps the same tutor every lesson if they get along. Many families pair lessons with our free printable phonics and reading worksheets for extra practice.
Tutors
Meet some of our amazing tutors
With over 500 tutors hand-picked to be on our staff, we are sure we have the right one for you!
Ellison
Math Tutor
Holds a Bachelor's in Medical Physics.
I find joy in guiding a struggling student to reach their full potential.
Natalie
Teacher
Holds a Bachelor's of Education.
I've been teaching for 13 years and have loved every second of it!
Rachel
Writing Tutor
Majoring in English Literature.
I like to build habits in my students, ensuring they stay on top of their work!
FAQ
Reading tutoring questions
How much does an online reading tutor cost?
Reading lessons for JK to Grade 8 are $30 USD for a 45 minute 1-on-1 lesson, booked in packages of 12. There is no obligation to continue after your first package.
How quickly will my child improve?
Every child is different, but the Reading Boost Program is designed around 12 weeks of lessons at 3 a week. Most families notice more confidence within the first few weeks, and we recommend at least 3 months for substantial improvement.
Does online reading tutoring work for young children?
Yes, when lessons are designed for them. Tutors keep activities short and hands-on with the shared whiteboard, use games and pictures, and adjust the pace to your child’s attention span.
Can you help a child with dyslexia?
Our lessons use structured, systematic phonics, which is the approach generally recommended for children with dyslexia. We do not diagnose learning disabilities, so if you suspect dyslexia we suggest a professional assessment as well. See our dyslexia tutoring page for more.
Will the tutor follow my child’s school reading program?
Tutors can work on school assignments, novels and reading logs, or follow our own curriculum to fill skill gaps. Many families do a mix of both.
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