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At Reading for Kidz, we believe every child deserves the confidence to explore and enjoy the world of literacy. Whether your child is just starting out, overcoming challenges, or looking to improve their reading level, we’re here to help.
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From first sounds to confident reading — we meet every child exactly where they are and take them further than you imagined.
Building the foundation with letter sounds and early phonics awareness.
Blending sounds into words and mastering decoding with joy.
Reading fluently and tackling trickier words and rules.
Specialized support for diverse learning styles.
Your starting point. Learn the strategies that actually work, so you feel confident guiding your child’s reading from day one.
Get a plan built around your child, plus the ongoing coaching and tools to help you put it into practice at home
Our most hands-on program — deep coaching and close guidance so you feel fully equipped every step of the way.
Private, face-to-face tutoring with Shakira in Toronto. The most immersive, personal experience — ideal for children who thrive with hands-on learning.
The same quality 1-on-1 tutoring, fully online. Available anywhere in Canada — equally warm and effective, no commute required.
Small, level-matched groups that make reading social, fun, and more accessible. Children learn alongside peers and build confidence together.
We identify your child's unique strengths and reading gaps in a fun, pressure-free chat.
We design a personalized curriculum that aligns with their interests and school goals.
Watch their confidence soar as they master new skills through engaging play-based learning.
Stories open up whole worlds for your child to explore, wonder about, and dream in.
Every book adds new words and ideas to your child’s growing mental library.
Mastering phonics step-by-step means your child feels capable — not just at reading, but at trying hard things.
Structured, mastery-based learning trains your child to sit, engage, and concentrate — a skill that carries into school and beyond.
Shakira helps children discover the joy of reading through personalized, phonics-based instruction — and helps parents feel confident supporting that journey at home. As an ECE Diploma graduate (Valedictorian) and Early Years Specialist, she brings both hands-on classroom experience and a deep understanding of how young children actually learn to read.
Kids learn best when having fun.
Building trust before building skills.
Four core principles guide every session, every program, and every
interaction.
We start with a thorough assessment, then build fluency at each child's own pace — never rushing, always encouraging.
Parents and caregivers are essential partners. We build tailored strategies together, so learning continues long after the session ends.
Learning should feel like play. We guide you toward the right books, games, and activities to make every session something to look forward to.
Every strategy we teach is grounded in current literacy research — so you know what you're doing at home actually works
Things Parents Often Want to Know
We start with a free assessment to understand your child's current level and needs. From there, we build a personalized plan — whether that's 1-on-1 tutoring, small group sessions, or parent coaching — using a proven, mastery-based phonics approach where your child masters each step before moving to the next.
Reading For Kidz is designed for children starting around age 3.5 through early school age. We meet each child at their current stage, from first letter sounds all the way through confident, independent reading.
Yes. Depending on your program, you'll receive regular updates through video feedback, coaching sessions, voice notes, and progress reports — so you always know exactly how your child is doing and what's coming next.
Yes. Our Premium Intensive program includes specialized support and detailed reporting for children with learning differences, and we tailor our approach to each child's individual learning style at every level
Yes. Our online sessions use the same personalized, evidence-based approach as our in-person sessions — just delivered through video, with interactive digital resources. Many families find it just as effective, with the added flexibility of learning from anywhere in Canada.
200+ Toronto families have started here. Begin with a free 45-minute assessment to discover your child’s learning needs — no pressure, no commitment.
