Firestarters Reading Program Teacher/Parent Guidebook

Ignite your child’s reading journey with the FireStarters Reading Program— a skill-based, parent-friendly guide designed to build strong, confident readers from ages 4–9.

This Teacher & Parent Guidebook provides a complete roadmap through six developmental reading levels, supported by three beloved literacy characters who make learning joyful and engaging:

• Stella Starjumper – Levels 1–2
• Your child’s first reading coach, guiding them through letters, sounds, and beginning decoding skills.
• Prince Anansi Bay – Levels 3–4
• The clever story strategist who teaches comprehension, problem-solving, and deeper reading understanding.
• Nia Nightingale – Levels 5–6
• The expressive storyteller who builds fluency, vocabulary, writing confidence, and early chapter-book mastery.

Inside the guidebook, parents and teachers will find:

• Clear level-by-level instructions
• Easy-to-understand reading skills
• Move-up indicators so you know exactly when your child is ready for the next level
• Character-themed motivation and reading tips
• Home activities that strengthen literacy in just 5–10 minutes a day
• Worksheets, strategies, and support tools for struggling or advanced readers

The FireStarters Reading Program simplifies literacy into a fun, structured journey—so every child can grow from a spark… to a flame… to a lifelong reader.

Perfect for:

Homeschool families • Early educators • Tutors • Reading intervention • After-school programs • Parents who want to support reading at home.