LITStart Essentials is a plug-and-play early literacy toolkit designed to help families strengthen foundational reading skills at home, with a strong emphasis on phonological awareness.
This institutional toolkit includes the full LITStart Essentials parent toolkit, along with additional resources designed to support school- and organization-led implementation with families.
Developed by a K–2 Early Literacy Instructional Coach and former District Science of Reading Specialist, LITStart bridges the gap between evidence-based instruction and family engagement by equipping caregivers with clear, parent-friendly guidance.
This toolkit is commonly used by schools and organizations to support:
- Family engagement initiatives
- Parent workshops and take-home literacy supports
- Early intervention and MTSS-aligned prevention efforts
- Home–school literacy alignment without adding instructional burden
The resource is fully developed and ready to implement. No additional training or facilitation is required.
Digital resource. Download access is provided immediately after purchase via email.
School Use
Licensed for use within one school site. Resources may be shared with multiple families served by the school as part of family engagement, intervention, or early literacy initiatives.
LITStart Essentials: School Early Literacy Toolkit
The Literacy Essentials Package includes resources in both PDF and Google Sheets formats:
- Phonological Awareness Evaluation (PAE) (PDF)
- PAE Skills Tracker (Google Sheets)
- Alphabet Recognition & Phonological Awareness Guidebook (PDF)
- Guiding Early Writers Guide (PDF)
- BONUS- Alphabet Flashcards (PDF)
- BONUS- Early Literacy Guide (PDF)
Institutional licenses include additional implementation and facilitation materials.
