The Jones Geniuses Early Learning Accelerated Homeschool READING Curriculum Kit is for children 2-6 years old. It starts at the very beginning teaching recognition and writing of letters and the foundational reading skills of phonics. By the end of the program, your child will know the basics of reading!

The Kit Includes:

Threshold to Reading Text

Threshold to Reading DVD

The Animals Storybook

Threshold to Reading Posters

Primer Word Cards

Animal Alphabet Cards

Frequently Asked Questions about the Early Learning Curriculum Kit:

What does a typical day/lesson with JG reading look like?
The kit is all teaching instruction to the parents both in the text and on DVD.  It is a program by which you teach your child to read.  It is not a "magical" software by which you park your child in front of the computer, come back in a few days and "voila" they are reading.

Are any additional materials/purchases required?
We do not include the Primer which is called "100 Easy Lessons to Teach your Child to Read" by Siegfried Englemann.  It is less than $20 and many people have it already so it seemed simpler and less expensive to not raise the price to include it in the kit.  So that will have to be bought separately.  Otherwise you have everything you need.

Can the program be used as "stand alone" or is the corresponding online course necessary for it's most effective use?

The online courses are not required for the program to be successful.  We do recommend that you self organize, we will help you do so, and work the program as a co-op.  We find the additional support and availability of expertise helps significantly.

That being said, the Early Learning online course is actually one of our most popular courses. In the class, Dr. Jones explains how your child's brain is developing and why certain teaching methods work better than others, while giving guidance on the best approaches to teaching your kids their basic skills. At the beginning of every class, each parent spends a few minutes telling the others about their week and the progress they are making with their child - what has worked, what hasn't, etc. Dr. Jones then gives individualized pointers on how to engage your child so that the time you spend learning is not only productive, but fun. It's a very interesting class.

Does the kit include teaching instructions and/or lesson plans?
Lesson plans vary according to the age and skill level of each child.  We proceed in terms of steps rather than units.

Can I get samples?
We do not mail out free samples. You can, however, get a very good idea of the materials in the kit by attending an online demonstration by Dr. Jones. He will show you digital versions of the text and worksheets, as well as other reading and study materials from the kit. Talk to Chris about when these are held: 817-718-8822.

Are the kits and classes available outside the USA?

Yes. To order from outside the USA you should call Chris at 817-718-8822 or email him at chris@jonesgeniuses.com to get a price quote for shipping. Online classes are available anywhere in the world where you can access the internet.

How long after ordering can we expect to receive our items in the mail?
We usually ship out curriculum kits within 24 hours of receiving your order. If you are in the USA you should receive the product within a week. Outside the USA could take longer depending on the type of shipping you choose.

How long does it typically take to complete the Early Reading program?

It depends upon the age, skill level of the child, and the consistency with which the parent applies the program.  Someone who does it 4 times daily will go more than twice as fast as some doing it twice a day. Once a day will work as long as you are regular.  Dropping the ball is the worst thing you can do. A lot depends upon their age.  From Early Learning Reading we proceed through a set of graded readers up to 3rd grade level where they can participate in Reading Lab.