What Reviewers Say

Reviewers consistently identify PRIDE Reading as an accessible entry point for Orton-Gillingham instruction. Cathy Duffy Reviews ranks it as the easiest program of its kind to use due to its scripted, open-and-go format. Entirely at Home notes that the curriculum provides professional-grade methodology for parents without specialized certification. Training Happy Hearts and A Touch of Homeschooling highlight the effectiveness of multisensory methods and physical movement for students with dyslexia. The Homeschool Resource Room finds the compact design helpful for portability. While Little Learner and Mom observes that the online training is a necessary component for guiding parents through spelling and fluency, The Sparrow’s Home suggests that the Reading Comprehension Kit is required to move beyond simple multiple-choice questions. These needs for specific teacher training and supplemental materials represent the primary considerations for prospective users.

How It Works

Each lesson begins with the parent opening the scripted Online Teaching Guide on a tablet or computer while the child sits with their physical workbook. The parent reads the prompts exactly as written, guiding the child through multisensory activities such as sky-writing letters, manipulating physical letter tiles, and using sound cards. A typical 30-to-60-minute session includes a mix of phonics practice, reading fluency drills, and dictation-based writing. Because it is mastery-based, the student stays on a single concept until they can demonstrate proficiency, with the parent tracking progress through the structured workbook tasks.

Switching to This?

PRIDE Reading Program offers a free online placement test on their website to help parents determine which level (Pre-reading through Level 5) is appropriate for their child. Because the program is mastery-based and follows a specific phonetic sequence, it is easy for families to start mid-year. When switching from a program like All About Reading or Barton, parents should rely strictly on the placement test results rather than grade level, as PRIDE’s scope and sequence may differ.

Curriculum Details

Price

$39 - $159

Orton-Gillingham structured-literacy intervention. Per-level kits ~$94.90–$159.85; student workbooks ~$39.95; online teaching guides ~$55/level.

Grades

PRE-K - 6

Available As

Print Digital Video

Coverage

Single subject

Subjects

Reading/Language Arts Writing

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Pacing

Self-paced

Parent Time

30-60 min/day

Student Independence

Needs instruction

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Academic Level

Grade level

Worldview

Neutral

Engaging for Reluctant Learners

Yes

Parent Role:

The parent acts as a direct one-on-one instructor, following a highly structured, scripted guide that eliminates the need for prior specialized training in literacy intervention.

Videos

Reviews We Consulted

Updated: July 2026 by Claude (v2 research)

How This Compares

All About Reading: PRIDE uses an online scripted teaching guide rather than physical teacher manuals and is often described as having a shorter learning curve for the parent. - Barton Reading & Spelling: PRIDE is generally more affordable and accessible for parents, as it does not require the intensive, video-heavy teacher training modules that Barton is known for. - Logic of English: PRIDE focuses more strictly on reading intervention and phonetic mastery, whereas Logic of English is a more expansive, all-in-one language arts program that may feel "heavier" to some families. - Explode The Code: PRIDE is a full, multisensory instructional curriculum, whereas Explode The Code is primarily a workbook-based supplement used for reinforcement.

Getting Started