40 Years of Proven Success

Learn to Read the Easy Way

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Alpha-Phonics is a comprehensive reading program that empowers beginners of all ages by providing straightforward, effective phonics lessons without the need for memorization, guessing, or gimmicks.

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The Alpha-Phonics
Difference

For over 40 years Alpha-Phonics has been used around the world to teach reading. It is efficient, highly effective, and affordable. If teaching reading is going to be part of your curriculum, you can't be without it!

  1. Simple Design: Straightforward approach with no distractions, focusing purely on phonetics.

  2. Systematic Approach: Using a sequential phonics method, the material starts simple and gradually increases in complexity.

  3. Proven Effectiveness: Used successfully by teachers and homeschoolers for decades.

  1. Flexibility in Use: Adaptable for classrooms, tutoring, and homeschooling.

  2. Cost-Effective: Single, affordable book without needing extra materials.

  3. Focus on Mastery: Ensures content mastery through repetition and practice.

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Praised by Homeschooling’s Top Curriculum Reviewers

Recipient of Mary Pride Practical Homeschooling Reader Award

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Meet the Author

Samuel L. Blumenfeld

Sam Blumenfeld was an influential American educator, author, and passionate advocate for phonics-based reading instruction. Throughout his career, Blumenfeld championed systematic phonics as the foundation of literacy, firmly opposing whole language reading methods. His most renowned work, "Alpha-Phonics: A Primer for Beginning Readers," published in 1983, became a cornerstone resource for parents, homeschoolers, and educators seeking effective reading instruction. Blumenfeld was a vocal critic of progressive educational approaches and the influence of figures like John Dewey, arguing that the neglect of phonics contributed to declining literacy rates. He left a lasting legacy with "Alpha-Phonics," which continues to empower learners of all ages to achieve literacy. Samuel Blumenfeld passed away in 2015, but his impact on education endures through his writings and the countless readers who have benefited from his work.

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250,000+

Readers taught with Alpha-Phonics

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Stars on Amazon –
PLUS over 2000 reviews

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40+

Years of helping students succeed

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Learning to
Read for Adults

Alpha-Phonics isn’t just for children; it’s also a powerful tool for helping adults learn to read. Its straightforward, phonics-based approach builds foundational literacy skills step by step, making it accessible and easy to follow. By starting with basic sounds and progressing to more complex word formations, Alpha-Phonics allows adult learners to gain confidence and proficiency at their own pace. The simplicity and clarity of the lessons empower adults to improve their reading abilities and gain greater independence in their daily lives.

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