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Illustrated, comprehension-focused readers with an optional video course.
Updated September 2026 · 6 sources
| Grades | K–6 |
|---|---|
| Approach | Traditional, comprehension-focused |
| Who teaches | The parent teaches from a scripted guide |
| Parent prep | Moderate (or use video lessons) |
| Screen time | A mix of screen and paper |
| Faith | Christian content throughout |
| Cost | Readers Set A–F (Grade 1) alone runs about $92; full-grade kit with worktext, teacher edition and optional video costs more (source) |
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See my matchParents like the illustrated readers and the emphasis on real comprehension, not just decoding, and the optional videos take much of the teaching off a parent's plate. The main complaints are cost, especially with video lessons added, and a short return window if you're prepping ahead for next year.
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BJU Press Reading covers grades K–6.
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BJU Press Reading includes Christian content throughout.
A mix of screen and paper. The parent teaches from a scripted guide.
BJU Press Reading isn't built specifically around dyslexia intervention, though it can still work for some kids with reading difficulties.