Learning A-Z offers a comprehensive suite of literacy tools designed to support students throughout various stages of reading development. The key programs include Reading A-Z, Raz-Kids, Raz-Plus, and Foundations A-Z, each serving distinct educational purposes and use cases.

Reading A-Z is a teacher-centric literacy program that provides thousands of downloadable, printable, and projectable resources for instruction. Designed to develop foundational skills, reading comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary, its resources span 29 levels of difficulty. Reading A-Z does not have a student-facing interface or app; instead, all materials are intended for teacher-led instruction.

Raz-Kids is a student-focused program that gives learners digital access to leveled books and assessments across the same 29 difficulty levels available in Reading A-Z. Using Raz-Kids, students can complete assignments, take quizzes, and read on computers or mobile devices. Teachers can customize student activities, monitor progress through detailed reports, and track their achievements.

Raz-Plus combines the features of Reading A-Z and Raz-Kids, creating a comprehensive literacy program that includes teacher resources and student-facing materials. With this integration, teachers can use Reading A-Z’s downloadable and projectable content in the classroom while students access Raz-Kids materials online. Additionally, Raz-Plus incorporates Foundations A-Z, offering a structured approach aligned with the Science of Reading for developing foundational literacy skills alongside reading comprehension.

Foundations A-Z is a program based on the latest research and best practices in learning to read. It provides a strong foundation in literacy through explicit, systematic instruction and a K–5 foundational skill sequence. This program also includes embedded professional development and engaging digital resources. Designed to align with the Science of Reading, Foundations A-Z can be used as a standalone curriculum or integrated into Raz-Plus for a complete literacy solution.

Though not a program, the Science of Reading is a body of research that has spanned more than 50 years, detailing how children learn to read. It informs effective instructional practices that emphasize systematic, explicit teaching in key areas such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Foundations A-Z is explicitly designed to align with this scientific approach.

No, a Reading A-Z subscription does not include access to Foundations A-Z resources. Foundations A-Z is available as part of Raz-Plus or as a separate program.

Raz-Plus combines the features of both Reading A-Z and Raz-Kids. While Reading A-Z focuses on teacher-directed instruction and downloadable materials, and Raz-Kids provides digital student access to leveled books, Raz-Plus integrates both to create a unified solution. Additionally, it includes Foundations A-Z, giving educators tools for foundational skill development aligned with the Science of Reading.

Each Learning A-Z program serves a unique role within the literacy education framework. Reading A-Z focuses on teacher-led instruction, Raz-Kids provides student-centered digital resources, and Raz-Plus combines these advantages with the added benefits of Foundations A-Z. Understanding their differences ensures that educators can select the most suitable tools for their classrooms.