“You do not need to become a teacher to use this book. You already are one. You have been teaching your child since the moment they were born—every word you said, every song you sang, every time you pointed at something and named it.”
Inside the book
From “Where do I begin?” to understanding what comes next.
Explore the ideas behind a more confident start to reading.
01
Before the letters begin
Listening, conversation and play in the earliest stages of learning.
02
Building the foundations
Everyday activities that help children notice and explore sounds.
03
Phonics, without the confusion
How letters and sounds connect—and how blending helps words make sense.
04
Choosing resources thoughtfully
What to look for in the books, activities and materials you use at home.
05
Common mistakes, gently unpacked
Recognise habits that can make learning harder, and explore a different approach.
06
Sight words and tricky words
Understand the differences and get introduced to the Heart Word approach.
Meet the author
Varshika Jain.
Educator. Mother. Co-Founder of Learn2Read.
“The goal of this book is to make you feel confident and calm the next time you sit down with your child and a book.”From the introduction to Read Before They Read
A teacher’s experience. A mother’s understanding.
For over a decade, Varshika has worked in education, helping families navigate the first steps of learning. As an educator and mother, she understands both how children learn and how much parents want to get it right.
In 2020, she co-founded Learn2Read with one child and one teacher. Today, Learn2Read has taught more than 50,000 children across 35+ countries.
Recognition for her work in education
Honoured by Rajasthan’s then Chief Minister, Shri Ashok Gehlot.
With Read Before They Read, she brings that experience into your home: clear explanations, practical ideas and a reassuring voice to help you understand what to do next.
50,000+Children taught by Learn2Read
35+Countries reached
Your next chapter starts here
A little more understanding. A more confident beginning.
Read Before They Read
By Varshika Jain Paperback · 206 pages Pendown Press
Reserve your copy
Ready to begin?
Order your copy on Amazon. See the current price and delivery options on the product page.
Launch date: 20 October 2026. Purchase opens on the retailer’s website. Check the retailer for the current price, availability, shipping charges and delivery estimate.
A few helpful answers
Before you turn the page.
Who is this book for?
Parents and caregivers supporting toddlers and children at the beginning of their reading journey. It is written especially with Indian mothers and everyday family life in mind.
Do I need to know phonics already?
No. The book introduces key terms in plain language and explains the ideas behind early reading step by step.
Is this a workbook for my child?
It is a guide for you—the parent. It combines explanations with activity ideas and examples of what to say while supporting your child.
Do we need to be enrolled at Learn2Read?
No. You can use the book at home independently of Learn2Read’s classes.
Where do I buy it, and when will it arrive?
Use the Amazon link above. The planned launch date is 20 October 2026. Amazon provides availability, shipping and delivery information at checkout.
Will it make my child read by a certain age?
The book is a guide, not a promise of a fixed reading age or timeline. Its focus is helping you understand the journey and support your child with greater confidence.
Read Before They Read
Their reading journey begins with your understanding.
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