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Many teachers who have used our Steps to Read or Ready Steady Comprehension resources in previous schools still tell us how much they loved them. These programmes were enjoyed by countless schools across the nation and even internationally, helping to strengthen reading comprehension through structured, high-quality teaching sequences.

However, at Literacy Counts, we are always looking for ways to make teaching and learning even more effective. Through innovation, research-based principles and extensive school trials, we have created something completely new: Ready Steady Read Together — a digitised, structured, whole-class shared reading programme designed to provide even greater impact for leaders, teachers and pupils.

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A Brand-New Shared Reading Programme

Ready Steady Read Together is not an update nor a digital version of Steps to Read or Ready Steady Comprehension, it is a brand-new reading resource that takes shared reading to the next level.

This inclusive programme has been created to improve pupil outcomes, reduce teacher workload and strengthen leadership consistency across Years 2 to 6. Built on metacognitive and evidence-informed principles, it combines structured, easy-to-deliver lessons with engaging, diverse texts by exceptional children’s authors.

Already recognised as a Finalist in the Teach Primary Awards 2025, Ready Steady Read Together is being celebrated as one of the best reading and comprehension resources available for primary schools today.

Why Schools Choose Ready Steady Read Together

Ready Steady Read Together offers teachers and leaders everything they need for effective and manageable reading comprehension lessons.

Each unit includes:

Sequential, easy-to-use slides that explicitly teach reading strategies and comprehension skills

A fully mapped progression from Year 2 to Year 6 for consistent implementation

High-quality, diverse texts to develop knowledge, vocabulary and understanding

Assessment and leadership tools to monitor progress and support whole-school improvement

Gamification to engage children and consolidate learning

Whether you are a single school or part of a multi-academy trust, Ready Steady Read Together provides a complete shared reading solution that ensures consistency, inclusivity and impact.

Easy-to-follow lesson plans, high-quality teaching, and comparisons with Steps to Read, Ready Steady Comprehension, and the new shared reading resource for teachers seeking the best primary reading scheme.

Real Classroom Impact

During our Spring Term 2025 trial, schools across the country took part in a large-scale pilot of Ready Steady Read Together, and the feedback was exceptional.

100% of teachers agreed the lesson plans were easy to follow and supported consistent, high-quality teaching across year groups.

97% felt the interactive slides were sequential and easy to use, helping staff feel confident in lesson delivery.

100% said that most children felt successful during their learning, showing strong engagement and progress.

97% of schools reported that children enjoyed their learning time in Ready Steady Read Together sessions.

These results highlight how Ready Steady Read Together transforms shared reading into a confident, consistent and joyful experience for teachers and pupils alike.

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Familiar Format, Fresh Innovation

If you are already familiar with Ready Steady Write, Ready Steady Spell or Ready Steady Phonics, you will love the familiar interface of Ready Steady Read Together. The online member space includes everything teachers and leaders need in one place:

Teach | Progression | Training | Leadership | Assessment

Ready Steady Read Together also includes strong curriculum links with Ready Steady Write. Several units connect directly, identified by a small Ready Steady Write symbol on the text tile within the membership area. Alongside this, the programme introduces an even broader range of high-quality, diverse literature to support reading breadth and depth.

From Loved to Leading: Why Teachers Are Making the Switch

While many schools continue to use and value Steps to Read and Ready Steady Comprehension, we know that the demands on teaching and leadership have evolved. Ready Steady Read Together meets those needs with:

Interactive slides that streamline lesson delivery

Integrated assessment tools for monitoring and tracking

Built-in leadership guidance and professional development

Ongoing updates and new units added regularly

Find Out More

If you are searching for Steps to Read or Ready Steady Comprehension, we invite you to explore the next generation of shared reading:

Explore more: https://www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady-read-together

Book a free discovery call: https://www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literacy-consultation-primary-schools-mats

Request sample access: https://www.literacycounts.co.uk/contact

Ready Steady Read Together is already helping schools raise reading standards and build confident, motivated readers. Discover why so many teachers are choosing it as their shared reading solution today.