For parents who want answers. For kids who want to read.

Every child has a reading story. Let’s grow theirs.

You can’t rush a garden. But you can give it exactly what it needs to grow.

Rooted in the Science of Reading. Grown with care. One reader at a time.

Ms. Ashley, reading specialist and founder of Read. Play. Atelier.
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That is what Read. Play. Atelier. is built for: finding the right starting place and giving families a clear, doable path forward.

Find Your Reader’s Starting Point
One clear next step

Start with the Free Reading Check

Not sure where your child is? The Free Reading Check helps you see whether your child needs support with sounds, decoding, fluency, comprehension, or confidence.

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Take the Free Reading Check

A short, parent-friendly look at where your child is right now.

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See your child’s reading stage

Not by grade. By what they can actually do right now.

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Choose the right next support

Free tools, guided library, or a personalized reading plan.

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Keep growing

Guided lessons, printables, and tools your family can use at home.

Take the Free Reading Check
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Where does your reader start?

Not by grade. By what they can actually do right now.

Already know what your child needs?

Start with the right tool for the right skill

Start with one tool that matches the skill you are working on. If you are not sure yet, take the Free Reading Check first.

Your child’s stage Best first tool
Pre-ReaderSound Spotter
Beginning ReaderWord Decoder
Reading to LearnMeaning Maker
Advanced ReaderMeaning Maker
Sound Spotter tool icon
Phonemic Awareness
Sound Spotter
Free now
Word Decoder tool icon
Phonics and Decoding
Word Decoder
Free now
Sight Word Spotter tool icon
High-Frequency Words
Sight Word Spotter
Free now
More tools inside the Library
Syllable Scout, Spelling Strategist, Fluency Coach, Meaning Maker, and Brain Builder are all waiting for your reader inside the Learning Library.
Join the Library ›
Not sure where to start?

Which option should I choose?

Think of these as a ladder, not competing choices. Most families start with the Free Reading Check and grow from there.

Choose thisIf you want…
Free Reading Check
Free
A starting point and a clearer picture of your child’s reading needs
Beginning & Emerging Library
$67
Guided lessons, printables, and tools for beginning readers
Student Smart Skills
$297
Small-group executive functioning support for older students who need more structure to learn
About Ms. Ashley

Why families work with Ms. Ashley

Ms. Ashley working with a student on reading skills

I help families figure out where reading is getting stuck and what to do next. My work blends structured literacy, child development, executive functioning support, and warm coaching that helps kids feel safe enough to try.

I built Read. Play. Atelier. because I kept meeting the same family: a parent who could see their child working hard, who knew something was not clicking, and who did not know where to turn. Every tool and resource here is rooted in the Science of Reading and designed to meet your child exactly where they are.

M.Ed. Reading Specialist 19+ years in education Science of Reading aligned Parent-friendly support
What families say

Real families. Real results.

Ashley was pivotal in ensuring my daughter’s academic success. She has the ability to make learning fun and keep the student engaged. She is creative and passionate about learning, which is infectious. We appreciated her personalized approach and her attention to detail when it came to focusing on areas that needed work. She is truly a gifted educator and we are so grateful.

Jill F.
Parent, New Orleans

Ms. Ashley’s thoughtful approach has really helped my son. She really understands his learning needs and adapts to what works best for him. He looks forward to spending time with her.

Eva S.
Parent

Max loves his sessions with Ms. Ashley. He always feels so confident after he meets with her and his reading and comprehension skills continue to develop and grow!

Tammy H.
Parent
19+
Years of experience
M.Ed.
Graduate trained specialist
SOR
Science of Reading aligned
One clear next step. No overwhelm. No guessing.

Ready to find your child’s starting place?

The Free Reading Check takes just a few minutes and gives you a clear picture of where your child is and what to work on next.

Take the Free Reading Check