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The Early Literacy Code

for Early Childhood Educators

for Early Childhood Educators

The Early Literacy Code

“Crack the code” to children’s literacy development.

September 27 - 28, 2025

A 2-Day experience that will transform the way you teach, inspire, and connect with young learners—making literacy joyful, engaging, and impactful for life!

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Lifetime Access

12 Literacy Sessions

12-Hour PD Certificate

One-time Payment

What if you could…

Strengthen every child’s literacy without worksheets?

Offer families and administrators proof of learning, while keeping play at the center?

Feel confident knowing you’re meeting expectations in a way that honors how children actually learn?

Join us for a one-of-a-kind training that will help you do all of that…and MORE.

Here’s what this training program will do for you:

Unlock the Literacy Power of Play! Discover how storytelling, rhymes, and fingerplays build the essential foundations for reading.

Put Play to Work, Instantly! This training will teach you how to harness the power of play to drive literacy—no worksheets required.

Leave with Confidence, Clarity, and a Toolkit for Action.  You'll gain powerful, play-based strategies you can use the very next day.

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Imagine this:

You’re no longer scrambling for worksheets - you have playful, literacy-rich experiences ready to go.

Children are more expressive, focused, and engaged.

You feel confident explaining to families and administrators exactly how literacy is developing in your environment.

You’ve reclaimed your joy in teaching.

Introducing The Early Literacy Code and the Story Ecosystem

A simple, powerful cycle for building strong early literacy skills through play.

  1. Story as Curriculum: Let stories drive your lesson plans.
  2. Oral Language First: Focus on the spoken word to build confidence.
  3. Multi-Sensory Engagement: Use puppets, props, and play to make learning stick.
  4. Repetition & Variation: Revisit stories in new ways to deepen understanding.
  5. Educator as Story Weaver: You are the one who connects it all.

This is where stories come alive.

12 Sessions with Sally

The Art of the Story Weaver: Core Teaching Practices

The Literacy Code in Fairy Tales

Use familiar tales to teach story patterns, build vocabulary, and deepen comprehension in playful, systematic ways.

Everyday Stories: The Magic of the Ordinary

Turn daily moments into engaging stories that boost language skills and emotional connection.

The Gentle Art of Nature Stories

Share five simple outdoor stories using natural materials to spark language and wonder.

Story Plays: Acting Out Children's Own Stories

Guide children to dictate and act out their own stories, honoring every voice in the classroom.

Mastering Five Key Finger-plays for Literacy

Teach five playful fingerplays that build sound awareness, motor skills, and vocabulary.

Using Rhyme to Build Phonological Awareness

Bring rhymes into routines and play to strengthen early literacy and sound awareness.

Storytelling in Action: Tools, Props, and Play-Based Centers

Setting Up a Storytelling Table for Under $40

Set up a storytelling center for under $30 with a simple guide and materials list to spark self-directed narrative play.

Building Storytelling Worlds in the Block Center

Turn your block center into a storytelling hub by adding key materials and using observation to support collaborative play.

Small World Play Provocations

Create a small world station with practical setup tips and materials that inspire characters, plots, and dialogue.

My Favorite DIY Storytelling Props

Make storytelling props from recycled and dollar-store finds to capture attention and bring stories to life.

Using Puppets in Daily Routines

Use puppets to ease transitions, coach emotions, and build classroom community through playful storytelling.

Simple (and Cheap!) Shadow Puppet Adventures

Set up shadow puppet play with everyday materials to create captivating stories and boost literacy skills.

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Tried, Tested, and Rooted in What Works

I’ve spent decades refining these methods so you don’t have to waste years (and thousands of dollars) trying to figure it out yourself.

This isn’t fluff. It’s rooted in Waldorf principles, decades of classroom testing, and a deep understanding of how children learn. You’ll leave with confidence that your children’s academic needs are not only being met, but being met through play, story, and wonder.

No more wondering if play really works. This training will show you the proof…and the path.

You might be wondering…

“Will this actually work in my setting?”
“Will families and administrators accept this as ‘real’ literacy instruction?”
“Is this worth the time?”

YES.

These strategies are developmentally aligned, research-supported, and designed to show learning in visible, tangible ways.

And most importantly - they WORK.

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It’s time to trust play again.

Let us show you how literacy can blossom when you follow the child’s lead.

Just $197 $150

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Join thousands of educators rediscovering the magic of early literacy.

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This is for you if:

You believe play is powerful, but need help making it count for literacy

You want to stop second-guessing yourself in meetings or with families

You dream of a learning environment filled with joy, creativity, and curiosity

You want children to light up when they walk through your door

You know there’s a better way, and you’re ready to follow it

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this come with PD hours?

Yes! If you purchase Lifetime Access, you’ll receive up to 12 hours of professional development hours.

With your purchase, you will receive a link to your lifetime access dashboard following the “live” sessions, on October 3rd. There will be a certificate request link available at the bottom of your trainings.

Will my district/state/country accept the PD certificate?

We work with educators around the world. Requirements vary, so we recommend checking with your district. You can also email us at asksally@fairydustteaching.com, and we’ll do our best to support your documentation needs.

What about your summits? Are you doing one again?

This event is taking the place of our traditional summits! It’s a more focused, action-oriented experience, and we think you’re going to love it.

What if you didn’t answer my question?

We’re happy to help, just send us an email at asksally@fairydustteaching.com.

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