A Reading Programme for Children with Autism, Speech and Language Impairments and Down syndrome
POPS stands for Plenty Of Potential and we passionately believe your child can reach their true potential in reading by using resources specifically designed to play to their strengths.
The POPS Reading Programme is designed for children with:
The reading scheme was launched in 2004 and is constantly evolving thanks to the support of a highly dedicated team of educational professionals and parents. Today, it is successfully used in over 3,500 primary and special schools and by many parents at home.
The programme delivers a natural language experience where children are taught the language they will need in their everyday lives. The story topics are understandable and relevant to the child’s experiences. The illustrations are simple, attractive and uncluttered.
The programme progresses in small easy steps, helping the child to become an effective reader by developing both word recognition (phonics) and language comprehension (meaning) skills. It is designed to be easily adaptable to the individual learning needs of your child.
A comprehensive free manual for teachers and parents sets out the principles of the reading scheme and provides lots of practical strategies for maximising its potential as a teaching tool.
Reading Scheme Features
- Small easy steps with games to reinforce learning
- Exercises designed by Speech Therapists
- Phonic Decoding in small easy steps
- Functional words for everyday communication
- For children who benefit from structure and routine
Our reading scheme progresses in small easy steps, has large clear text, lovely illustrations and a bit of fun thrown in. Fun, praise and opportunities for success build our children’s confidence and self esteem. Ultimately this allows a child to develop confidence in their right to be successful. - Marie Dunleavy, author and co-founder of POPS Resources.