Blue tablet showing sing-to-read software.

The Family Literacy Project

The Family Literacy Project, or “FLiP” for short, is the most time and cost-effective way to help struggling young readers achieve reading proficiency.
tablet showing the sing-to-read software A child is provided with a tablet loaded with our sing-to-read software.
Headset with a microphone A child improves their reading by singing 1-2 songs per day! Prizes are awarded for properly using the program.
Smiling child holding an Amazon fire tablet When the program is completed, the child earns a high-quality tablet that is theirs to keep!

How it Works

The FLiP Program is simple.

Our 12-week program is not tied to an academic calendar, so FLiP can be started at any time. Students and parents commit to using the program for 90 minutes per week – that’s only 1-2 songs per day! Regular check-ins with FLiP Coaches ensure that progress is being made, and kids become hooked on the singing game, all the while practicing essential reading skills. As a result… kids build confidence, feel successful, and see a brighter future.

The Student Experience
Song Folder
Song Folder

Kids pick a song from the song folder. There are lessons in each reading grade level K-8. Reading levels are adjusted according to a child’s reading progress.

Listen
Listen

Following along as syllables turn red, kids listen to the song sung to them 3 times.

Vocabulary
Vocabulary

Kids hear and see a definition to clearly grasp meaning of vocabulary words.

Sing
Sing

Kids sing the lyrics 5 times through, in reality reading the words aloud each time.

Quiz
Quiz

Passing a vocabulary quiz earns points that allow a child to progress to the next song lesson.

Students sing to read! They improve their sing-on-pitch scores and rack up gold, silver or bronze stars. Kids listen and follow the words three times, then read the lyrics as they sing the lesson five times.  It’s so fun, kids often don’t want to stop!

The Student Experience

What You Get

Qualifying families are given everything they need to get started.
Sing Out and Read branded drawstring bag with tablet, headset with microphone, and tablet charger.

The FLiP Bundle

  • A tablet with the program loaded and charger

  • Headset with microphone

  • Convenient carrying case

Laptop depicting a zoom call with reading coaches.

Experienced Coaches

  • Remove the teacher burden by partnering with parents to ensure successful outcomes

  • Monitor student usage and provide feedback to parents and teachers

  • Communicate with families through multi-media channels: phone, email, text

  • Recognize student milestones such as usage goals and levels completed

Cute illustration of a trophy.

Valuable Lessons

FLiP helps students with more than just improving their literacy. 

Giving young readers a tablet helps them learn the importance of taking care and keeping track of their belongings. The weekly requirement of the program teaches the importance of having a routine, responsibility and accountability.

Backed by Research

FLiP is evidence based. It really works!
Illustration showing 10 kids to 1 representing the cost of the FLiP program vs 1:1 tutoring.

Cost Effective

10 Kids to 1

Our FLiP home tablet program helps 10 struggling readers each gain 1 full year in reading level for what it costs on average to do 1:1 tutoring for just one child. And, the FLiP program accomplishes this in half the time of tutoring.

Rapid Gains

Illustration of a yearly calendar depicting the 1 years' reading gain within 3 months.
1+ Years' Gain in 3 Months

When the sing-to-read software is used with fidelity (for 30 minutes, three times a week), kids’ reading levels rise 1+ years in just 3 months.

Sustained Growth

Line chart showing the sustained growth of literacy after 5 months off the FLiP program.
3 On + 5 Off = 1.6 Years

Study of kids using the sing-to-read software for 3 months measured 1.2 years gained, then discontinued use for their spring semester. They were tested again after those 5 months off to find an additional gain of almost another 1/2 year.

Evidence-Based

The FLiP Program is based on robust and rigorous research conducted by the University of South Florida and confirmed by a recent study “Evidence of Efficacy,” from Kent State University. In addition, SOAR uses numerous outcome measurements to ensure and confirm that reading improvement results are measurable and sustainable.

  • Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) scores

  • Oral Reading Fluency (ORF) scores

  • FSA (reading) reports

  • Running Records

  • Internal levels completed and other data captured within the FLiP system

  • “...reading well is something that follows your child all the way through life... and you made it fun for my girls and easy for me...”

    - Vanessa A, Mom of 2 Girls, St. Petersburg, FL

  • "This program helped Nyjai become a better reader and to comprehend what she was reading. Her teacher was really impressed! Nyjai is now reading on-level and received a reward for showing significant improvement."

    - Lacinda, Nyjai’s mother

  • "Never thought I'd say this, but I actually like to read now."

    - Maria, 4th Grade

  • "He's now back on track and he's doing so well and he can explain everything he reads."

    - Amanda, Mother of 3rd Grade son

  • "I've never seen something work so well, so quickly and for so many kids as this."

    - Dr. Susan Homan, USF College of Education

  • "The first week, I was reading really fast and enjoyed it more. It was like a game to me. I was excited because I got 100 on my AR test."

    - Fernando, 4th Grade

  • "It is definitely working! Very proud of her, she is doing it now. Thanks, this has been a very beneficial to my child."

    - Kaylan Moore/Dre'anna

  • "It's a great program and we're so glad we signed her up for it. Omg you have no idea how happy this makes me! Thank you guys for helping and this system is great."

    - Karen Lozano/Alessandra
    (Went from a 2nd grade reading level to a 4th grade level in 8 weeks)

  • "You are bringing tears to my eyes. That's awesome! Thank you so much!"

    - Stacy Reinhart/Logan
    (Went from a kindergarten reading level to 1st grade level in 8 weeks)

  • "I appreciate you helping my son."

    - Lidiane Vasconcelos/Daniel
    (Went from a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level)

Ready to get started?

See if you qualify for the Family Literacy Project! Qualified families are given everything they need to get started.

Have Questions?

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more about the Family Literacy Project.