Adaptive Learning
Your free assessment shows where your child should begin, so lessons match the skills they need next. Progress checks confirm what to do after that.
Why Read Like Rocky
A step-by-step reading program that starts from your child’s own assessment
Read Like Rocky is a 12-week reading program created by Dr. Nancy Barker, Ed.D., with almost 50 years in education. Your child works on the skills they need next, with parent guidance and a caring community behind you.
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Tutoring vs Homeschool vs Read Like Rocky
All three can play a role in a child’s reading journey. Here’s how they compare, side by side.
| Traditional tutoring | Homeschool (DIY) | Read Like Rocky | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Varies by tutor and how often you meet | Varies: you choose and buy your own materials | From $89/month (one course) or $129/month (two courses) |
| Step-by-step plan | Depends on the tutor; plans vary | You build the plan yourself | A clear, step-by-step 12-week program |
| Expert-designed curriculum | Varies by tutor | Usually pieced together from many sources | Designed by Dr. Nancy Barker, Ed.D., with almost 50 years in education |
| Personalized starting point | Often an intake check; varies | Usually a guess | Your free assessment shows where your child should start |
| Parent guidance | Usually the tutor does the teaching | You’re on your own | Step-by-step guides show you how to help at home |
| Community | Typically one-on-one only | Local groups or online forums, if you can find them | A parent community with live group sessions with Dr. Nancy |
| Flexibility & schedule | Set appointment times | Fully flexible, but you manage everything | Learn at home on your own schedule |
| Progress tracking | Varies by tutor | You track it yourself | Progress checks and a parent dashboard |
| Results | Depend on the tutor and how consistent the sessions are | Depend on the materials and the time you have | A clear plan and next steps built from your child’s own results |
General comparison only. Every tutor and every family is different.
What You Get With Read Like Rocky
Everything is built around your child, and designed so a parent can help at home.
Interactive Lessons
Short, hands-on activities with Rocky keep children practicing. Answer correctly and Rocky moves your child up a level. Try a lesson
Weekly Skool Videos
New videos every week in our parent community on Skool, with live group sessions with Dr. Nancy. See the community
Experts and Teachers
Built by an experienced classroom teacher, principal, and district curriculum director, with videos from more experts on the way.
Your Most-Asked Questions
Clear answers to the top 50 questions parents ask about reading. Read the answers
What’s Included in the 12-Week Program?
Everything you need to build stronger reading skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
- 36 Step-by-Step Reading Lessons Three structured lessons each week (3 × 12 weeks), matched to the reading skills your child needs to strengthen.
- Your Child’s Personalized Learning Path The assessment identifies where to begin, so your child works on the right skills — not simply material based on age or grade.
- Practice Activities & Progress Checks Fun, engaging activities reinforce each skill, with regular checks to see what’s improving and what still needs practice.
- Parent Teaching Guides Simple, step-by-step instructions show you exactly how to help — without needing teaching experience.
- Learn With Rocky or Learn Together Children who are ready can work more independently with Rocky, while parents who want to participate can follow Nancy’s guided approach.
- 12-Week Progress Reassessment & Report At the end of the program, your child completes a fresh assessment showing strengths, observed progress, remaining needs, and the recommended next learning step.
- 30 Days of Parent Support Included Join Motivation Mondays, Help Wednesdays, Friday Q&A with Nancy Barker & the best teachers with the newest techniques on the market. You don’t have to do this alone! You Have a WHOLE TEAM!
Quick & Easy Less Than 10 Min Assessment To Find Where Your Child May Be Falling Behind
Fill out the form and we’ll send you a free assessment to help you identify your child’s strengths and possible areas for growth.
Knowledge Today A Brighter Tomorrow
Created by Dr. Nancy Barker
Dr. Nancy Barker, Ed.D.
Almost 50 years in education
Classroom teacher, K-6 principal, and district Director of Curriculum and Instruction (K-12). Deaf and hard-of-hearing education specialist. Ed.D., Pepperdine University.
Quick & Easy Less Than 10 Min Assessment To Find Where Your Child May Be Falling Behind
Fill out the form and we’ll send you a free assessment to help you identify your child’s strengths and possible areas for growth.
Knowledge Today A Brighter Tomorrow
From $89/month for one course or $129/month for two. 7-day money-back guarantee. The reading assessment itself is free.