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K-12 Resources

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Free, high-quality resources for K-12 learners in writing, phonics, reading, and math — curated by Tiffany Jones, a Brunswick, Maine special education teacher with over two decades in the classroom. Every student learns differently. These are the tools that work.
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khanacademy.org
Khan Academy | Free Math for Every Level

Free, world-class math instruction from kindergarten through 8th grade — and beyond. Khan Academy's video lessons, practice exercises, and immediate feedback make it the gold standard for students who need to fill gaps, catch up, or move ahead at their own pace. As a Brunswick special education teacher, this is one of the first tools I recommend to families — it meets every student exactly where they are. Start your first lesson on Khan Academy today.

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khanacademy.org
Khan Academy Kids | Learning for Ages 2-8

A completely free, ad-free app combining early literacy, math, and social-emotional learning for young children. Built with Stanford learning experts and aligned with Common Core. No subscriptions, no in-app purchases — just great learning.

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about.readworks.org
ReadWorks | Free K12 Reading Resources

A nonprofit committed to reading comprehension for all students — with thousands of free, research-based K-12 texts, instructional materials, and bilingual resources. Used by millions of teachers and students, and free forever.

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opensourcephonics.org
Free Phonics for Everyone

High-quality, research-backed phonics materials — completely free for teachers, tutors, and families. Built on the belief that literacy is a civil right and every child deserves access to the tools they need to read fluently and confidently.

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phonics.com
Fly with Phonics - Teach and learn

A free online phonics program aligned with Common Core K-5 Reading Standards. Colorful lessons, sound cards, worksheets, and interactive activities help kids build the foundational reading skills that everything else depends on.

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readinguniverse.org
Free Phonics Instructional Resources

A deep library of phonics teaching materials for educators — organized by topic, research-backed, and designed to support every stage of reading development. Ideal for teachers, tutors, and parents who want to go beyond the basics.

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freedomhomeschooling.com
Free Homeschool Phonics Curriculum

A comprehensive roundup of free phonics curricula for every learning style and age — from structured sequential programs to app-based learning and downloadable workbooks. A great starting point for parents and tutors building a custom reading plan.

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uwlax.edu
How to Write a College App Essay

A clear, student-friendly guide from the University of Wisconsin covering essay format, tone, common mistakes, and the importance of authentic voice — written specifically for high school students navigating the application process for the first time.