A living book is a narrative-driven, engaging story that presents information through compelling characters and vivid storytelling rather than dry facts or lists. Unlike textbooks or reference books, living books are written by authors passionate about their subject, often weaving history, science, or philosophy into stories that feel alive and relatable.

First Start Reading is Memoria Press’ phonics program that covers the kindergarten phonics taught at Highlands Latin School. After completing First Start Reading, our first and second graders continue with Classical Phonics and Traditional Spelling.

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