Is Reading a Struggle in Your Household?
Hoot Reading can help.
Our online reading tutoring program is trusted by schools and families across North America to help children become confident, proficient readers.
Close the Reading Gaps Holding Your Child Back—And Watch Their Confidence Grow
Make 3x faster reading gains with Hoot!
Hoot Reading pairs your child with a certified teacher for personalized, one-on-one online reading lessons—building the exact skills your child needs to become a confident, fluent reader.
Not sure if your child needs help? Get advice from a reading specialist.
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92%
of parents say their child enjoys Hoot Reading
10,000+
students supported in becoming confident readers
500,000+
reading lessons delivered by a qualified teacher
Rest Easy. We Know Exactly How to Help.
Find out where your child has skill gaps
Your child’s dedicated reading teacher will begin by identifying exactly where your child needs support, then create personalized lessons to help them build skills and confidence—fast.
Meet with a reading teacher 1-3X/week
Your child will meet with the same Hoot teacher for every 30-minute session, any day of the week you choose! All Hoot teachers hold a B.Ed (or higher) and are skilled at engaging children of all ages.
See 3X literacy
skill improvement
After Hoot, children see a 152% boost in oral fluency and 86% in word fluency in a few months—improving 3x more than their peers. Hoot closes decoding gaps to build confident, fluent readers.
Why Parents Love Hoot
Not sure if your child needs help? Try reading these word lists.
Kinder words⋅ 1st grade words ⋅ 2nd grade words
1. Meet With Our Team
2. Select a Membership
Choose a monthly membership that best supports your child, with lessons 1 to 3 times per week. We’ll help you design a schedule that works for your family and match your child with a qualified teacher.
3. Start Assessment-Informed Lessons
We use reading assessments to determine where to begin instruction and develop personalized lesson plans. We share your child’s results and progress reports so you’re informed every step of the way.
Research-Based and Effective
The Hoot Reading App was incubated on a research project at the Nokia Research Lab with Sesame Workshop (the creators of Sesame Street) and the Joan Ganz Cooney Center, and continued to grow alongside research in education.
Studies show that one-on-one, frequent, and consistent reading tutoring is the most effective way for kids to become skillful readers. Our approach to online literacy tutoring is proven to be effective and aligns with a structured literacy approach, informed by a body of research known as the Science of Reading.

The Research Says it All
Studies show that one-on-one, frequent, and consistent reading tutoring using structured literacy lessons is the most effective way for kids to become skillful readers.
The Hoot Reading App was incubated on a research project at the Nokia Research Lab with Sesame Workshop (the creators of Sesame Street) and the Joan Ganz Cooney Center, and continued to grow alongside research in education.

Strong Reading Starts with Word Recognition & Comprehension
We teach the two key areas of reading development: word reading and language comprehension, ensuring your child gains all the foundational knowledge they need to read at grade level.
Trained, Trusted, and Ready to Help Your Child Thrive
The best reading tutors are qualified teachers—that’s why every Hoot instructor holds a Bachelor of Education or higher and brings extensive classroom experience.
Our teachers are carefully selected, background-checked, and receive thorough training. We also regularly assess their work to ensure every child gets high-quality, effective support.


Books to Spark a Love of Reading
Your membership includes unlimited access to the Hoot Reading Library, with over 1,500 engaging books and resources your child can explore anytime.
The library features a wide range of characters, stories, and authors—so every child can see themselves in what they’re reading.
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1 x Per Week
$120 $108USD/MO
4 lessons per month
Billed every 4 weeks
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1 30-Minute Lesson Per Week
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Scheduled with a Consistent Teacher
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1:1 Tutoring, Designed for your Child
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Progress Monitoring and Assessments
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Cancel or Pause Anytime
2 x Per Week
$240 $216USD/MO
8 lessons per month
Billed every 4 weeks
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2 30-Minute Lessons Per Week
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Scheduled with a Consistent Teacher
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1:1 Tutoring, Designed for your Child
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Progress Monitoring and Assessments
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Cancel or Pause Anytime
3 x Per Week
$360 $324USD/MO
12 lessons per month
Billed every 4 weeks
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3 30-Minute Lessons Per Week
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Scheduled 1:1 with a Consistent Teacher
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1:1 Tutoring, Designed for your Child
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Progress Monitoring and Assessments
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Cancel or Pause Anytime
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my child the right age for Hoot Reading?
Our programs are designed for children from Kindergarten to Gr. 8. Regardless of age or grade, all lessons start with identifying skill levels so your child gets instruction where they need it.
What do I need for lessons at home?
All lessons take place on our web-based app. Your child will need a laptop, computer, or tablet and a stable internet connection. The device must have a camera, microphone, and speaker. We also recommend headphones to help minimize distractions.
I've purchased a membership. What happens next?
At their first scheduled lesson time, your child will log in to the Hoot Reading App to meet their teacher. The first lesson will focus on the Hoot Reading Assessment to learn more about skill level; this data is then used to design their personalized reading intervention program. Once the assessment is complete, lessons will start with instruction, picking up where the previous lesson left off.
Where can I get help with my lessons?
Hoot Reading has a Live Help Desk (with real humans!) available by email, text, or phone from 8 AM to 8:30 PM (CT) on all weekdays, and 8 AM to 2:30 PM (CT) on weekends. Our reading tutors are also trained to help students with basic troubleshooting solutions.
Getting Started is Easy
1. Book a Free Reading Consultation
Book a free consultation to see how Hoot Reading can support your child’s reading growth with fun, personalized online lessons led by certified teachers—all from the comfort of home.
2. Learn about Memberships + Get 10% Off
We’ll recommend a plan that fits your needs—1, 2, or 3 lessons a week—with a schedule that works for your family and a certified teacher you both will love. Cancel or pause anytime!
3. Start Weekly
Lessons
Every session is tailored to your child’s unique needs and learning pace. We conduct regular progress checks and keep you informed with updates, so you always know how your child is growing as a reader.