Institute of Reading Development Reading Programs

Institute of Reading Development Reading Programs include summer reading programs, a summer reading camp, 1:1 tutoring, a reading diagnostic, a reading evaluation, a masterclass for parents, and a reading reality check quiz. All programs are live online via Zoom.

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: 4-week, 8-week, and camp options; Summer Reading Camp is five days, three hours a day
• Price: Summer Reading Programs include a 4-Week Program ($199 Early Enrollment, $249 regular), an 8-Week Bundle ($398), and Reading Enrichment Camp ($199 Early Enrollment, $249 regular). Monthly Reading Programs are $199/month (cancel anytime). 1:1 Tutoring is $349/month. A Reading Diagnostic costs $49 and credits toward the first month of 1:1 tutoring. Summer programs start at $199 with Early Enrollment.

Programs are taught by expert reading teachers trained in a curriculum developed and refined over 56 years, and the organization hires fewer than 3% of applicants. The Institute of Reading Development was founded in 1970 and describes its mission as building skilled, enthusiastic readers, based on the belief that reading ability is learned, not inherited, and that expert instruction unlocks potential in every student. Over 56 years, it has been trusted by 3 million families and has worked with more than 200 partners and over 200 university partners across the United States, offering school partnerships and professional development programs.

The Institute reports 1,320+ 5-star reviews and a 98% recommend rate. Leadership includes Doug Evans (CEO), Josh Kizner (COO), and Paul Copperman (Founder & President Emeritus). Unique features include live online reading programs for Pre-K through 12th grade, small groups of 4–6 students (8–10 for camp), an integrated system connecting phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and critical analysis, and evidence-based reading instruction, with most families reporting visible improvement within the first two weeks. Families can also access a free 22-page Reading Guide for parents, and the Reading Diagnostic credits toward the first month of 1:1 tutoring; monthly programs and tutoring can be cancelled anytime.

Parent comments include statements such as “Before it was like pulling teeth to read,” “His confidence has grown exponentially,” “This is just a really great opportunity,” and “This made a huge difference for our family.” Other parents report that their children can read more fluently and comprehend better, that their children went from avoiding books to asking to read before bed, that they recommend the program to others, and that teachers have great energy and make learning fun.

Last updated March 28, 2026.