Read Write Inc (RWI) is a structured, synthetic phonics-based literacy programme that teaches reading, writing and spelling. It is aimed at children aged four to seven, but many older braille learners may also benefit from using the programme. The RWI programme consists of two parts: phonics sounds lessons and storybook lessons.

We have produced braille versions of the RWI storybooks for braille learners. These incorporate pages of uncontracted (grade one) braille into a print book, so that braille learners can read with a sighted peer.

The books can be used alongside phonics lessons, in which the child learns to read and write braille letters while learning the sounds that they represent. Once children have learnt enough letters and sounds, they can complete storybook lessons using the RWI braille storybooks, developing their fluency, comprehension, and writing skills.

Unlike traditional braille reading schemes such as Hands On, the RWI focuses on teaching children to decode words using phonic knowledge.

The RWI books are divided into eight levels (each containing ten books), indicated by coloured bands from red (level 1) to grey (level 8). The complete order is: red, green, purple, pink, orange, yellow, blue, grey. Select your colour before adding to the basket.

• Print and braille Read Write Inc phonic books.
• Levels one to eight available.
• Set of 10 titles per level.
• Uncontracted (grade one) braille.