The initial concept of the Simplistikit (Reading and Spelling Made Simple) programme was created in 1967 by Mary Andrew.
This step-by-step programme provides guidance for parents and teachers of underachieving children. It has also been successfully used in adult literacy, especially for those whose second language is English.
The original, well-known red manual 'Reading and Spelling Made Simple' was first published in 1986. This, in combination with her other resources, has proven to be a valuable tool to help students of any age.
30 Years Of Passion
Over the next 30 years, Mary refined her techniques and developed an entire literacy programme that has helped many children in New Zealand and overseas.
Mary's passion for literacy and determination to empower these children led her to create the programme.
"Many of these students would otherwise have fallen through the cracks in the New Zealand education system."
Mary's original book has been carefully updated and reformatted into four separate books by Barbara Griffith and Darlene Mathieson. Together they have created an attractive, easy-to-use resource with many fun activities and colourful illustrations.
The Sight Words Cards have also been completely revised with brand-new, original illustrations. They are now in full-colour and a joy to use with your learner.
Additional resources have been, and will continue to be, created to support and expand on the fundamentals of literacy.