Training & Workshops

Training to suit your needs

The impact of training will help unlock every teacher’s potential to achieve greater success in the classroom. Whether you are using the Jolly Phonics or Jolly Grammar programs already, or just want to learn more about achieving the best results, Jolly Reading Consulting can provide a number of options, including in-person and Zoom trainings.
Dr. Whittaker also specializes in building balanced reading programs for children with ASD and other developmental delays.

Jolly Phonics

Jolly Grammar

Specialized Trainings for Children with ASD and other Developmental Delays

Absolutely! Just contact Jolly Reading Consulting to arrange the details. We tailor workshop content to meet local needs and negotiate price structures. Trainings and workshops range from 2-5 hours.

Jolly Phonics Training:

Pre-K- Grade 2 teachers, interested parents, teaching assistants, program and curriculum administrators, support teachers, literacy and reading specialists, speech and language pathologists and principals.

Includes: (3 hours)

  • In-depth training on all 5 program components with a focus on implementation  
  • PowerPoint overview of the entire program with actual examples of student work
  • Techniques on using all Jolly Phonics materials  
  • Step-by-step directions for correctly making the 42 sounds and motions
  • Resources and ideas for implementing Jolly Phonics in the classroom
  • Question and Answer Session

A modified Jolly Phonics Preschool Training is also available upon request.

Jolly Grammar Training:

Grade 1-6 teachers, teaching assistants, program and curriculum consultants, support teachers, literacy and reading specialists, speech and language pathologists and principals.

Includes: (3 hours)

  • In-depth training using Jolly Grammar 1 and Jolly Grammar 2
  • PowerPoint overview of the entire program
  • Implementation of all Jolly Grammar materials 
  • Foundational review on the 42 sounds and motions of Jolly Phonics
  • Question and Answer Session

Optional – An additional 2 hour “Make and Take” workshop can be added to all training sessions. Please call for details.

The minimum group size is 6. Groups of 7 or more are eligible for group pricing. Call for more information!

Travel costs are additional.

We are available to provide training anywhere, for your convenience either in-person OR through Zoom!