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CEDeR Books was born out of the need to develop books for beginning readers; our decodable books are strategically designed to support children to learn to read using phonics. CEDeR Books center characters, stories, and themes that highlight diverse cultures. We so believe in our books and how they will transform early literacy in this country that our company bears the name of our signature product, culturally-embraced decodable readers.
Phase 1: Research
Phase one was research and development and during that time we wrote a ton of books, 46 books to be exact, putting all the research on early literacy and our expertise as educators into action.
Phase 2: Pre-Revenue
We’re now in the pre-revenue stage asking for your investment in CEDeR Books to fund Phase 2 of our work: publishing each of our seven sets of books.
Phase 3: Scale
Investing in CEDeR Books is an investment in generations of readers and critical thinkers. At CEDeR Books, every child deserves a culturally-rich reading experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to our most frequently asked questions are just one click away.
CEDeR books are specifically designed to celebrate the diverse experiences and cultural backgrounds of all children. By featuring relatable characters and stories, we help children see themselves in the books they read, which boosts their confidence and motivation. Positive reinforcement and engaging storylines also encourage a love of reading and a sense of accomplishment.
CEDeR books are developed by experienced educators and illustrators who understand the nuances of early literacy. Each book incorporates proven teaching methods and strategies to support reading development, including the acquisition of phonics and sight word recognition.
Decodable text is a type of text used in beginning reading instruction. Decodable texts are carefully sequeneced to progressively incorporate words that are consistent with the letter-sound relationships that have been taught to the new reader (Reading Rockets, 2022).
To become a capable, confident reader, young learners should begin their reading journey with Set 1, focusing on short vowel sounds. Each sequential set of readers in sets one through seven will allow an immersive reading experience.
CEDeR books are designed with readability and engagement in mind. They feature clear, simple text and illustrations that help maintain interest to develop comprehension. Our thoughtful designs ensure that young readers can easily follow along and make progress in their reading journey.
The Facts Speak Volumes
60% of low-income families have no children’s books in the home. A child who is a poor reader at the end of first grade has a 90% chance of being a poor reader at the end of fourth grade. Nearly 70% of fourth graders in the United States read below grade level. 82% of these children are from low-income homes. Source: Lucy Project, 2021
Culture Is More Important Than Ever
Contrary to popular belief Lorem Ipsum.
“Culture, it turns out, is the way that every brain makes sense of the world. That is why everyone, regardless of race or ethnicity, has a culture. Think of culture as software for the brain’s hardware. The brain uses cultural information to turn everyday happenings into meaningful events.”
Zaretta Hammond
About Us
Three accomplished female educators with extensive experience in the field of education.
Kendra Duncan
Elementary TeacherK-12 Administrator
Education Professor
Teacher-of-the-Year
Dr. Jennifer Ellis
High School TeacherSTEM Education Professor
Public Policy Administrator
Researcher
Rosemary Pinder
Reading SpecialistRetired Educator
Learning Disabilities Consultant
Literacy Coach
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