A joyful virtual reading community · Ages 6–13

Big stories.
Brighter thinkers.

Help your child read with confidence, think beyond the page, and find the joy in a story they can’t wait to share.

Next cohort begins November 8, 2026
Six weekends · Live online

African child ready to explore a story

Welcome to Literacy Club with Ria

Reading is just the beginning.

Children don’t just read the words on the page here. They notice clues, meet characters, ask thoughtful questions, share ideas and make something of their own.

01

Read with curiosity

Explore exciting stories across fiction, fables and graphic novels.

02

Think it through

Build comprehension by predicting, inferring, explaining and discussing.

03

Make it yours

Turn a favourite story into a creative final project to share.

The reading cohort

Six weekends.
A whole new way to read.

Small-group sessions designed to make reading feel social, meaningful and fun.

VIRTUAL COHORT

Read. Notice. Wonder. Create.

Starting Sunday, November 8, 2026, children meet online over six weekends for guided reading, lively conversation and creative work.

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  • Six live weekend sessions
  • Warm, guided discussion
  • Stories with mystery, humour, courage and heart
  • Activities matched to each reader’s age group
  • A final project celebrating what your child has learned

What readers will practise

Understand key details, sequence and a story’s big idea.

Infer what a character may feel or intend from clues.

Explain an idea and support it with evidence from the text.

Express their thinking through conversation and creative work.

A place for every kind of reader

Find your reading crew.

Twinkle Star reader illustration

Ages 6–7

Twinkle Stars

Playful stories, sounds and big discoveries.

Final project: Story Spark
Word Warriors reader illustration

Ages 8–9

Word Warriors

Clues, characters and clever connections.

Final project: Character Case File
Grammar Titans reader illustration

Ages 10–13

Grammar Titans

Layered stories and confident interpretation.

Final project: Book-to-World Showcase

A story can take you anywhere

Mystery, mischief
and meaning.

From clever fables to laugh-out-loud graphic novels, we choose stories that spark questions and stay with readers after the last page.

01 · FABLE

The clever choice

Quick-witted characters. Unexpected turns. A lesson worth debating.

02 · MYSTERY

Follow the clues

Suspenseful story worlds that reward careful readers.

03 · GRAPHIC NOVEL

Pictures with a plot

Visual storytelling that invites readers to notice every detail.

For parents and caregivers

Know what’s growing.

Reading growth shows up in more than finished pages. We help you see the small steps that add up to a confident reader.

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  • A clear progress update

    See the comprehension skills your child is practising and where confidence is growing.

  • Stories to keep talking about

    Get prompts and ideas to carry the conversation beyond each session.

  • Confidence that travels

    Help your child bring stronger reading habits into school and everyday life.

A few helpful details

Frequently asked questions

Who is the reading cohort for?

The virtual cohort is designed for readers ages 6–13, with activities grouped by age and reading stage.

When does the cohort begin?

The next six-weekend cohort begins November 8, 2026. The registration page has the latest enrollment details.

How will the sessions take place?

Sessions are virtual and guided by Ria. Please use the Selar registration page for current session and access details.

What will my child do during the cohort?

Readers explore stories, practise comprehension and interpretation, discuss ideas and create a final project suited to their age group.

How do I register?

Use any Register now button to visit Selar and complete the enrollment steps there.

What happens after I register?

Selar provides the next steps after enrollment, including any details needed to prepare for the virtual sessions.

Ready to unlock a new world?

Let’s make room
for a great story.

The six-week virtual cohort begins November 8, 2026. Register through Selar to secure your child’s place.

Register now on Selar

Questions? Contact us through the Literacy Club with Ria Instagram page.