How to use the Join Code - Become Partners with Parents

At Reading.com, we know that your goal is to see your students flourish as confident readers. The good news? You don't have to do it alone! You can now seamlessly share your Reading.com purchase with your students' parents, making it easy for your students to access their reading lessons both in and outside the classroom. By partnering with parents, you create a collaborative learning environment that extends the magic of reading from school to home.

Ready to get started? Let's dive into how you can share this fantastic resource with your students' parents.

Step 1: Log into Your Reading.com Teacher Portal

Log into your Reading.com Teacher Portal by clicking HERE. 

Step 2: Navigate to your Classes

Next, click on "My Classes" located on the left-hand side of your portal. Alternatively, you can select "Get Started" under "Manage My Classes" on your dashboard. Both options will lead you to the same destination—your class list.

Step 3: Select the Class

From your class list, find the class you'd like to share the join code with. Click on the class name to select it. 

Step 4: Find the Class Join Code

Once you've selected your class, hover your mouse over the Class Join Code located in the top right corner of the screen. This is the key to unlocking your students' at-home reading practice!

Step 5: Share the Join Code or Download the Take-Home Letter

  • Option 1: Click on the Class Join Code to copy it. You can then share this code directly with your students' parents via email, class communication apps, or any method you prefer.
  • Option 2: Alternatively, download the printable take-home letter. This letter contains the Class Join Code and a QR code that parents can scan to join the class. You can hand this out to parents at school events, include it in your class syllabus, or even send it home in students' backpacks. Pro-tip: Print a few extra copies to keep on hand for new students throughout the year! 

Step 6: Guide Parents on How to Join

Now that parents have the Class Join Code, it's important to guide them on how to access Reading.com:

  1. Use the Class Join Link or QR Code: Parents must use the link or QR code from the take-home letter to join the class.
  2. Create an Account: Parents should use their own email address to create an account and set up their child's profile. Note to Parents: If you have already created a Reading.com account, you will need to use a different email address from the one you used to create the new account.
  3. Download the Reading.com App: Finally, parents will need to download the Reading.com app and log in using their email address. They should select "Parent" as the account type.


And there you have it! By sharing your Reading.com purchase with your students' parents, you're building a strong partnership that supports your students' reading journey both at school and at home. Together, you and the parents can ensure that every student gets the practice they need to become a confident reader. Happy reading!