600+ modules covering phonics, decodable readers, writing instruction, NAPLAN-style practice, and a 300+ story library — Foundation to Year 6.
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Supports at-home reading, EAL communities, and family literacy programs through your library membership — available 24/7.
Access Ziptales through your school or library subscription. 300+ stories, phonics games and writing activities — anytime, on any device.
Children using Ziptales at school can continue their phonics and reading practice at home through their local library — at no extra cost to families.
Three evidence-based pillars designed for Australian and NZ classrooms
Primary differentiator
Structured phonics instruction and decodable readers grounded in the Science of Reading — matched to every stage.
“Research shows explicit, systematic phonics is one of the most effective ways to teach early reading.”
Explicit writing instruction
Write Time gives students explicit instruction in narrative, argument, and recount — structured lessons for every primary year level.
Language conventions & comprehension
Skill Builders and comprehension activities build language conventions and reading skills — in class and beyond.
Choose your year level to explore what Ziptales offers
Phonemic awareness & first stories
Letter sounds, rhyme, and foundational reading skills — designed to spark a love of stories.
Decodable readers & early writing
Structured phonics and decodable readers grounded in the Science of Reading.
Comprehension & analytical writing
Write Time, Skill Builders, and NAPLAN-style activities for upper primary.
Everything you need to evaluate, set up, and use Ziptales in your school or library
A quick walkthrough of the platform — phonics, stories, writing instruction, and NAPLAN practice. Everything a teacher or librarian needs to evaluate Ziptales.
Everything you need to evaluate, set up, and use Ziptales in your school. Includes curriculum mapping, year level guides, and practical teacher tips.
Download PDF — freeSee exactly what Foundation, Year 2, Year 4, and Year 6 students experience — and how Ziptales maps to your class curriculum.
View year level guidesZiptales is an online literacy website, custom built by digital publishers with a background in teaching. Its primary aim is to make reading an enjoyable experience. Too often, children are reluctant to read because they see it as ‘too hard’ or a ‘chore’. The Ziptales mission is to make reading fun for all primary age children.
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