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Discover tips, tools, and inspiration to help your child become a Rockstar Reader!

 

From practical reading strategies to confidence building activities, our blog is packed with resources for parents, educators, and young readers.

NOW ENROLLING  - NEXT SESSION - JANUARY 11, 2027

Rockstar
Reader Club: 
Beyond the Book

A high-impact virtual literacy program for ages 8–12 blending academic skill, social-emotional learning, and the spark to read for life. Designed by author and Readologist® Kathryn P. Carter, M.Ed./KP Carter

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MEET YOUR READOLOGIST ™
Kathryn P. Carter, M.Ed.

Rockstar Reader University

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Three Programs, One Umbrella

Rockstar Reader Club: Beyond the Book

For homeschool pods, schools & organizations

A 3-month virtual reading club that builds comprehension, vocabulary and empathy through stories kids love.

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Ages 8–12 · Virtual literacy coaching · Pre- and post-assessments, facilitator guides, student projects, stickers and badges

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Next session starts January 11, 2027.

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Ten Steps to Reading Success

For parents

A practical workshop series that gives parents research-based strategies to support reading at home.

 

Parents and parent-engagement groups · Includes hands-on activities, take-home resources and follow-up support 

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Author Visits

For schools, libraries, museums & organizations

KP Carter brings the Lizzie B. Hayes books to life with readings, writing workshops, Q&A and book signings.

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See it in action

Rockstar Reader Club: Beyond the Book

Watch kids light up as a story is turned into a lesson in reading, writing and leadership.

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The world's only readologist

Meet the Readologist™

Education consultant, author and speaker.

Kathryn P. Carter, M.Ed. is a lifelong educator, literacy advocate, TEDx speaker and children’s author with more than 30 years in public and private education. As a former K–12 Director of Language Arts and Testing, she understands literacy from the classroom to the district level.

“Reading and writing are the keys to the world. When we transform a child into a ‘Rockstar Reader,’ we aren’t just improving test scores, we are opening doors to a future without limits.”

A legacy of results

5,000+
Literary Success: Over 5,000
Lizzie B. Hayes books sold.

+10%

Academic Excellence: Increased district-wide Language Arts scores by 10%.

K–12 Director of Language Arts

Orange Public Schools, Orange, NJ

2013

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Community Impact:

Increased parent engagement by 25%.

Orange Public Schools 2012

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Award recognition: Black Authors Matter Children’s Book Award · Finalist, 2023, for Summertime with Lizzie B. Hayes, Second Edition. Sponsored by the National Black Book Festival.

 Professional highlights & expertise

  • Culturally Responsive Leadership
    Led teams in selecting culturally relevant
    materials and writing inclusive K–12 curricula.

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  • Data-Driven Instruction:

       Spearheaded data analysis initiatives

       to inform teaching and improve student outcomes.

  • Teacher Advocacy:

        Developed coaching initiatives for first- and second-         year teachers to improve retention.

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  • Creative Engagement: Curates immersive author experiences in libraries, museums and cultural centers

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  • Speaker: keynotes NJASL, BCALA, TEDx Charlotte

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Book a free 15-minute callSchedule KP Carter to Speak

Everything a classroom, library or after-school program needs to run the Rockstar Reader Club: Beyond the Book / 25 students.


$100 per child
Shipping not included

"the blast off bundle"

What’s included:

  • 25 sets of the Lizzie B. Hayes trilogy (75 books)

  • Facilitator guide and wall poster (downloadable)

  • Audiobook license

  • Bookmarks, stickers and bravery badges (25 sets)

  • 30-minute virtual author chat with KP Carter

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$2,500

Book a free 15-minute callRequest a quote for a purchase order

THE LIZZIE B. HAYES TRILOGY · AGES 8 - 12

Start with Lizzie 

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2023 Black Authors Matter
Children's Book Award Finalist

Summertime with Lizzie B. Hayes,

Second Edition

$14.99

Buy Book 1

Lizzie B. Hayes and the Great Camp Caper,

Second Edition

$14.99

Buy Book 2

Lizzie B. Hayes on a Mission

$14.99 · Also on audiobook

Buy Book 3

REAL VOICES

What families and partners say

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join KP Carter's Free Webinar

Transform Your Literacy Strategy:
Rockstar Reader Club: Beyond the Book Webinar

Sunday, November 15, 2026
5:10 pm - 6:10 pm Eastern 

View details & register

 

Author visits, keynotes and family workshops for schools, libraries, museums and community groups, in person or virtual.

Tell KP about your event, and she will reply with her availability and pricing.

AUTHOR VISITS AND SPEAKING

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  1. The Hero’s Choice: When did you want to jump in and help, or do something differently?

  2. The Main Stage: If a book picked you as the main character, what adventure would you go on?

  3. The Voice: If your thoughts could talk on the page today, what would they say?

  4. The Rule Breaker: What rule in the world would you change to make things better. Explain why , and tell what would happen next?

  5. The Connection: Which character feels most like you or someone you know? How does that feeling help you understand others?

5 questions that help students go beyond the book.

FREE · TRY IT TONIGHT

Two Free Gifts From Lizzie B. Hayes

 

Books 1 and 2 - Activity and coloring sheets

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Book 3 Sneak peek -Lizzie B. Hayes On a Mission

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