The Learn-To-Read Treasure Hunt Game

“My struggling reader learned to read through a treasure hunt (no worksheets and no battles)."

What if your child doesn't hate reading...

What if they just hate the way we've been asking them to learn?

Does this sound like your child?

  • "I don't want to read!"

  • Will do anything to avoid it — including the world's most creative stalling tactics

  • Reads one word, then needs to dance, sing, wiggle, or cartwheel

  • Melts down after just a few words

  • Knows they should practice... and refuses anyway

  • Learns best moving, playing, exploring — not sitting still

That was my kids.

Bright. Curious. Endlessly energetic. The kind of kids who love to move and explore.

Then reading practice started, and something shifted.

  • They weren't excited.

  • They weren't engaged.

  • Sometimes they flat-out refused.

  • Other times they read so slowly that we both ended up frustrated.

  • Often it became a battle.

As a parent, I knew there had to be a better way.

Then, after my youngest son finished Kindergarten, his report card confirmed what I'd been worried about - he was falling behind in reading.That summer, I made a decision.Instead of searching for a another workbook or another reading program, I immersed myself in learning how children actually learn to read.I spent the entire summer studying evidence-based reading instruction while teaching my son at home.As I learned, I started creating games that followed the same step-by-step progression children use to become confident readers.

That became Treasure Tales.

Not just a game.

A reading adventure built on a carefully planned sequence of Quests that gradually build skills, confidence, and a love of reading.

The change in my son was almost immediate.

  • He stopped seeing reading as work.

  • He wanted to play.

Even after completing the same adventure several times, he'd ask, "Can we play it again?"

Because he wasn't trying to finish a reading lesson.

He was trying to complete a Quest.

That's exactly why Treasure Tales exists.

To help children who would rather run, hop, imagine, and explore.

To help them discover that reading can be an adventure too.

Because every child deserves to feel successful.

And sometimes, success doesn't come from trying harder.Sometimes it comes from learning differently.

What is it?

This is a printable treasure hunt reading game designed to help kids learn to read without pressure.Your child:

  • follows clues

  • sounds out words

  • builds confidence

  • and actually enjoys the process

All while playing!

How it works (simple)

1. Print the game
2. Hide the clues
3. Let your child run around and read!That's it.

Designed with how kids actually learn to read

I didn't just make a game.I spent hours researching:

  • phonics

  • blending sounds

  • how kids build reading skills

Then built that into a step-by-step system inside the game.

Who this is for

This is perfect if your child

  • is just starting to read

  • is struggling or behind

  • resists reading practice

  • is an active kid

  • needs something more fun than worksheets

What other parents are saying

"The girls love it! It's very easy to set up and really fun for the kids."

"My son loves it and it really works! He went from barely knowing his letter sounds to reading full sentences!"

"This has been perfect for my daughter who resists reading. Reading time used to be a battle and now it is a fun and exciting time for both of us."

"This game is brilliant! Thank you for creating it!"

Start turning reading into something they actually enjoy

You don't need to fight your child to practice reading anymore.You just need a better way.

Instant access

  • Download immediately

  • Print at home

  • Play today

Try it risk-free

If it's not a fit for your child, just reach out - I want this to actually help families.

About Me

Hi!
I'm Jessie, mom of five and the creator of Treasure Tales. I created this game after my littlest son struggled with reading and traditional methods weren’t working. I dug deep into learning the fundamentals of how kids develop reading skills, then built those same skills into a simple, engaging treasure hunt —and everything changed. He loved it! He asked to play! And step by step, he learned to read! I’m sharing it in hopes it can help other families in the same situation. Learning to read doesn't only happen sitting still and 'practicing'. It can happen in a fun, playful, movement based way that kids love! I hope your kids enjoy it, and get as much out of it as mine have.Much love,
Jessie

I'd love to hear your story, too.If your child is a reluctant reader, has ADHD, or simply learns differently, send me a message.I know how frustrating reading practice can feel, and I'm always happy to help you find the right place to begin.