Our Approach

At Maitri Learning, we believe effective instruction must be rooted in neurodevelopment, responsive to each learner, and designed for lasting success. Our research-backed materials align with how children’s brains naturally develop—through choice, repetition, and self-directed, interest-driven learning. Tested and refined by educators, every Maitri Learning resource is appealing, precise, durable, and distraction-free. We don’t just follow trends—we follow what tested bodies of research say works best for children. By honoring student agency and fostering hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences, we help educators move beyond scripted programs to create classrooms where students learn how to learn, fostering curiosity and deep engagement. As a teacher-founded, woman-owned, eco-happy small business, Maitri Learning is committed to producing high-quality, ethically made resources that align with science of reading and human development—empowering educators, engaging students, and fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Rooted in Neurodevelopment

Designed for the developing brain. Our resources are based on how children naturally learn to read—integrating phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension while honoring student agency through tactile materials that engage all senses and facilitate self-directed learning for deep literacy development.

Research-backed and classroom-tested. Designed and tested by educators, every Maitri Learning resource is research-based, appealing, precise, durable, and distraction-free. We don’t just follow trends—we follow what neuroscience says works best for children.

Intuitive Teaching

Less prep, more teaching. Our materials are ready to use right out of the box, requiring minimal prep so educators can focus on what truly matters—teaching and reaching their students. Our step-by-step Guided Lesson plans are included with every material making it easy for educators to get going right away. 

Student-driven, teacher-friendly. Our flexible, easy-to-use materials empower educators while allowing children to learn at their own pace. By fostering inquiry, curiosity, and joyful learning, we help create engaged, self-motivated readers.

High-Quality, Eco-Happy Materials

Learning without harming the planet.We believe in sustainability. Our high-quality and high-clarity materials are ethically made, free from phthalates, and designed with minimal waste—because great learning shouldn’t come at the cost of the environment.

Intrinsic Student Engagement

The science of reading, the art of learning. We combine the science of reading, the magic of children’s natural curiosity, and the latest research in neurodevelopment to create materials that truly work for and engage young learners. 

Grounded in the Science of Reading

Building on phonics to cultivate lifelong readers. True literacy is more than just decoding words. Our comprehensive approach moves students from oral language to phonics to fluency and comprehension, using repeated engagement, meaningful choices, and self-correction to foster lifelong reading skills.

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