This kit creatively introduces the patented narrative icons of the original Story Grammar Marker. It fosters the connection between language and literacy to preschool through second grade students. Emerging readers and writers will be introduced to the first four stages of narrative development by this multi-sensory tool. It was named a Top 100 Best Children’s Product of 2006 by Dr. Toy.
— “Braidy was chosen as the comprehension and expression component of a study conducted by Haskins Laboratories, a research facility affiliated with Yale University, thus making the methodology and related tools research-based,” EVP Brian Scott Welch of MindWing Concepts told TDmonthly. “Braidy’s systematic, explicit approach assists children in developing deep comprehension and critical thinking skills.” Launch date: March 2003.