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About PLD's evidence-based approach to literacy & learning.
Prospective Authors
If you are a literacy professional interested in contributing to PLD Learning Resources, we’re very interested in hearing from you. Please review the following information to discover how we can work together with you. Guide for Prospective Authors PLD Learning Resources is an Australian company specialising in the publication of learning resources for 3 to 11-year-olds. The company was established in 2007 and currently publishes over 85 items. PLD Learning Resources publishes resources des
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We are having a parent workshop, do you have any suggestions of content we can use?
PLD recommends parent education so that home and school can work in partnership to maximise the learning outcomes of students. The following list of clips are designed to either be embedded within e-newsletters or viewed within parent education workshops/sessions. There between 10 and 15 downloads for each age range that focus on pencil grip, cutting skills, motor development, news-telling, semantics, comprehension, picture books etc. These are easily located within the DOWNLOADS tab of eac
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Can I trade-in old resources?
Yes. PLD provides a 20% discount on the new version of the resources you would like to trade-in. Step 1: Establish what is to be traded in Fill out our online TRADE-IN FORM. Upon receipt of this form (i.e. the list of items that are to be traded in and their replacements) a quote can be supplied. Once the quote is accepted, please forward a purchase order number or credit card details, and the ‘trade-in’ will be processed. **Step 2: Trade in’
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Is there evidence based research that provides support for PLD's structured synthetic phonics approach?
There are several studies that we can provide you with that will provide support for PLD’s structured synthetic phonics approach. PLD received significant mentions in the 2015 ‘High Performing School: what do they have in common?’ (Louden) research. You can find a summary of the research here and the whole article here(https://pld-literacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/High-performing-primary-schools-what-t
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What are PLD's opening hours?
PLD Regular Opening Hours Monday - 9:30am to 4:30pm Tuesday to Thursday - 9:30am to 2:30pm Friday - 9:30am to 2:00pm However orders can be placed on our website at https://pld-literacy.org 24/7. Should you wish to arrange an appointment outside these hours, please contact us here(support@pld-literacy.org?subject=Outside hours appointment request). We endeavour to answer emails within 24 hours, if you have not heard from us please call or
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What are some alternatives to having Diana conduct a PD at our school?
An option for staff professional learning/development when schools are unable to secure the dates they are seeking or when staff budgets are limited are the PLD Online Courses. The online courses are new to PLD’s offering and throughout 2017, the reviews have been very positive. Staff can view the content online for 3 months and a certificate is awarded at the end of the course. The online courses provide the information required for implementation, but it is common that a ‘Q and A’ session is
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Does SPELD recognise PLD's programs?
Keep in mind that there is a range of SPELD organisations around Australia, and there are differences in how each operates. Each SPELD organisation is extremely busy catering for large numbers of students and families, but in general PLD has a positive working relationship with as many of the SPELD's as we can manage. Most SPELD's have been supplied with a collection of the PLD programs for their libraries and PLD also collaborates annually with workshop presentations. PLD's 'structured synthet
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What does PLD stand for?
PLD is dedicated to Promoting Literacy Development through our resources which deliver outcomes across 3 core areas: Literacy, Oral Language and Movement & Motor. This specialised approach, derived from the disciplines of education, speech pathology and occupational therapy, helps teachers develop the whole child so students 3 - 11 years of age reach their academic potential.  your virus software settings. Option 2: Access the links on another network outside your school. e.g. At home. Option 3: If those aren’t possible options or don't work, forward the e-mail newsletter to your school IT department and let them know you’re having
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Do you have a product catalogue?
The following link, will lead to the range of PLD's catalogues and advertising flyers. Click here. By clicking on the thumbnails the materials can be downloaded. Requests for hard copies of catalogues and advertising material can be lodged here.
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Can I access public transport to get to PLD?
Yes, Claisebrook station on the Armadale/Thornlie and Midland lines is a short walk from PLD, as displayed in the map below. PLD office location
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What are the options for the staff training?
Option 1 PLD has a range of online courses available for purchase at https://courses.pld-literacy.org/ There is one course for the EARLY YEARS another for the FOUNDATION YEAR, another for YEAR 1 & 2 and another for YEARS 3, 4, 5 & 6. The interactive online courses flyer outlines the relevant courses are for each year level and can be emailed to PLD. Schools find it cost effective to allocate the relevant online course to each new staff member, or staff m
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I would like to book Diana to come out to the school and present? How do I access Diana's fees and dates she is available?
Please submit your no-obligation request using our consultancy enquiry form here and we will get back in touch ASAP to discuss your requirements further.
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Can I order now but receive a forward dated account?
Yes, we understand managing budgets from year to year can be a challenge so PLD is able to provide resources within the current year but forward-date accounts to the following year (or years). E.g. Place an order in 2017, but pay in 2018/2019. For this to occur, the PLD office requires a purchase order number for the subsequent year (or years). To place an order using this method, please get in touch(support@pld-literacy.org?subject=Forward-dated account order enquiry).
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Do you work outside of the Perth Metropolitan area?
Yes. PLD provides consulting services in regional areas, nationally and internationally. Please Contact Us(support@pld-literacy.org?subject=Consulting booking enquiry) if you would like more details.
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Does PLD sell wholesale to re-sellers?
PLD welcomes interstate and overseas distributors, but given the competitive nature of the publishing industry, PLD requires: Minimum orders of $2500 (after discount and exclusive of GST). Freight to be added to the order. Full payment at the time of the initial two orders and thereafter account terms can be negotiated. Distributors to add their own orders into the PLD website (along with a promo code which will automatically apply the agreed pricing discount to the order). The init
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Can I copy pages from PLD books?
Current Australian copyright law states that if a school or individual owns a publication, that 10% of that publication may be copied on any one day. This means on subsequent days, additional 10% amounts of the title can also be copied. As the Australian copyright law stands, schools or individuals who have purchased PLD titles (i.e. black-line masters, flip books, activity books or charts) are within their rights to copy the entire publication over a 10 day period. PLD requests in fairness tha
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Where can I find your privacy policy & are you GDPR compliant?
A copy of our privacy policy can be found here: https://pld-literacy.org/help-pages/privacy-policy/ While we are an Australian-based business, we accept that people from the EU may visit our website and so we have implemented protocols to ensure we adhere to GDPR requirements. Further details about this compliance and how EU residents can exercise their rights to access or erasure of data we collect can be found on the privacy policy linked
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I am interested in learning more about PLD and the PLD whole school literacy strategy? Where do I start?
There is a general enquiry form that we ask that you complete. It will just take a few moments, but it will provide us with information on what you are seeking. Once it is clear whether you are seeking programs only or programs and training, and when you are keen to implement, we can then send you the relevant information. Once the form is received, someone from PLD will be in contact to discuss your needs. If you would prefer you can provide the information by calling the PLD office or by e
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I would like to place a book order. How do I order books? Can I order a book over the phone?
All book orders can be processed directly through our website at www.pld-literacy.org.
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What do I prepare for my 'coaching session' with Diana Rigg?
Preparation for the appointment will greatly assist the efficiency of the individual session. The following details will enable Diana to understand your needs and to prepare relevant information for that meeting. Typically if prepared for the appointment, more content can be covered. Please send through prior to the appointment: A general list of areas to discuss. Specific questions to answered. Please bring along on the day: An accession list of the PLD programs that the school has purc
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We are keen to start introducing PLD in Foundation. How do we go about this?
Pre-Primary (WA), Prep. (QLD, Vic, Tas) Reception (SA), Transition (NT) or Kindergarten (NSW) A general enquiry form can be completed. i. PLD maintains that an investment in training, will assist the effectiveness of how programs are implemented. The cost effective training options include: Online courses - Which online course?(https://support.pld-literacy.org/en-au/article/which-online-course-s
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My school is keen to implement PLD’s programs and processes across the school. What do you suggest?
Recommendation 1: Training is recommended for staff transitioning to different year levels and for staff who haven’t attended a PLD presentation for several years. Option 1: Seminars in the PLD training room. The school holiday seminars are a cost effective option, as schools are not funding relief teachers. To register click here. Option 2: Online courses for the relevant year levels. Many schools on the pupil free days ask teac
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I am involved in setting up a new school. What would be involved in implementing PLD's programs and processes in the new school?
Alternatively, you may be an existing school and you are keen to investigate if PLD has programs and processes that may enhance literacy and learning levels within your school. The PLD Programs: Your best starting point is to view the downloadable booklet: Scheduling PLD's Resources Within a Whole School Literacy Plan. 