About Us

Our Story

McRuffy Press was founded in 1991 by Brian Davis, a former elementary school teacher with a master's degree in reading instruction. As a kindergarten teacher, Brian saw firsthand the need for dynamic, engaging materials that would truly pull children in and help them learn — so he set out to create them himself.

It started in his own classroom. Brian began developing the Ruff McRuffy line of books to help his students build strong reading foundations. When he saw how successful his students became, he knew he had something worth sharing. It wasn't long before more materials and grade levels were added, and McRuffy Press was officially launched to serve homeschool programs and classrooms across the country.

Our Mission

For over 30 years, McRuffy Press has been committed to providing easy-to-use and engaging learning experiences through curriculum and hands-on activities. Our materials are designed with both the teacher and the learner in mind — making it simple for parents and educators to deliver lessons that stick.

What Makes McRuffy Different

Brian's background as a classroom teacher shaped every aspect of McRuffy's approach:

Integrated learning — subjects are woven together in a way that reinforces understanding across disciplines
Hands-on activities — children learn by doing, not just reading
Comprehensive teacher's guides — so parents and educators always know exactly what to do next
Proven results — used in traditional classrooms, homeschool programs, and by parents around the world

Awards & Recognition

McRuffy Press has earned recognition from leading homeschool and education organizations:

Selected by Cathy Duffy as a 101 Top Pick in phonics and reading curriculum (2012)
Awarded the Homeschool.com Seal of Approval
Recipient of the Reader's Choice Award 2017 by the readers of Practical Homeschooling

Brian is also the author of The Book of Matt chapter books, as well as the creator of the McRuffy Phonics and Reading series, the McRuffy Math series, and the McRuffy Science series.

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