Learn-to-Read Apps

Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic

Excellent interactive early phonics storybook.

AGE
4
Bob Books #2 - Reading Magic HD

Spelling games offer fab way to learn to read.

AGE
4
Kids Learn to Read

Cute app moves kids closer to independent reading.

AGE
4
Martha Speaks Dog Party

Familiar PBS character hosts fun vocab games.

AGE
4
Smiley Sight Words

Tops among virtual learn-to-read flash card apps.

AGE
4
Word Wagon - by Duck Duck Moose

Colorful spelling game with lots of ways to customize.

AGE
4

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