Learn-to-Read Apps, Games, and Websites
We've gathered some of the best apps, games, and websites for building your kids' reading skills. Together, these resources cover reading skills from letter recognition, phonics, and site words to vocabulary building and comprehension. So whether you're on the go or on the couch, start here, and make learning to read fun and engaging.
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Ad-free pay site helps little ones get ready for school.
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Excellent interactive early phonics storybook.
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Spelling games offer fab way to learn to read.
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Fun, simple phonics games hosted by Word World character.
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Learn the alphabet with tracing, puzzles, videos, and songs.
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Cute book has an anti-materialism message, unique modes.
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Exciting learn-to-read game incorporates your drawings.
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Cute app moves kids closer to independent reading.
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Great early-reading mini-games with fun characters.
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Familiar PBS character hosts fun vocab games.AGEPlatforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch -
Self-directed, fun, simple lessons will engage pre-readers.
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Hundreds of learn-to-read flash cards, good customization.
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Creativity makes this engaging learning app a favorite.
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Outstanding learn-to-read site sure to engage little ones.
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Colorful spelling game with lots of ways to customize.
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Electric Company app helps kids learn to express emotions.
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Strong educational content; decent entertainment value.
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Creative games offer great practice in early reading skills.
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Fun games and a strong push to buy Poptropica membership.
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Imaginative sci-fi RPG entertains as it builds vocabulary.
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Great study tool offers options for various learning styles.
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Vocabulary-building word puzzle game shines on iOS.
AGEPlatforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
