NaturalReader
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The worst website i have seen in a long time.
Good program but...
What's it about?
Natural Reader is a downloadable text-to-speech tool for kids who struggle with reading, or simply want text read aloud to them. Once downloaded, you can use it anywhere by simply selecting or copying and pasting text. Natural Reader can read Word files, web pages, pdf files, and emails. There’s a floating toolbar that you can access in any of these applications. In the purchased versions, kids can create mp3 or wav files to listen to study material on the go. Instructions aren’t available within the program, but they’re pretty simple and can be accessed on the website or in a series of YouTube videos.
Is it any good?
Talk to your kids about ...
Families can talk about the benefits of hearing words aloud. Explore your family’s favorite fun websites and listen the content read aloud.
- Demonstrate how to proofread with Natural Reader by having kids listen to their own text after they write it.
Website details
- Subjects: Language & Reading: phonics, reading, reading comprehension, vocabulary
- Skills: Self-Direction: academic development, working efficiently
- Genre: Educational
- Pricing structure: Paid, Free
- Last updated: October 10, 2018
Our editors recommend
For kids who love reading help
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