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If you\u2019re wondering about reading apps \u2013 if they work, are they worth the screen time, and which ones are best \u2013 keep reading. Because yes, these educational apps can support growing readers learning to read with teaching basics like alphabet sounds (phonics) and encouraging more reading with storybook apps. Even better, the quality of these gamified learning apps will impress you.<\/p>\n

No, they\u2019re not a waste of time. Not the good ones, anyway. Used judiciously, and as a complement to physical books, good reading apps can help kids learn to read and practice reading. And they\u2019re convenient for busy families who want to encourage reading engagement on the go.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe advantage of using a device for reading is that it easily fits into modern families\u2019 busy schedules so kids can read anywhere,\u201d explains Beth Chang of iGameMom<\/a>.<\/p>\n

There are many reading apps out there, though, and they\u2019re not all created equal. We cut through the noise to find you the best reading apps for your kids.<\/p>\n

list_with_images yes Learning To Read Apps <\/p>\n

Learning to read apps should include phonics, sight words, as well as reading words and sentences.<\/p>\n

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Perfect for your preschoolers and kindergartners, this app delves into the first years of reading, starting with matching letters and sounds as you follow a cute monster on a magical journey.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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This top-rated, research-backed app motivates kids ages 2 to 8 to love reading by building on what they already know and tapping into the topics that most interest them.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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Based on the sequential Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read program, these apps offer a library of books rated for difficulty as well as lessons for beginning readers learning to read.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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With 700+ lessons and stories, this app teaches kids phonics-based reading using games and kid-friendly visuals and includes a helpful parent progress tracking area.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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This ad-free app boasts a \u201cPlaylearning\u2122<\/strong>\u201d method so children\u2019s lessons, games, songs, and videos are meant to feel like play while being instructive. Track your child\u2019s learning in reading and other subjects with a dedicated progress area for parents.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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Cute videos and games with cartoon illustrations teach kids foundational reading skills such as syllables, story elements, and more. Watch short instructional videos then apply the lessons with interactive games. The free app also includes a library of books, customization, and lessons in other core subjects such as math and writing.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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SplashLearn is a popular educational ad-free app with all the core subjects including reading. The app\u2019s reading games teach children the basics of literacy starting with letters and continues into more advanced reading comprehension strategies. All the activities adapt to a child\u2019s learning pace and are visible in a parent progress area.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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This phonics app requires adult facilitation to support learners with the app\u2019s guided lessons, interactive games, and books. Adults will help children as they learn the concepts in 99+ step-by-step lessons and will co-read the decodable books along with the child.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

list_with_images yes Practice Reading Apps <\/p>\n

There are a lot of individual story apps, but economically it\u2019s to your advantage to use an app with books within it. Generally these subscriptions are in the $10-a-month range. Also, unlike single story apps, most of these reading apps show the reading levels so you know your child is reading a just-right book.<\/p>\n

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These beautifully illustrated stories allow kids to be the main character of most stories. Kids can read the story themselves or listen to a narrator reading the book. What\u2019s extra special is that the child or adult can record themselves narrating the story, too.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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Epic continues to grow its eBook collection with over 40,000 popular books and audiobooks such as Scaredy Squirrel<\/em>, Diary of a Wimpy Kid<\/em>, and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe<\/em>. Reading logs, personalization, and rewards are offered to support developing readers as well as read-to-me books, graphic novels, and a parent portal.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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In this read aloud story app, children watch and listen to animated books with fun sound effects. Newly available is the option to turn the animated visuals off and listen to the audiobook only for a screen-free experience. Although there are no parental controls, the app offers free lesson plans for teachers and parents.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

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From Reading is Fundamental with LeVar Burton, this app is a library of hundreds of eBooks with read-own-your-own or read-to-me options plus related video field trips and other activities, plus a parent dashboard.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a><\/p>\n

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Libby is the free digital OverDrive library app that allows library card holders to check out ebooks, magazines, and audiobooks for 21 days. Search titles by \u201cjuvenile\u201d and you\u2019ll find children\u2019s books to borrow, download, and read on any device. Younger children will need adult help.<\/p>\n

Available on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a><\/p>\n

Reading on a device is so much better than playing mindless games. Plus, books on your mobile or table make this Chinese proverb even truer: A book is like a garden, carried in the pocket.<\/p>\n

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