By: Capella University
May 22. 2018
Source: https://www.capella.edu/blogs/cublog/literacy-tools-for-early-childhood-education/
There are myriad literacy tools available to early childhood educators, with a growing focus on technology-based learning aids.
As more school districts are providing iPads and other devices for use in the classroom, educators are looking for apps to include in their curriculum.
Here are 10 such education apps designed to develop early child literacy.
1. Bob Books #1 – Reading Magic (Ages 4+)
What it offers: This interactive book app teaches beginning reading skills using phonics, spelling, and repetition. Each “book” in the app can be played at different difficulty levels, allowing kids to advance as their skills improve.
Why get it: You can customize the settings to match a child’s reading level and phonics knowledge.
Availability: Android, iPhone and iPad
2. Endless Alphabet (Ages 3+)
What it offers: Monster-themed activities help children learn their ABCs and build vocabulary. Short puzzle games with monster animations and talking letters challenge them to learn fun words like “gargantuan” and “cooperate.”
Why get it: Designed by the creators of Sesame Street’s classic The Monster at the End of This Book.
Availability: Android, iPhone and iPad
3. Endless Reader (Ages 3+)
What it offers: After children master Endless Alphabet, they can move on to Endless Reader. This app helps develop literacy by introducing kids to “sight words”—the most commonly used words in children’s books. Recognizing sight words will set children up for success as they learn to read.
Why get it: Both Endless Reader and Endless Alphabet were designed to limit stress in kids. There are no high scores or failures.
Availability: Android, iPhone and iPad
This is just a reference for me to see what literacy-helping apps are available. There’s a mix of free and paid apps.
