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Welcome to Phonics.org

You want to find phonics activities that are fun, engaging, and backed by evidence so your kids can achieve their full potential. Whether you teach in a classroom or support your child’s learning at home, a proven instructional program is crucial to their literacy development.

But with countless apps and programs online, it isn’t easy to know which ones are the most effective (or worth the money).

That’s why we’re here!

Our team of educators and literacy experts review the top phonics programs so you can make an informed choice. Every week, we release a new review plus fresh articles that explore the science, teaching, news, history, and excitement of phonics education.

Ready to help your kids become lifelong learners?

Ready to help your kids become lifelong learners?

Recent Reviews

Reading.com App Review

Reading.com App Review

A Unique, Research-Based Approach to Teaching Children to Read At phonics.org, we evaluate phonics programs designed for children—empowering you to make informed decisions about the most suitable apps for your…

Top 5 Reading Apps for Kids

Top 5 Reading Apps for Kids

With so many educational apps available, it can be tricky to figure out which ones are high quality and which apps are merely entertaining. In this article, we explore the…

Learn to Read: Duolingo ABC Review

Learn to Read: Duolingo ABC Review

At phonics.org, we review educational apps so you can make informed decisions on your child’s education. This is for you if you want to know an expert’s honest Duolingo ABC review…

ABCmouse Review: Quantity vs. Quality for New Readers

ABCmouse Review: Quantity vs. Quality for New Readers

ABCmouse.com is an educational app tailored for children ages 2 to 8. It offers more than 10,000 activities and 850 lessons that foster learning in a variety of subjects.  If…

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Featured Articles

Organizing Your Home Reading Space for the New Year

Organizing Your Home Reading Space for the New Year

January brings fresh energy and clean slates. You’ve organized closets, cleared out old toys, and maybe even tackled that junk drawer. But have you looked at your child’s reading materials…

Setting Realistic Phonics Milestones for Your Child

Setting Realistic Phonics Milestones for Your Child

New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for adults. January offers the perfect opportunity to set meaningful reading goals for your child. The key isn’t setting ambitious targets that lead to frustration.…

Why January is the Perfect Time to Start Phonics Intervention

Why January is the Perfect Time to Start Phonics Intervention

The new year brings more than just resolutions and fresh calendars. For parents of struggling readers, January offers a strategic window of opportunity that is often overlooked. The timing isn’t…