Reviews

Looking for the right phonics program?

Not all phonics programs are created equally. With so many phonics apps out there, how do you determine the most effective one?

The literacy experts at phonics.org thoroughly review educational phonics programs so you don’t have to. Each program is rated following a set of criteria backed by educators and parents.

Quality of instruction: Accuracy, type of instruction, scope and sequence, and efficacy.
Usability: Ease of use, adaptive learning options, accessibility for diverse learners, and customer support.
Engagement: Interactiveness, quality of visual graphics, level of entertainment, and player motivation.

Explore the phonics programs below for honest reviews and recommendations! 

Rated Phonics Programs

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hooked on phonics app review

Hooked on Phonics App Review

Hooked on Phonics, established in 1987, emerged as a renowned educational program designed to...

Starfall ABC App Review

Starfall ABC is a well-known phonics app for K-5 students. But how does it...

letterschool app review

LetterSchool App Review for Phonics Instruction

At phonics.org, we assess phonics programs for children, enabling you to make well-informed decisions...

Reading Raven App Review

At phonics.org, we evaluate children’s phonics programs so that you can make informed decisions...

khan academy kids review

Khan Academy Kids Review for Learning to Read 

Khan Academy Kids is a resource for children ages 2 to 8. It provides...

children playing project read AI on a laptop

Project Read AI: Review

Project Read AI is an artificial intelligence reading tutor. Launched in August 2023, this...

Endless Alphabet App Review

A Simple and Engaging App That Disappoints in Alphabet Instruction Take a detailed look...

kids playing the super simple songs app

Super Simple Songs App Review

Building Literacy Foundations With Super Simple Songs Playlists At phonics.org, we review the most...

phonics hero

Phonics Hero Review

Literacy experts at Phonics.org explore different phonics and reading programs for kids. By sharing...

teacher blending board app review

Blending Board App Review

A Decoding Practice App With Potential Take a closer look at literacy learning apps...

Phonics Assessment Tools: How to Measure Reading Progress Effectively

Phonics Assessment Tools: How to Measure Reading Progress Effectively

The journey to reading proficiency isn’t linear—it’s filled with plateaus, leaps forward, and occasional steps back. This natural variability makes systematic assessment not just helpful but essential. When we regularly…

Phonics Games for the Classroom: 10 Teacher-Approved Activities

Phonics Games for the Classroom: 10 Teacher-Approved Activities

Learning to read shouldn’t feel like a chore. When children associate reading with enjoyment, they’re more likely to develop into lifelong readers who approach books with enthusiasm rather than dread.…

What is Inference? Helping Young Readers Become Critical Thinkers

What is Inference? Helping Young Readers Become Critical Thinkers

Your five-year-old is listening to you read “Little Red Riding Hood.” When the wolf appears dressed as Grandma, your child exclaims, “That’s not Grandma! It’s the wolf trying to trick…

Accessible Literacy Learning (ALL) App Review

Accessible Literacy Learning (ALL) App Review

Empowering Nonverbal Learners with Phonics and Reading Skills Are you curious about other literacy apps that may be a good match for your child? Check out additional expert reviews at…

Sound Beginnings App Review

Sound Beginnings App Review

A Simple Approach to Phoneme Isolation Check out the other articles at phonics.org to see how other literacy apps measure up.  Continue reading this article to learn more about the…

Read With Phonics Games – App Review

Read With Phonics Games – App Review

A Simple and Playful Phonics Experience There are tons of phonics reviews at phonics.org! Check them out to become more informed about educational options for your student or child.  Continue…

GraphoGame: Learn To Read App Review

GraphoGame: Learn To Read App Review

Does The ‘World’s Most Researched Game’ Meet Current Standards?  Are you curious about how other literacy apps measure up? Check out the other detailed literacy app reviews on phonics.org.  Continue…

Alphablocks: Letter Fun App Review

Alphablocks: Letter Fun App Review

Exploring Letter Sound Learning with the Alphablocks: Letter Fun App Check out phonics.org to see more detailed literacy app reviews and make informed choices for your students or children.  Continue…

ABC Spelling Magic App Review

ABC Spelling Magic App Review

Preschool University Takes On Spelling Practice Read more literacy app reviews on phonics.org to make informed choices about your child’s education.  Continue reading to learn more about the ABC Spelling…

Reading Magic App 1 – Learning to Read Review

Reading Magic App 1 – Learning to Read Review

A Closer Look at Preschool University Want to read honest, expert reviews on literacy apps? Check out the Phonics.org library where our literacy experts share their insights!  In this article,…