# Busy Kids + Learn Russian — Russian alphabet for kids 2+yo

> Interactive Russian alphabet and reading app for children aged 2+. (iPhone/iPad app by Victor Lavrentyev.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-kids-plus-learn-russian/id1137952460 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Victor Lavrentyev](https://appshunter.io/developer/625314567)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 148 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 265 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian
- Released: 2016-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-kids-plus-learn-russian/id1137952460/reviews.md

## What is Busy Kids + Learn Russian?

Teach your child to read Russian! Imagine the moment when your child picks up a book and starts reading on their own. Not guessing, but reading — confidently, with understanding and interest. "Bukovki" is not just a game, it's a bridge to the wonderful world of independent reading in Russian.

The #1 children's app for learning Russian. Recommended by educators and speech therapists.

Why do parents and speech therapists choose "Bukovki"? Because we transform the complex learning process into an exciting adventure with Luchik the unicorn. No boring lessons here — just play that teaches effortlessly.

!!! NEW: READING ROOM WITH FAIRY TALES - Has your little one learned the letters? Time to open books! We've added over 20 illustrated fairy tales with a unique interactive reading mode:
- Syllable-by-syllable reading: The child doesn't just see text. They can tap any letter or syllable, and the app will correctly pronounce that combination.
- Comprehension: The method helps easily connect syllables into words, instantly grasping the meaning of what's read.
- Independence: The child turns pages themselves, looks at pictures, and learns to read at their own pace.

KEY APP FEATURES:

!> Unique "Word Workshop" This is the heart of our app. The voiced keyboard lets you type any Russian word, and it comes to life! The word automatically breaks into syllables*, and Luchik shows how to read them correctly. Perfect for understanding word structure.

!> Professional approach The methodology was developed together with renowned speech therapist Olga Karabuta (@logoped_karabuta). We use the phonics method combined with game mechanics. It works for toddlers and for school preparation alike.

WHAT'S INSIDE? A WHOLE UNIVERSE OF KNOWLEDGE:

- Living Alphabet: Voiced Russian alphabet with fun pictures.
- Game Town: Three educational games for memorizing popular letter combinations.
- Wonder Construction: Build and learn letters while expanding vocabulary.
- Inhabited Island: 25+ thematic word sets and meetings with friendly characters.
- Syllable House: Furnish a room with items earned for correctly forming syllables.
- Interactive Panoramas: Explore the living world by solving 200+ voiced riddles.

WHY PARENTS FEEL AT EASE:

- Safety: No ads whatsoever.
- Works offline without Wi-Fi.
- Control: Built-in game timer and detailed statistics of your child's progress.
- Motivation: Sticker album and daily rewards for the child.

"Bukovki" is the best helper for parents, caregivers, and teachers. We don't just teach putting letters together, we teach the love of reading Russian!

If you have questions, write to us: hello@bukovki.app

* "Syllable" — a combination of consonant and vowel, consonant with hard/soft sign, or a single letter.

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## Key features

- Interactive voiced Russian alphabet
- Syllable-by-syllable reading mode
- Word Workshop for syllable breakdown
- 20+ illustrated fairy tales
- Educational games for letter memorization
- Progress tracking and daily rewards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All access! | $4.99 | per month |
| All access! | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| All access! | $14.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version access | $29.99 | one-time |
| Всё и навсегда по вкусной цене | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-kids-plus-learn-russian/id1137952460/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Имба

*2026-05-04*

Остается один вопрос-сколько лет авторам?(это не намёк! А просто вопрос)

### 5/5 — Я често с тик тока

*2026-05-04*

Классное приложение,если бы мне не было бы 12,я бы с удовольствием изучала буквы

### 5/5 — Книга

*2026-04-17*

Кинига

### 5/5 — А

*2026-03-10, version 9.2*

Мне14лет я туда вбиваю тупые слова

### 5/5 — Игра крутая

*2026-02-01*

5 из 5 мне нравится!!!!!

### 5/5 — Хз

*2026-01-18*

Я же не одна из Likee

### 5/5 — 최고임. 진심으로.

*2025-11-26, version 9.1*

러시아어 독학 하려는데 어린아이 앱이라 이상한 광고도 안나오고 러시아어 첨 배우는 사람에게 진심 강추함. 특히 알파벳 소리와 그 조합을 알 수 있었어서 너무 좋았음. 덕에 이제 알파벳 다 외우고 단어 공부중~ 진심.1년만 연속 출석 하면 실력이 쭉쭉 올라감.

### 1/5 — Пишут пробная подписка, а деньги снимают сразу

*2025-08-09, version 9.1*

Оформила пробную подписку на три дня, но списали сразу  и не отображается как пробная. Поддержка на запрос не отвечает.

### 5/5 — 굿

*2025-08-03, version 9.1*

러시아어 이번에 처음 배우는데 알파벳 공부하기 딱 좋네요!💅💅🍒🍒🍒👍👍 러시아어 처음 배우는 사람들에게 강추할게요

### 5/5 — The first one up

*2025-07-28, version 9.1*

The new one was so good

## Frequently asked questions about Busy Kids + Learn Russian

### What does the Busy Kids + Learn Russian app do?

This app is designed to teach young children how to read Russian. It transforms the learning process into an exciting adventure with interactive games, a voiced alphabet, and a special reading room filled with fairy tales. The goal is to help children read confidently and with understanding.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a 'Living Alphabet' with voiced letters and fun pictures, a 'Word Workshop' that breaks down words into syllables, a 'Reading Room' with interactive fairy tales that pronounce syllables, and various educational games for memorizing letter combinations and building vocabulary. It also offers progress tracking and daily rewards.

### How much does the Busy Kids + Learn Russian app cost?

The app is free to download and offers a range of features. However, it includes in-app purchases, suggesting that some content or advanced features may require payment.

### Is this app suitable for very young children?

Yes, the app is specifically designed for children aged 2 and above. It uses a phonics method combined with game mechanics, making it suitable for toddlers and for school preparation alike. Educators and speech therapists recommend it.

### Can this app be used offline?

Yes, the app works offline without the need for Wi-Fi. This makes it a convenient tool for learning and entertainment even when internet access is unavailable.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.2 — 2025-12-15

Hello! It's Luchik!

I've prepared a surprise for you — a whole shelf of fairy tales! Now we can read them together in Russian.

If your little one finds it hard to read a word, just tap on it with a finger — I'll show how the syllables are read. This way we'll learn to read Russian quickly and with pleasure. Inside, more than 20 stories and beautiful pictures await you.

Download the update quickly, fairy tales won't read themselves!

### 9.1 — 2024-12-09

Critical bugs fixed. Lots of free games! Thank you for your warm feedback on our work. Wishing your little ones creative success!

### 9.0 — 2024-09-17

• Critical bugs fixed.
• Lots of free games!
Thank you for your warm feedback regarding our work. Creative success to your kids!

### 8.9 — 2024-04-29

• Critical bugs fixed.
• Lots of free games!
Thank you for your warm feedback regarding our work. Creative success to your kids!

### 8.8 — 2024-02-20

• Critical bugs fixed.
• Lots of free games!
Thank you for your warm feedback regarding our work. Creative success to your kids!

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