Cambugs: Letter Sounds

Cambugs: Letter Sounds

by Cambugs

42 ratings
27 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 13, 2012
  • October 2, 2018

Features

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This app helps children learn letter sounds, the foundation for reading fluency and confidence. Developed with educational psychologists, it uses evidence-based repetition and interactive activities designed for joint learning between parents/teachers and children.

Teaches initial phonemes (letter sounds)
Joint learning activity for parents/teachers and children
Evidence-based learning techniques
Sorting, Learning, and Fluency Test activities
Bug collection reward system
Statistics screen for progress tracking
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What's New in Cambugs

2.1

October 2, 2018

Support for iOS 12 and the new iPhones. Removes the 1 from the app name on device to make it easier to find the app that was just downloaded.

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In-App Purchases

$2.99

Unlimited Users

Allows you to add as many users as you like.

User reviews

Accessibility

Can you make this app accessible to non-speaking individuals who are learning to read? It would be great if there was an option in the settings that added two to four buttons at the bottom that offered auditory choices of letter sounds that a non-speaking child could use to make a choice.

Needs some work

Why can't you see each child's results (how many they've gotten wrong or right and which ones they missed) I would keep this app if they fixed that.

Great for First letter sounds

My 3yo uses this app, with my supervision and help. It has really helped him learn letter sounds, which is exactly what I was looking for. He really likes earning bugs, and playing with them. There are a few things that I really dislike about the app. Some of the sounds that the "instructor" gives are wrong. We haven't made it very far (10 letters in), but for sure, the "r" is wrong. If I wasn't constantly watching him play, and coaching him through it, this could really mess with his reading skills. Another thing I don't like, is the amount of time they give for the test. He knows these letters, but he likes to take a quick breath before saying the sound, and it's not fast enough to qualify as "knowing" the sound. When he misses those letters in the test, he has to start all over to learn them. I think it would be better to give them more time, and let them move on and teach him some more letters.
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Nice but Limited

I really like this , however will not purchase an upgrade since I can't select targets to work on. Needs more options for setting.

Love it!

My son really likes this app and it has helped him learn his letter sounds

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FAQ

What does Cambugs: Letter Sounds do?

Cambugs: Letter Sounds teaches children initial phonemes, or letter sounds, which are crucial for developing reading fluency and confidence. It employs evidence-based techniques and is designed for collaborative learning between children and adults.

What are the key activities in the app?

The app features four main activities: Sorting, where letter sounds are categorized based on what the child knows; Learning, which introduces new sounds alongside known ones; Fluency Test, which times children to assess their speed and accuracy with sounds; and Bug Collection, a reward system where children earn 'Cambugs' for learning new sounds.

How much does Cambugs: Letter Sounds cost?

A free version of the app is available, which is limited to two users. Unlimited users can be accessed through an in-app purchase, or by purchasing the 'Cambugs: Letter Sounds Schools' version.

Who is this app designed for?

This app is primarily targeted at pre-readers who are just beginning their reading journey. It is also beneficial for older children who are struggling with reading and need to reinforce their foundational phonics skills.

How does the app help children learn and retain letter sounds?

The app utilizes a strategy of repetition, which is a proven method for ensuring children remember and retain the letter sounds they learn. It also includes a fluency test to help children become quick and confident in their sound recognition, a key skill for reading.