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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 7, 2011
  • January 31, 2018

Features

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This interactive app helps toddlers and speech-delayed children learn basic English phrases through listening, seeing, and speaking. It features animated characters performing actions based on verb + noun combinations, with options for recording and visual support.

Interactive animations
Verb + noun phrase learning
Record and playback feature
Visual support for phrases
User settings for multiple children
Text on/off option
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What's New in First Phrases Lite

1.5

January 31, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. iOS 11 optimization

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User reviews

Great features for a lite app!

Love the customizable features and the ability to create 3 users with their own settings. The kids love being able to tell the cat what to do - engaging and educational!

Great!

Love the animation! Very engaging for young learners. I like the recording feature.

First phrases lite (IPhone)

By: Papadiz

Really good app for early learners. Functioned well on my IPhone. May have been a little smoother than on the IPad.

Fun Way To Learn!

This is a fun way to learn to put words together to learn speaking phrases. The visual cues are helpful and not to "busy." I like being able to repeat the initial phrase more than once. Also good for cognitive work. Recording to hear one's own voice is always an added fun step for kids.

Great Lite version

This is a great lite version, if you try it ... you will see it is worth the upgrade to the full version!! I have a more detailed review in the full version but it is a very helpful app for parents and caregivers alike. Children both with speech struggles and those on ASD will find this helpful as well as typical developing toddlers.
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FAQ

What is First Phrases Lite?

First Phrases Lite is an interactive, animated iPhone app designed to help toddlers and speech-delayed children learn basic English phrases. It uses visual and auditory cues, along with a recording feature, to teach verb + noun combinations.

How does First Phrases Lite help with speech development?

The app provides opportunities to hear, see, and say phrases like 'eat the carrot.' It offers animations of a cat performing commands, helping children associate words with actions. The recording feature allows children to practice saying the phrases.

Is First Phrases Lite suitable for children with autism?

Yes, the app's format is powerful for children with autism spectrum disorders, offering strong visual support with minimal background clutter. It is also designed for use in speech therapy sessions.

Can multiple children use First Phrases Lite?

Yes, First Phrases Lite includes user settings for up to 3 children. This allows for personalized use and tracking for different children.

What are the customization options in First Phrases Lite?

Users can customize settings such as repeating phrases multiple times for auditory input, turning text on or off, and enabling or disabling the recording feature. Phrases can also be presented in 2 or 3 segments.

Does First Phrases Lite have ads?

No, First Phrases Lite does not contain advertisements. The developer, Hamaguchi Apps, is committed to providing high-quality apps without ads.

What is the price of First Phrases Lite?

First Phrases Lite is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. This pricing reflects the developer's commitment to affordable educational tools.

How often is First Phrases Lite updated?

The latest version of First Phrases Lite is 1.5, which was last updated on January 31, 2018. While updates may not be frequent, the app is designed for stable educational use.