# Frederick: Learn to Read — Read, Spell, Pronounce English

> Learn to read, spell, and pronounce English through interactive games and phonics. (iPhone/iPad app by Drew Badger.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frederick-learn-to-read/id1032546853 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Drew Badger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1032546852)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.43/5 from 68 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 559 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-10-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frederick-learn-to-read/id1032546853/reviews.md

## What is Frederick?

Frederick lets speakers of ANY language learn to read, spell and pronounce English through play, all in English! No translating or memorizing!

Because traditional lessons can be boring, confusing and ineffective, many students struggle to become confident readers and speakers.

So, Frederick lets learners teach themselves to read and speak English in two simple steps:

First, you compare letter combinations to develop reading skills, pronunciation and listening. Even non-native English learners can understand with pictures instead of translations.

Then, fun games let you review what you learn in different ways. So you build confidence and fluency, automatically.

Frederick teaches PHONICS (the rules of pronunciation), and SIGHT WORDS (words that break pronunciation rules). All 44 sounds of English are covered across more than 2,000 words, from the alphabet to advanced words and full sentences.

There’s a “Word Bank” where you can see all of the words you’ve found. You can also unlock all levels and modes with “Teacher Mode." This enables learners to start at the right level for their ability.

Frederick works offline, and you can easily track progress with word counters and rewards!

The first 3 levels are free:

the alphabet (Aa, Ba, Cc…)
short vowels and consonants (at, in, up…)
three-letter words (cat, bug, pig…)
Pay the one-time upgrade fee to get instant access to levels 4-35. (Upgrade within the first 30 minutes of using Frederick and get 75% off)

consonant blends (CRab, STop, deSK…)
consonant digraphs (CHip, SHip, loCK…)
ng, nk (riNG, siNK, taNK…)
al, all, el, ell, il, ill, ul, ull, le (bALL, mILk, jungLE…)
magic/silent e (lakE, linE, modE…)
long A (rAIn, mAIl, pAY, EIGHt...)
long E (sEAl, mEAl, bE, fIEld, candY, kEY...)
long I (pIE, tIE, hIGH, wIld, kInd, flY...)
long O (bOAt, gOAt, lOW, gO, fOld, vOlt...)
long U (news, boot, clue, fruit...）
aPPle (eGG, PHone, QUit...）
dOg (cAUGHt, bOUGHt, frOg, wALk...）
brEAd (hEAd, rEAd, swEAt...）
cOIn (bOIl, cOIl, bOY, jOY...）
bOOk (cOOk, fOOt, pUll, pUsh...）
clOUd (OUt, cOUch, cOW, dOWn...）
cactUs (About, Alone, tokEn, pandA...）
sYrup (crYstal, phYsics, sYstem...）
City (Cell, Cobra, Gem, draGon...）
cAR (bAR, cARd, shARp, tARt...)
chAIr (hAIR, pAIR, cARE, shARE...)
EAR (gEAR, fEAR, lEER, pIER...)
bIRd (hER, pEARl, wORk, sURf...)
fORk (fOR, bOAR, dOOR, fOUR...)
sensitIVE (actIVE, elusIVE, negatIVE...)
sWAn (sWAt, WAtch, QUAlity, sQUAt...)
miX (fiX, EXam, EXcellent, EXpel...)
likED (votED, callED, lookED...)
canS (wishES, brickS, callS...)
vulTURE (culTURE, sURE, meaSURE...)
quesTION (convenTION, educaTION, equaTION...)
siGN (GNat, KNee, coMB, WRap...)
Frederick is perfect for:

Adult English language learners who want to understand the rules of spelling and pronunciation so they can quickly reduce their accent and understand natives more easily.

Beginning English learners who want to learn all in English so they become able to speak.

Teachers and parents (even those with NO EXPERIENCE teaching reading) who want a simple, natural and fun way to teach kids or adults to read, spell and pronounce English. There are no confusing instructions in Frederick. There’s also no “system” to learn, so even a two-year-old can improve with Frederick!

Learn more: http://frederickreadingapp.com/

Have questions or need support? Mail us: mailto:info@englishanyone.com

Thanks so much for trying Frederick! We hope you like it. :)

Praise for Frederick:
“I really love the app because it can help the students to enjoy learning English, and I recommend it to my colleagues.”
— Masashi, Jr. High Vice Principal, Japan

## Key features

- Phonics-based learning
- Sight word recognition
- Interactive games
- Pronunciation practice
- Offline functionality
- Progress tracking
- Teacher mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Game | $79.99 | one-time |
| 50 indirim! | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Game 25% off | $59.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frederick-learn-to-read/id1032546853/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I LOVE IT

*2025-03-22*

Soooo COOL

**Developer response:** Thank you so much much! If you know others who would enjoy Frederick, please share it with them. :)

### 5/5 — Amazing app, 100% recommended

*2023-03-03*

My vocabulary and pronunciation have improved faster than I expected. I believe this works perfectly for anybody considering that it’s a very easy and fun way to improve them. Drew is a genius, thanks to him for creating this fantastic app.

**Developer response:** Thanks so much, Fernando! :)

### 1/5 — Not working

*2022-04-21*

I try to flog to the tr. trap words and it doesn’t pull up any thing just a blank screen. All of the things are blank.  Waste of money

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear about the error. There seems to be an update with Apple that we're fixing right now. Please mail us at info@englishanyone.com so we can help. 

EDIT - This should now be fixed. Please update the app and let us know. Assuming it does, we also hope you update your review. :)

### 5/5 — Great!

*2020-10-27, version 1.4.3*

I find this app really engaging and fun!!

### 5/5 — Best app

*2020-10-23*

This app is amazing best app for learning English

**Developer response:** Thanks! Please share Frederick! :)

### 5/5 — Great app for my dyslexic kiddo!

*2020-08-15*

We saw a post about this app in a homeschool group on Facebook and decided to give it a try. While I was trying to figure out how to play, my 7 yr old ripped the phone from my hands and played it! She is dyslexic and struggles to sound out words, which leaves her frustrated and makes reading unenjoyable for all parties involved lol 

One thing I really loved about this app was that instead of hearing one spoken word and choosing the matching word from three written words, you are prompted to play three spoken words and match one written word. My daughter enjoyed that aspect as well and seems to really enjoy the app! The app doesn’t really tell you what to do, but you figure it out pretty quick and that is also helpful as a skill when learning to read. The developer incorporated simple imagery that isn’t distracting but is easy to understand, and for dyslexics, visual cues are sooooo important. 

So far, we were incredibly impressed with this app and really feel that it will be an invaluable tool for your toolbox if you are buying for an emerging reader or a kiddo with dyslexia! There are 35 levels and the words start with simple CVC words and move up through complex blends and word endings. I think it’s awesome and I can’t wait to continue using it with my 7 yr old!

**Developer response:** Thanks so much! We're all so glad to hear Frederick has helped your family. Please spread the word about the app! :)

### 1/5 — Refund money

*2020-07-28*

how to refund the money? When I payed it says to me I will get the the username with password by the email in minutes but I did not get any mail.

**Developer response:** There is no email or password for this app. So if you didn't receive any login information for one of our VIDEO COURSES, please contact us at info@englishanyone.com so we can send it to you. We'd also appreciate it if you remove this review since it has no connection with our app. Thanks for learning with us. :)

### 5/5 — Good apps for learning

*2020-06-27*

Frederick is a good apps for my daughter to practice English on speaking like native and listening to a native speaker. Her vocabulary increases since she started to play with Frederick. Although it’s look isn’t as interesting as nowadays apps but it is quite good and it’s a fun and easy way to learn English. I recommend this apps to anyone who wants to improve their English pronounciation and expand their vocabulary.

**Developer response:** Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying it. :) Please share Frederick with other parents.

### 5/5 — I’m 12 years old it’s a great app love it I hope I can get belier at English

*2020-06-10*

Good app 100%

**Developer response:** Fantastic! Keep practicing and let us know how you improve. :)

### 5/5 — Great app! Keep going :)

*2020-04-23, version 1.4.1*

Easy to play and learn

I love it

## Frequently asked questions about Frederick

### What does Frederick teach?

Frederick teaches users how to read, spell, and pronounce English. It covers phonics, which are the rules of English pronunciation, and sight words, which are words that don't follow typical pronunciation rules. The app includes all 44 sounds of English and progresses from the alphabet to advanced words and full sentences.

### How does Frederick help users learn English?

The app uses a two-step process. First, users compare letter combinations to develop reading, pronunciation, and listening skills, with pictures used instead of translations. Second, fun games reinforce learning to build confidence and fluency automatically. This method aims to make learning engaging and effective, especially for non-native speakers.

### What is the cost of Frederick?

The first three levels of Frederick, covering the alphabet, short vowels and consonants, and three-letter words, are free. To access levels 4 through 35, which include more complex phonetic patterns and word types, a one-time upgrade fee is required. A discount is offered if the upgrade is purchased within the first 30 minutes of use.

### Is Frederick available offline?

Yes, Frederick works offline, allowing users to learn and practice English reading and pronunciation without an internet connection. This feature makes it convenient for learning on the go or in areas with limited connectivity.

### Who is Frederick designed for?

Frederick is designed for adult English language learners who want to improve their reading and pronunciation to reduce their accent and understand native speakers better. It's also suitable for beginning English learners who want to learn entirely in English and for teachers and parents seeking an accessible reading education tool.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9 — 2023-08-27

Our improved tutorial makes it easier than ever before to learn English!

### 1.8 — 2023-08-15

Now it's easier than ever to learn English!

### 1.7 — 2023-07-21

Now it's easier than ever to learn English with Frederick!

### 1.6.5 — 2023-05-23

The tutorial of the game has been updated to make it easier than ever to start learning English with Frederick. Enjoy!

### 1.6.2 — 2023-03-17

We've added in some more improvements to Frederick with this latest version!

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