# Little Reader Touch > Multimedia learning app for parents to teach babies and toddlers reading. (iPhone/iPad app by BrillKids.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-reader-touch/id467596498 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [BrillKids](https://appshunter.io/developer/443151784) - Category: Education, Books - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 128 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 7.0 · 160 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-09-30 - Data updated: 2026-06-11 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-reader-touch/id467596498/reviews.md ## What is Little Reader Touch? Q: CAN BABIES AND TODDLERS LEARN TO READ? A: They CAN, they DO, and they LOVE TO! Find this hard to believe? Visit www.brillkids.com to see many videos of babies and toddlers reading! Little Reader Touch is a multimedia learning app designed to help parents teach their babies and toddlers to read. It is based on the principle that babies and toddlers CAN learn to read, and LOVE TO do so! Although it can be used as a standalone product, Little Reader Touch is designed to be a companion product to the MULTIPLE AWARD-WINNING Little Reader, a comprehensive software-based learning system for the PC. BENEFITS: • See a dramatic expansion in your child's vocabulary • Improve your child's communication skills • Increase self-confidence in reading and communication • Create a deep bond between parent and child • Become your child's first and best teacher! KEY FEATURES: • LESSONS ARE NEVER THE SAME Words are shown in different fonts and colors, and with different pictures, voices and video each time! This variety makes it much more engaging for your child, and helps to give your child a much more comprehensive meaning of the words. • MORE DOWNLOADABLE CONTENT Get more content from the Download Lessons screen and play lessons for your child while on the go! • LARGEST EARLY LEARNING ONLINE COMMUNITY Join other parents in what's probably the largest early learning online community in the world, and share in the fun of early learning with other parents from all over the globe on our Discussion Forum. **NEW TO EARLY READING?** Download "Everything You Need To Know About Teaching Babies To Read" for FREE from www.brillkids.com and check out our online resource website on early learning at www.brillbaby.com! ## Key features - Varied lessons with different fonts, colors, pictures, voices, and videos - Downloadable content for on-the-go learning - Large early learning online community for parents - Vocabulary expansion - Improved communication skills - Increased self-confidence ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Action Words 2 | $0.99 | one-time | | Wild Animals 1 | $0.99 | one-time | | Wild Animals 2 | $0.99 | one-time | | Hand Actions 1 | $0.99 | one-time | | Transportation 1 | $0.99 | one-time | | Parts of the Body 1 | $0.99 | one-time | | I Like the Way | $0.99 | one-time | | The Friendly Crocodile | $0.99 | one-time | | What I Do | $0.99 | one-time | | Common Animals 2 | $0.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Little Reader Touch? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👶 Effective early learning tool for babies and toddlers - 📚 High-quality educational content with real pictures and videos - 🎯 Engages children across multiple age groups (6 months to 5+ years) - 🎨 Colorful, visually appealing interface - 🔊 Clear audio narration and animal sounds - 📱 Convenient mobile access to lessons on iPad/iPhone - 🆓 Substantial free content available - 🎓 Helps children with special needs (autism, Down syndrome, apraxia) - ⭐ Proven results in reading ability and vocabulary development - 🎬 Animated videos that bring action words to life - 🤝 Works well as supplement to desktop software - 👍 User-friendly touch interface for young children - 🌍 Available in multiple languages (English, Spanish, French, Chinese) **Cons** - 🐛 App crashes when opening purchased lessons - 🐛 Words disappearing after updates - 🐛 Sound not working on iPad trial version - 🐛 App freezes during downloads - 🐛 Auto-advance feature broken after iOS 6 update - ⚠️ Inconsistent touch sensitivity for page turning - ⚠️ Limited free content compared to earlier versions - ⚠️ Long download times for lesson packages - ⚠️ American accent only (no British English option) - ⚠️ Difficult to manage and organize lessons - ⚠️ Requires active app for downloads to complete - 💰 Expensive full curriculum pricing - ⚠️ Limited word variety in free version - ⚠️ Capitalized letters only in alphabet section **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes when opening purchased lessons - Words disappearing after app updates - Sound not working in trial version on iPad - App hangs on download and waiting status - Auto-advance feature broken after iOS 6 compatibility issue - Inconsistent swipe sensitivity for page navigation - Incorrect language downloads (e.g., Thai instead of French) - iAccess download functionality not working - App freezes during content downloads - Stability issues with lesson management **Most requested features** - Bluetooth switch accessibility for special needs users - UK English version with proper pronunciation - Math app for iPad (Little Math Touch) - Music app for iPad (Little Music Touch) - Ability to upload custom photos and curricula - Manual and auto slideshow modes with speed settings - Recording feature for custom voice narration - More transportation and construction-themed lessons - Cheaper basic curriculum option - More diverse word sets and lesson modules - Slideshow mode for younger infants who cannot swipe - Ability to turn off arrow pointer during lessons - Community content store - Faster download speeds for lesson packages - More free add-on content ## Recent user reviews (10 of 128) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-reader-touch/id467596498/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great app *2017-10-27, version 3.5.0* Great app. Thanks so much! ### 3/5 — Great app, but latest update has bugs *2015-10-02, version 3.2* When I updated the app to the latest version some words disappeared. I can see the pictures but for some there would be no words below. ### 5/5 — Excellent *2015-08-25, version 3.1* Great tool to begin your baby's or toddler's early learning journey. My 4 year old can read level D books in English and Spanish, in part thanks to the few minutes a day of Little Reader we did from a young age. My 18 month old loves this program since we started with her at about a year old. We love the French version too and have Little music from these developers although not available as an app yet! ### 1/5 — Fix the problem *2014-04-06, version 2.8.1* This app does not load properly ### 3/5 — My little man loves it *2014-01-28, version 2.8.1* Yes he loves to watch it but i've been trying to down the french trial and i got the thai trial, i tried thai trial to check and it is thais. Please fix it. Thanks ### 1/5 — Crashes *2014-01-16, version 2.8.1* Can't download updates as app always crashes ### 5/5 — Switch adaptable??? *2013-10-24, version 2.6* Could this possibly be coded for Bluetooth switch accessibility???? ### 5/5 — Great little app *2013-10-08, version 2.5* My daughter sits waving at the screen using this app. Seems to be the right stage for a 2 year old and keeps her attention well. Would recommend it! ### 5/5 — Great product *2013-09-12, version 2.3.1* 6months and already hooked! Will be purchasing the full product soon ### 5/5 — Excellent *2013-08-22, version 2.3.1* I must for early childhood education. ## Frequently asked questions about Little Reader Touch ### What is Little Reader Touch? Little Reader Touch is a multimedia learning application designed to assist parents in teaching their babies and toddlers how to read. It is built on the belief that very young children can learn to read and enjoy the process. ### How does the app make learning engaging? The app ensures lessons are never the same by presenting words with different fonts, colors, pictures, voices, and videos each time. This variety keeps children engaged and helps them develop a more comprehensive understanding of words. ### Can I get more content for the app? Yes, you can access more content through the 'Download Lessons' screen within the app. This allows you to play new lessons for your child even when you are on the go. ### Is there a cost associated with Little Reader Touch? The application is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases for additional content and features. Specific pricing for downloadable lessons can be found within the app. ### What are the benefits of using this app? Using Little Reader Touch can lead to a significant expansion in your child's vocabulary, improved communication skills, and increased self-confidence in reading. It also aims to foster a deeper bond between parent and child. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.5.0 — 2016-03-23 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Version 3.5.0 User interface and performance optimizations: • Updated EULA • Bug fixes and optimizations ### 3.4.1 — 2015-12-09 User interface and performance optimizations: - Fixed mixed up word display issue during playback (e.g., couplets, phrases, sentences and stories) - Bug fixes and optimizations ### 3.4 — 2015-12-04 - Fixed critical issues; - Changed external urls; ### 3.3 — 2015-10-02 User interface and performance enhancements: • Fixed crashing problem on iPhone 6 and 6 Plus devices with iOS 9 • Bug fixes and optimizations ### 3.2 — 2015-09-25 User interface and performance enhancements: • Compatibility improvements for iOS 9 • Bug fixes and optimizations ## Apps similar to Little Reader Touch | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [My Signing Time](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-signing-time/id1467819201) | 4.4 (173) | Free | Education | | [Monkey Stories:Books & Reading](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monkey-storiesbooks-and-reading/id1236664909) | 4.6 (1,049) | Free | Education | | [Learn Chinese – Studycat](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chinese-studycat/id547571511) | 4.5 (919) | Free | Education | | [Prodigies Bells](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prodigies-bells/id1300991040) | 4.1 (50) | Free | Education | | [Prodigies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prodigies/id1409896954) | 4.7 (313) | Free | Education | | [Gemiini Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemiini-mobile/id1416137335) | 3.1 (40) | Free | Education | ## Related topics [little reading for kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/little-reading-for-kids) · [abc for little learners](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/abc-for-little-learners) · [early readers book](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/early-readers-book) · [kids read now](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kids-read-now) · [little learners lab](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/little-learners-lab) · [literati kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/literati-kids) · [little grasshopper library](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/little-grasshopper-library) · [little hands1](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/little-hands1) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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