# News-O-Matic: Reading for Kids — Daily Newspaper for Ages 6–14

> Daily news newspaper for children aged 6-14, promoting nonfiction reading and critical thinking. (iPhone/iPad app by Press4Kids.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/news-o-matic-reading-for-kids/id578023255 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Press4Kids](https://appshunter.io/developer/578023258)
- Category: Education, News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 422 App Store ratings · 100 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), European Spanish
- Released: 2012-12-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/news-o-matic-reading-for-kids/id578023255/reviews.md

## What is News?

News-O-Matic is the daily news app to inspire a love of nonfiction reading. 

100+ new articles each month cover a range of high-interest topics for curious kids. Subjects include science, sports, world news, technology, arts, and entertainment. Reading current events empowers children to be critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and global citizens. Every story is written at multiple literacy levels for ages 6 to 14. 

News-O-Matic is always 100% ad-free. A child psychologist reviews each article to ensure emotionally safe and age-appropriate content. 

KEY FEATURES:
• Complete translations by native speakers in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin
• Full “Read to Me” story recordings in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin
• Games, fun facts, and calls to action
• Audio and kid-friendly definitions for challenging vocabulary 
• Interactive maps and an augmented reality (3D) globe 
• Chances to draw, ask questions, comment, and vote 
• Interviews with authors, scientists, and other experts
• Citations to improve media literacy skills
• Access to 10,000+ archived articles

AWARDS:
Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom Winner, 2020
Digital Media Award North America Winner, 2018 – “Best Innovation to Engage Youth Audiences”
Tech and Learning Award of Excellence, 2018
Parents' Picks Award Winner, 2018
World Young Reader Prize (Editorial) - World Association of Newspapers (WAN-IFRA)
One of The Best News Sources for Kids “5 stars” - Common Sense Media
kidSAFE® certified 

REVIEWS:
“My son has finally been reading independently for the past two weeks. He looks forward to reading News-O-Matic every night!” – Melissa, mom of an 8-year-old 

"I love News-O-Matic! When I’m in school it’s my favorite thing to do. I even read it when I get home!" – Soyee, age 11

“The stories you write are amazing. It’s funny because I hate reading but yet I’m excited to see what you wrote." – Rae, age 8 

“I have never come across a publication this effective in capturing the attention of the student and making them want to learn and understand more.” – LB, Elementary School Teacher 

“A terrific introduction to current events with unlimited potential for repeated use for kids” – Smart Apps For Kids 

“An ingenious app that condenses the daily news of the world and delivers it in perfectly kid-digestible form.” – Cool Mom Tech 

“It offers a window to the world and beyond.” – Parents’ Pick Awards

SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS:
• Subscription options include per month, per six months, or per year.
• A free trial begins at start of subscription. Easy to cancel at any time. 
• Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
• User can manage subscription & turn off auto-renewal by going to Account Settings after purchase.
• No cancelation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.
• Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.

FOR EDUCATORS:
Schools and districts looking to buy News-O-Matic through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program should buy News-O-Matic: School 2020-21.

For more information visit www.newsomatic.org or contact support@press4kids.com for help or questions.

Terms of Use: https://www.newsomatic.org/terms-of-use/
Privacy Policy: https://www.newsomatic.org/privacy/

## Key features

- Daily news articles for ages 6-14
- Multiple literacy levels
- Translations and read-aloud audio
- Interactive maps and AR globe
- Vocabulary support and definitions
- Kid-safe, ad-free content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| News-O-Matic subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| News-O-Matic subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| News-O-Matic, Early Bird subscriptions | $1.99 | per month |
| News-O-Matic, Early Bird subscriptions | $9.99 | per year |
| News-O-Matic subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| News-O-Matic 3-4 for Home, Unlimited Access | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of News?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Engaging content
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Variety of topics
- 🚀 Interactive features
- 👍 Great for kids

**Cons**

- 🐛 Audio/video issues
- 💰 Subscription required
- 🔒 Restrictive device sharing
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤔 Inconsistent user experience

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Articles not loading
- Drawing tools malfunctioning
- Subscription issues
- Frequent crashes
- Compatibility problems

**Most requested features**

- More free content options
- Improved audio/video playback
- Better device management
- Expanded age-appropriate content
- Enhanced personalization

## Recent user reviews (10 of 100)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/news-o-matic-reading-for-kids/id578023255/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Why not free

*2026-03-17, version 6.3.6*

On renaissance learning it is free but this app is not

### 4/5 — Waiting for availability

*2025-08-31, version 6.3.6*

I’ll subscribe right away if it becomes available for android Cozyla Calendar.   Currently it doesn’t show up in the Google Play Store on there.

### 1/5 — Not able to access on my Son’s Apple ID.

*2025-08-06, version 6.3.6*

We have family sharing.

### 2/5 — No sound!

*2025-03-10, version 6.3.6*

Anyone has this problem? There is no sound from read to me or any videos from this app? My other apps all have sound except this app..any fix ? Or had to cancel subscription.

### 1/5 — This is a very bad app

*2024-11-17, version 6.3.6*

It says you have to pay and I play on iPad and I can not delete the game so I recommend that you do not download this horrible app that is why I gave this app 1 star.

### 5/5 — It’s very interesting

*2023-08-29, version 6.2.1*

It’s very interesting because there is a variety of stories and I like the poll because it asks questions.  Also I like it and they are short and they are easy.

### 4/5 — Its decent 👍

*2023-08-06, version 6.2.1*

I like the app overall. The layout is easy to understand, and the news is fun to read (Yea, Im 13 and I enjoy reading it), but its a bit... laggy. It doesn't crash, but it takes a while to load, and sometimes the videos don't work (Not when a video isn't available, I can tell the difference). I mean no hate to the creators. I love reading the news. Its just a little laggy. :D

### 1/5 — Sound is not working

*2023-04-06, version 6.2.1*

The sound stopped working for both the reading and the video. Only the highlighted words could read when I tapped on them. I have checked and my audio is working perfectly. I uninstalled and reinstalled and it still didn’t work. Wrote an email to their support and there’s no reply for 2 weeks!

Very frustrating!

### 2/5 — Doesn't work

*2022-10-15, version 6.2.1*

It's been months that I've had these problems. The audio doesn't work (yes, I've checked the settings). This goes for both videos and the read to me. This is a big problem for us since my kid is only just starting to learn to read. Also, some of the games in the game section don't work. The articles are good, but these problems make the app practically useless. I'd like to get my money back.

### 4/5 — Great app, small bugs

*2022-06-19*

I love the articles this app has. However there are some bugs I would like fixed. Number one: sometimes when I’m reading an article the app restarts me at the top of the page at random times. Number two: on the home screen, the buttons at the bottom of the screen appear a bit off of my screen. Number three: this only happens rarely but sometimes the app Force quits. Overall great app and great articles. Loving the app. Using iPod touch, latest iOS.

**Developer response:** Dear Luke_Russo, thank you for your review, and glad to hear you're loving News-O-Matic!  We are relaying your feedback about the bugs on iPod touch, and will be back to you with an answer.
Best,
The News-O-Matic team

## Frequently asked questions about News

### What is News-O-Matic?

News-O-Matic is a daily news app designed to inspire a love of nonfiction reading in children aged 6 to 14. It offers over 100 new articles each month covering a wide range of high-interest topics, written at multiple literacy levels. The app is ad-free and reviewed by a child psychologist to ensure content is emotionally safe and age-appropriate.

### What are the key features of News-O-Matic?

Key features include daily articles on diverse topics, content written at multiple literacy levels for ages 6-14, full translations and 'Read to Me' recordings in multiple languages, interactive elements like maps and an AR globe, audio and kid-friendly definitions for vocabulary, and opportunities for user interaction like drawing and voting. It also offers access to over 10,000 archived articles.

### How much does News-O-Matic cost?

News-O-Matic operates on a subscription model with options for monthly, six-month, or yearly plans. A free trial is available at the start of a subscription. Payments are charged to your iTunes account, and subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### What age range is News-O-Matic for?

The app is specifically designed for children aged 6 to 14. Articles are written at multiple literacy levels to accommodate this broad age range, ensuring that content is accessible and engaging for both younger and older children within this demographic.

### Is News-O-Matic suitable for learning languages?

Yes, News-O-Matic offers complete translations by native speakers in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin. It also provides full 'Read to Me' story recordings in these same languages, making it a valuable tool for children learning new languages or for bilingual households.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.3.6 — 2023-09-25

Bugs fixes

### 6.3.4 — 2023-09-21

Bugs fixes

### 6.2.1 — 2021-11-03

Addition of a new language: Mandarin (text and audio)

### 6.2 — 2021-10-26

Addition of a new language: Mandarin (text and audio).

### 6.1.4 — 2021-05-18

Bug fixes.

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