Planet Lettra

Planet Lettra

A word building playground

40 ratings
12 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 25, 2015
  • July 8, 2018
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About

This app provides a playful environment for children to experiment with building words. It uses interactive letter bubbles to help young learners develop reading fluency and phonics skills in a stress-free, musical setting.

Interactive letter bubbles for word creation
Supports English, French, and Spanish
Recognizes over 100,000 words per language
Focuses on sight words and letter blends
Musical and soothing sound environment
No time limits, levels, or points
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What's New in Planet Lettra

2.3.3

July 8, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. A refreshing little update: build "SUMMER" with your young one for a surprise. Remember that tilting the ring all the way down on tiny Planet Permea (upper right corner) will keep the bubbles from blending unless you are touching BOTH bubbles and push them together. Lots of tips in the tour video: tap the button beside "Watch ME!" on the home screen. Otherwise, just minor bug fixes. Thanks for travelling to Planet Lettra and have fun bumping bubbles and feeding the munchers.

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User reviews

Not what I expected

I want a phonics game for my son and this did not deliver. Very disappointed.

Response from developer

Most kids and adults love Lettra's open-ended play and experimentation, but it isn't for everybody. I'm sorry the app wasn't what you were expecting. I hope you find the kind of phonics game you're looking for and that your son can just explore Planet Lettra for fun.

Victoria

Loving the new updates! Thank you so much.

This is my new favourite app. It is super simple but lots of fun and allows students to play with letter sounds and spelling. It could be used in directed teaching situations but would also be awesome for free play.

Cute but

The letters go together too easily and gets frustrating.

Response from developer

You can control how the letter bubbles combine with the ring on the planet in the upper right corner of the screen. If you pull the ring all the way to the bottom, the bubbles will only blend if you push two of them close together. Hope that helps.

Amazing educational tool!

This is a great tool to use with my students that are learning to read. As a teacher, I am always looking for something to scaffold my teaching in a fun and kid friendly way. The Planet Lettra App meets those needs. I would recommend it to all of the parents during interview time.

Phonics and word building fun

Used this excellent, fun, motivating app in my first grade classroom to reinforce learned skills and to explore and play in the world of letters and sounds. This app was fun for kids at all levels. They love exploring nonsense words and discovering real words. Great for English language learners!

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FAQ

What is Planet Lettra?

Planet Lettra is an educational app designed to help young children build words and develop reading fluency. It features interactive letter bubbles and silly creatures that encourage experimentation with spelling and phonics in a playful environment.

What languages does Planet Lettra support?

Planet Lettra supports word building and recognition in English, French, and Spanish. The app is capable of recognizing over 100,000 words in each of these supported languages.

How does Planet Lettra help with reading fluency?

The app prioritizes words important for reading fluency, making them easier and more frequent to form. It also provides exposure to important letter blends and allows children to hear words read aloud, including invented ones.

Is Planet Lettra suitable for younger children?

Yes, Planet Lettra is rated for ages 4 and up and is designed to be a playful, encouraging environment for young readers. It offers an open-ended platform that allows children full freedom to explore and discover words independently.

Does Planet Lettra have ads?

No, Planet Lettra is ad-free. The app is designed for an uninterrupted learning experience and does not contain any advertisements.

Are there any in-app purchases in Planet Lettra?

No, Planet Lettra does not have any in-app purchases. Users can enjoy all features and content without needing to spend additional money.

What is the update frequency for Planet Lettra?

Planet Lettra was last updated on July 8, 2018, with version 2.3.3. While the app has not received recent updates, it remains a stable and functional tool for education.

What devices can I use Planet Lettra on?

Planet Lettra is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to work across various Apple mobile platforms.