# PLD 2P Read 1a

> Two-player early literacy game for phonics-based reading skill development. (iPhone/iPad app by PLD ORGANISATION PTY LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pld-2p-read-1a/id858864051 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PLD ORGANISATION PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/858864054)
- Category: Games, Education, Word
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pld-2p-read-1a/id858864051/reviews.md

## What is PLD 2P Read 1a?

PLD 2P Read 1a is an innovative two player early literacy game designed by Diana Rigg a renowned Australian Speech Pathologist and Educator. One of the few genuine phonics based activities perfect for early childhood classrooms.

The app is designed to provide early readers with multiple opportunities to:
• Rehearse their decoding and single word word reading skills.
• Extend their decoding and single word reading skills by gradually increasing the complexity of the words presented.

Particular consideration has been given to:
• Alphabet and phonic sounds (rather than letter names).
• The combining or blending of sounds (i.e. phonemic awareness) which is an essential foundation skills when extending reading ability.
• An ordered sequence of reading concepts.

## Key features

- Two-player early literacy game
- Phonics-based learning
- Develops decoding skills
- Enhances single-word reading
- Focuses on alphabet sounds
- Teaches sound blending

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pld-2p-read-1a/id858864051/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Not so hot

*2015-05-22*

I was expecting a bit more from this app, make me wonder how much input Ms.Riggs had in creation of this app. I purchased the app because they said there was an American accent, it's there but it doesn't work. I will not purchase the other apps.

### 2/5 — Ms

*2014-10-26*

Disappointing. Only one game - kids get bored pretty quickly.  Needs more variety using the same blending skill.

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2014-08-05*

Great app and highly recommend it to everyone!

### 5/5 — Love it

*2014-05-17*

We have purchased 20 of these apps for our Pre primary iPads. We love the two player aspect and the fact that there is no option for 1 player.  This is unique to this app and I love it because the children actually communicate and engage with one another as they play.  I also like the 2 player aspect as an adult can interact with the child, teaching to point of error and prompting.  In this way the ipad is simply a vehicle to motivate and engage the learner and is not left to be the teacher.

### 1/5 — Good but no option for single player

*2014-05-12*

You are forced to play two player which causes my daughter confusion and as a result she gets letters like p and b mixed up because she sees them upright and upside down simultaneously. If this app had a single player option it would eliminate the confusion and be better for beginners. Then I'd give it 5 stars

### 5/5 — Tara D

*2014-05-11*

This perfectly compliments the use of the Diana Rigg literacy strategy in my classroom. I find this particularly useful for struggling students who are struggling to develop phonological awareness. It can be played by two students or with an adult and the student as a fun conclusion to a session or as a brain break.

### 5/5 — Simply Superb

*2014-04-28*

This fantastic app actually teaches phoneme to grapheme correspondences rather than merely testing reading skills.  The simple no nonsense approach means that time is well used.  Being able to have two players is a bonus and increases student motivation to succeed.  It is a fabulous adjunct to other PLD products and students are excited to see familiar images and content on the ipad.  Excellent value for students with Specific Learning Difficulties who may be overwhelmed by complex graphics.  Mary Height
Light to Learning

### 5/5 — My 4yo son loves this app - the phonics really help his reading

*2014-04-17*

One of the things that really impressed me with this app was that my son wanted me to play it with him!  

The phonic sounds are paced really well to ensure he took time to read the letters and sounds.

## Frequently asked questions about PLD 2P Read 1a

### What is PLD 2P Read 1a?

PLD 2P Read 1a is an innovative two-player early literacy game designed by an Australian Speech Pathologist and Educator. It focuses on phonics-based activities to help early readers develop decoding and single-word reading skills.

### What age is PLD 2P Read 1a suitable for?

PLD 2P Read 1a has an age rating of 4+. It is designed for early childhood classrooms and early readers.

### What devices does PLD 2P Read 1a support?

PLD 2P Read 1a currently supports iPads. It is not available on other devices at this time.

### How much does PLD 2P Read 1a cost?

PLD 2P Read 1a is a paid application. It is priced at $3.99.

### Does PLD 2P Read 1a have ads?

No, PLD 2P Read 1a does not contain advertisements. It is a paid app with no ads.

### When was PLD 2P Read 1a last updated?

The latest version of PLD 2P Read 1a was released on March 17, 2021. The app was initially released on April 17, 2014.

### What are the main learning concepts in PLD 2P Read 1a?

PLD 2P Read 1a emphasizes alphabet and phonic sounds, the blending of sounds for phonemic awareness, and presents reading concepts in an ordered sequence.

### What is the user rating for PLD 2P Read 1a?

PLD 2P Read 1a has a user rating of 3.0 stars based on 1 rating. This indicates a mixed reception from its current user base.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2021-03-17

Updated to support iOS 14

### 1.1 — 2014-07-23

-Fixed a bug where certain tap events weren't being registered in iOS 6.
-Updated the in-game background art.
-Updated some of the graphics and wording in the Guide menu.

### 1.0 — 2014-04-15

No release notes.

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