# PocketPhonics Stories (full) — Phonics, reading, writing

> Interactive phonics and reading app for early childhood literacy development. (iPhone/iPad app by Apps in My Pocket Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketphonics-stories-full/id882249080 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Apps in My Pocket Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/299342930)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: $19.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 742 MB
- Languages: British English
- Released: 2014-12-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketphonics-stories-full/id882249080/reviews.md

## What is PocketPhonics Stories (full)?

This award-winning app is the one to get if you are passionate about your child learning to read, and your child is aged between 4 and 6, or older but needs some extra help with reading.

It teaches phonics and handwriting (including joined up). It has a first set of storybooks for them to read, written specifically for children learning to read using the app. 

Your child will prefer our books to paper books, because they help them read - if they get stuck, they tap a word to get help sounding it out. You will prefer our books, because the quizzes check they can read the words and understand them. 

The books get progressively harder, but kids don’t realise because they are getting better at reading all the time.

Our apps are used in hundreds of American elementary schools. One of only nine education apps awarded the top A+ rating by Balefire Labs. 

The app is aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Children master these skills:

* writing letters
* recognising 72 letter sounds (e.g. ‘ch’ are the letters that make the initial sound in ‘chat’)
* blending letter sounds together to make words (e.g ‘ch-a-t’)
* hearing a word and selecting its written form (e.g. the app says, “chat”, the child has to select ‘chat’ from a group of words - some of which are similar to chat)

Parents and teachers can easily monitor children’s progress online. They can see what stage the child is at, any letter sounds they are having difficulty with and what storybooks have been read.They are also emailed a certificate when a child completes a task. These certificates are a much-loved feature of the original PocketPhonics app, which launched in 2008 and has been downloaded over half a million times. 

Teachers don't need to worry about making sure kids have the same iPad each lesson. If a child switches iPads, they automatically continue learning from where they finished previously.  Children can use the app at home, and continue from where they left off at school.

Order the app's FREE GUIDE to teaching kids to read to understand how it teaches.

Phonics (letter sounds) help children to read by understanding the sounds that letters make. The National Reading Panel concluded that “children who have phonics instruction read better and spell better than other children”. 

Montessori & other experts recommend not including letter names when teaching letter sounds.

## Key features

- Phonics instruction
- Handwriting practice
- Interactive storybooks
- Word sounding out help
- Reading comprehension quizzes
- Progress monitoring
- Common Core aligned skills

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketphonics-stories-full/id882249080/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It’s working!

*2023-10-28*

My daughter doesn’t mind practicing reading and writing when it’s on my phone. She does it quite thoroughly and I’ve seen improvements.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2021-01-07*

Daughter enjoys it and the voice speaks clearly with an English accent.

### 5/5 — Great in Every Way

*2020-07-10*

As a speech pathologist, I’ve known many children who had difficulty learning to read because they lacked phonemic awareness- the concept that words are made up of individual sounds. That concept of sounds you say and hear (regardless of written letters) needs to be strong in order for sound- letter teaching to make sense.  This app does a stellar job of focusing on the sounds-in-words concept as they gradually ease in the associated letters.  With the addition of activities of simple writing and “reading a book” right away, I find the whole experience to be right on target.  I also appreciate that there’s not all the extended bells and whistles going off for every correct input. I think that many apps overdo the right answer reward. Though the app is for children, it’s not overly babyish and I recently showed Pocket Phonics to an adult who is a beginning reader and he was intrigued and pleased to work on it.  Great app!

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2020-07-01*

My 4 year old has been using the app for 2 months and is now reading very well. The exercises and books are a good length for working through a little each day. He always wants to go back and has fun taking the quizzes at the end of each book.

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2020-04-06*

My son love this app.he has started to play with this app when he was 1 year and half,one o the best app for kids.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2020-02-13*

My dyslexic first grader is really frustrated in school but loves this app. He actually likes learning from it. Thank you!

### 1/5 — Doesn’t even load

*2020-01-09*

I have purchased this product.  It does not even load past the initial screen.  Have contacted customer support multiple times and multiple responses have still not sorted the issue.  To be honest they rested me as if I was an idiot with the first two replies suggesting I switch the device on and off and that I redownload.  Like I hadn’t tried both those already.  Not happy I paid the most I’ve paid for a phonics app and it doesn’t even work.  Don’t waste your money.

**Developer response:** I'm very sorry that you feel you have not had a good service. The advice offered does fix more than 90% of issues. However, obviously has not helped in your case. Please get in touch at support@appsinmypocket.com, so that we can get this sorted for you. The issue you have had is very unusual, but I'm determined to sort out what's gone wrong.

### 4/5 — This app is amazing for my kids

*2019-09-25*

This app is amazing for my kids they are learning so well. It’s sticks and they remember it. Most of all the stories aren’t dry and boring my kids love the stories that are included. I would have given 5 stars but the only thing I haven’t seen yet are words like “take like made Pete note” silent “e” words maybe My kids haven’t gotten there but I don’t see it.

**Developer response:** Hi, delighted to hear you like the app so much. 

You are quite right, there are some "silent e" words towards the end of the app. Not a huge number of them at this point, but there are some. I'd love to be able to add a section that was devoted to them at some point.

### 5/5 — PocketPhonics Stories

*2018-06-29*

I highly recommend this app. My child enjoys using it and the app is very easy to use and engaging. I particularly like that you can choose an English voice or American voice for the pronunciation. You are able to personalise the style of the text and choose between upper and lowercase letters. My child finds it motivating when they receive a certificate or feedback from the program. When I had any difficulties/problem or didn’t understand something, the customer support was excellent. The developer was quick to respond. I also purchased Pocket Phonics and Dot to Dot letters and numbers. These compliment the PocketPhonic Stories App.

### 3/5 — Same functionality as Pocket Phonics Stories

*2018-02-09*

FYI, This app (full) has the same functionality as Pocket Phonics Stories app. However, in pocket phonics stories app, you have the option to purchase a lifetime access.

## Frequently asked questions about PocketPhonics Stories (full)

### What does PocketPhonics Stories do?

This app is designed to help young children learn to read and write. It focuses on teaching phonics, including letter sounds and blending them into words, as well as handwriting skills. Interactive storybooks are included to practice reading comprehension.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include phonics instruction for recognizing 72 letter sounds, blending sounds to form words, and handwriting practice. It also offers interactive storybooks with word-tapping help, comprehension quizzes, and online progress monitoring for parents and teachers.

### How much does PocketPhonics Stories cost?

The application is a paid app. The provided data indicates it does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase for full access.

### What age group is this app suitable for?

The app is recommended for children aged between 4 and 6 years old. It is also beneficial for older children who require additional assistance with their reading skills.

### How does the app help children learn to read?

It teaches phonics, which helps children understand the sounds letters make and how to blend them into words. The interactive storybooks provide practice, and children can tap words for help sounding them out. Quizzes check their understanding and reading ability.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.3 — 2022-01-11

Minor fix to improve stability.

### 2.6.2 — 2021-11-14

Fixes for iPhone XR

### 2.6.1 — 2021-10-20

Improved stability for iOS15

### 2.6 — 2021-10-17

Support for iOS15

### 2.5.1 — 2020-12-30

Fix for issue on iOS14 in updating date of birth for child.

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