# Reading Speed/Fluency Builder — For Grades 2-6 Reading Levels

> Educational app to build reading speed and fluency for grades 2-6. (iPhone/iPad app by Janine Toole.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-speedfluency-builder/id1080258925 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Janine Toole](https://appshunter.io/developer/839832427)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.2 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-speedfluency-builder/id1080258925/reviews.md

## What is Reading Speed/Fluency Builder?

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Reading Fluency Builder quickly develops your child's reading speed to meet grade level expectations. Reading fluency is a key prerequisite if your child is struggling with reading comprehension. Reading Fluency Builder provides a fun game-like environment that motivates even hesitant learners.

What parents say about our awesome apps:
*** 5 stars! Brilliant! An app that understands how kids actually learn. Thank you!

*** 5 stars! My kids love this app because of the fun, silly sentences. I love it because it works!   


Reading Fluency Builder provides:
 - Graduated practice starting with simple texts and slower speeds. 
 - Students progress only when they demonstrate mastery.
 - Students can practice with multiple texts per level.
 - 'At a glance' reporting shows you instantly how your learner is progressing.
 - Audio support is provided so learners can hear a fluent model.
 - Fun Reward Center increases student motivation.
 - Incremental levels take a student from mid Grade 1 reading speed up to mid Grade 5 reading speed.

Our app is based on proven research on the effectiveness of modeled and repeated reading to increase fluency -- but we make it fun!

Our apps are designed for and tested by typical and special needs children. Testers include children with Autism and other special needs. Our apps work for them! Our apps are also suitable for adults dealing with aphasia or learning English as a Second Language.


To evaluate the app, download the free version, which has four free levels. Additional levels and additional players can be accessed with in-app purchases. (All levels can be purchased for $2.99 -- price may change.)



If you prefer no in-app purchases, download the School Edition of this app, which includes all levels and up to 10 players.

We take customer service very seriously! If you ever have a problem or find that we've missed something, contact us at our website and we will do our best to fix the problem. 

We collect NO private information in our app. None! Our apps do not allow unrestricted web or social media access. We conform to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act.

## Key features

- Graduated reading practice
- Mastery-based progression
- Multiple texts per level
- Progress reporting
- Audio support for fluent reading
- Fun reward system
- Incremental reading levels

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Access All Levels | $2.99 | one-time |
| Up to 2 Users | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add up to 10 Users | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-speedfluency-builder/id1080258925/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Okay, but could be better

*2019-08-14, version 1.5*

My 7 year old likes the app, but It won’t save her stars for the levels after 4. It’s very frustrating because our goal is for 3 stars on each level and now we have to just remember what level she’s on and how many stars she got. Please fix this! I feel like we paid for nothing!

### 3/5 — Great app

*2018-06-20, version 1.4*

Great app but I wish the upgrade was cheaper or that more levels were offered for $8.99.

### 1/5 — Limited, expensive upgrade

*2018-02-14, version 1.4*

There are only 4 free levels which took my 7 year old daughter less than 5 minutes to complete. I’m guessing it would take her about 30 minutes to complete the next 26 levels and the upgrade costs $8.99. I would consider the upgrade if it was $.99 or offered a couple hundred levels for the $8.99. Not a good value!

### 3/5 — Okay

*2017-06-10, version 1.4*

I really like this app and it helps with my reading skills but there are only 30 levels and when I got to the end I didn't know what to do and I don't know what to do with my coins either

### 5/5 — Wonderful!

*2017-02-13*

When my son came home with a notice saying that he needed extra assistance with his reading, I turned to Happy Frog and they recommended this as a good starting point.  It's been fabulous!  Within one sitting, I saw an improvement with his reading, confidence, and speed.  It was also engaging - he kept on wanting to work with the level until he got the top score.  I had to force him to put it down until tomorrow!

### 2/5 — Good in theory

*2016-07-20, version 1.3*

I am a 20 year veteran special education teacher that found this at a reading seminar. It looks great and isn't decked out with too many "whistles and bells". However, the stories are incomplete. The read aloud goes further than the actual viewed passage, but both end without a complete story. Disappointing. Enough so that it makes me hesitant to upgrade to the paid version.

## Frequently asked questions about Reading Speed/Fluency Builder

### What is the Reading Speed/Fluency Builder app?

Reading Speed/Fluency Builder is an educational app designed to enhance a child's reading speed and fluency. It uses a game-like approach with graduated practice levels and motivational rewards to help students meet grade-level expectations.

### What reading levels does Reading Speed/Fluency Builder support?

The app progresses students from mid-Grade 1 reading speed up to mid-Grade 5 reading speed. It is designed for children in grades 2-6 and is also suitable for adults learning English or dealing with aphasia.

### How does Reading Speed/Fluency Builder help with reading comprehension?

The app focuses on building reading fluency, which is a key prerequisite for strong reading comprehension. By improving speed and accuracy, it helps learners process text more effectively, leading to better understanding.

### Does Reading Speed/Fluency Builder have ads?

No, the Reading Speed/Fluency Builder app does not contain advertisements. It is designed to provide an uninterrupted learning experience for users.

### What are the in-app purchase options for Reading Speed/Fluency Builder?

The free version offers four levels for evaluation. Additional levels and players can be unlocked via in-app purchases, with an option to buy all levels for $2.99. A separate School Edition is available with all levels and no in-app purchases.

### How does the app track progress?

Reading Speed/Fluency Builder provides 'at a glance' reporting that instantly shows how a learner is progressing. Students only advance when they demonstrate mastery of the current level.

### Is Reading Speed/Fluency Builder suitable for children with special needs?

Yes, the app is designed and tested with typical and special needs children, including those with Autism. It has proven effective for them and is also suitable for adults with aphasia or learning English.

### How often is Reading Speed/Fluency Builder updated?

The app was last updated on March 3, 2025, indicating ongoing development and support. Version 1.7 is the latest release.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2025-03-03

Small updates to ensure a great experience.

### 1.6 — 2021-11-25

Updated libraries for a smoother experience.

### 1.5 — 2018-12-06

Some tweaks to the in-app purchases.

### 1.4 — 2016-10-03

A few tweaks to the Reward Center.  Grab this app now, it's better than ever!

### 1.3 — 2016-06-22

A small in-app tweak!

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