# Reading Train: Alphabet — Beginner Books, Songs & Games > Interactive ABC books, games, and songs for beginner readers. (iPhone/iPad app by The Learning Station, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-train-alphabet/id903741015 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [The Learning Station, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/702227887) - Category: Education, Books - Price: $3.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 698 MB - Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China) - Released: 2014-12-09 - Data updated: 2026-06-12 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-train-alphabet/id903741015/reviews.md ## What is Reading Train? Listen, read, and record 24 fun ABC books at 3 easy reading levels: 72 books in all! Play the train game; win coins for the music store; collect and learn new words in the train yard. "Beautifully designed storybooks and related games that teach foundational reading": Appolicious.com Books, songs and games to build skills, self confidence and a love of reading. Real reading, for fun and information, right from the start. "A dynamic tool to augment any beginning readers program": Teachers With Apps Safe for Kids: The Learning Station is a Proud Member of Moms With Apps Kid tested and teacher approved. We are ad-free and take our users privacy seriously. View our Privacy Policy here: http://www.readingtrain.org * Listen, read and record books at 3 different beginning reading levels to grow as a reader. * Play the train game after every book to learn letters and words * Built-in picture/audio dictionary * 18 song books * Professional narration- American English. All books can be recorded by users. * Unlimited user accounts * Powerful student reporting tools Books Kids CAN Read. Written by Libby Curran, a People Magazine Teacher of the Year, these engaging little books are field tested in real classrooms to get kids started on the path to reading independence. Books Kids LOVE to Read and Re-read. Children are naturally curious, so encourage them to explore our ABC books to learn new vocabulary and build the foundational knowledge they need to succeed in school. After reading stories they can play the train quiz game, explore the picture/audio dictionary and listen to song books. Give Your Kids the Tools to Succeed. Stuck on a word? Tap and hold to hear every word and access the built in audio dictionary filled with hundreds of words. Play a unique quiz game at the end of every book to extend the learning. The Reading Train Alphabet is packed full of tools to help children succeed, all on their own. Read to Learn- Meet Common Core Standards Read beginning level books with purpose and understanding. Develop the concepts of print: reading left to right and matching written words with spoken words. Learn letter names and sounds, build background knowledge and improve reading comprehension and foundational skills. Quizzes Disguised as Games. Play the train game after finishing every book, but don't tell them it's a quiz! Check progress on the parent's page to see all the books children have read and recorded as well as detailed scores on the quizzes. The Right Team For the Job Created by award winning master teacher and early literacy expert, Libby Curran,The Reading Train Alphabet is the culmination of 20+ years of teaching experience. Backed by an all-star team of teachers turned iOS developers and a professional children's musician, The Reading Train Alphabet is serious about making learning fun. Keep in Touch We welcome your feedback, to keep up with all things Reading Train check out: readingtrain.org facebook.com/readingtrain email: support@readingtrain.org We welcome suggestions on future books and curriculum. Contact Libby with suggestions about new content at: libby@readingtrain.org ## Key features - 24 ABC books at 3 reading levels - Interactive train game for word learning - Built-in picture/audio dictionary - 18 song books - Professional narration - User recording of books - Student reporting tools ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-train-alphabet/id903741015/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Fantastic ABC app for beginning readers *2015-02-15* My kids can't get enough of this app. I work with special needs students and they are so excited to be able to read the books all by themselves. The illustrations are delightful, and the books introduce some interesting vocabulary. After they read, they can play a game where they answer questions by putting answers on a train. They love to hear the funny words of encouragement from the narrator who tells them how well they are doing. I am really impressed with the way kids can hold the words to hear them spoken and see and hear definitions of unfamiliar vocabulary, like anteater, astronaut and anchor in the A Book. Earning coins to spend on music books is a great reward system. Everyone has a favorite song and they have quickly learned the words to sing along. My kids have special needs and they don't usually feel very confident about their reading. This app is making them proud and they are eager to record themselves so they can show me what they learned. Overall the best app I have found for early reading. ## Frequently asked questions about Reading Train ### What is Reading Train: Alphabet? Reading Train: Alphabet is an educational app designed to help young children learn to read. It offers interactive books, games, and songs to build foundational reading skills and vocabulary. ### How many books are included in Reading Train: Alphabet? The app features 24 ABC books, with three different reading levels, totaling 72 books. All books can be listened to, read, and recorded by users. ### Does Reading Train: Alphabet have ads? No, Reading Train: Alphabet is ad-free. The developers prioritize user privacy and have stated they are a proud member of Moms With Apps, indicating a commitment to a safe environment. ### What age rating is Reading Train: Alphabet suitable for? Reading Train: Alphabet has an age rating of 4+. It is designed for beginner readers and aligns with Common Core Standards for early literacy development. ### What devices does Reading Train: Alphabet support? Reading Train: Alphabet is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is developed by The Learning Station, LLC. ### How often is Reading Train: Alphabet updated? The app was last updated on October 21, 2025, with version 2.6. This indicates regular updates to improve the user experience and content. ### What is the price of Reading Train: Alphabet? Reading Train: Alphabet is a paid app, priced at $3.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned, suggesting a one-time purchase for full access. ### Can parents track their child's progress with Reading Train: Alphabet? Yes, the app includes powerful student reporting tools. Parents can check progress on a dedicated parent's page to see books read, recorded, and detailed quiz scores. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.6 — 2025-10-21 Brand new Song Book: The Bonny Place I Left my Bone. ### 2.4 — 2022-08-19 New Song: Enjoy a rollicking sea shanty: "What Shall We Do With The Mucky Puppy?" Bug fixes and improvements ### 2.0 — 2016-11-22 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Small bug fixes and UI improvements. ### 1.4 — 2016-11-16 Now a universal app. Enjoy the Reading Train Alphabet on your iPhone or iPad! ### 1.3 — 2016-06-23 Text Highlighting! Each word is highlighted in yellow as it is touched to help children make the connection between spoken and written words and to improve word recognition. New song- Over the River and Through the Woods. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-12.*