READY! for Kindergarten

READY! for Kindergarten

by The Children's Reading Foundation

6 ratings
16 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 24 Sep 2025)

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Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 25, 2016
  • February 28, 2024

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About

This educational app uses interactive games to help children aged 2-5 develop essential skills for kindergarten readiness. It tracks progress and compares it to national averages, allowing parents to focus on areas needing improvement. The program is based on research-backed targets for early learning.

Interactive skill-building games
Progress tracking and reports
Comparison to national age-level targets
Focus on core academic and social-emotional skills
Designed for ages 2-5
Information on skill development within games
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What's New in READY! for Kindergarten

2.2.10 (62)

February 28, 2024

- Updated splash screen - Some text updates - Removed survey option in side menu

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User reviews

It’s cute but half doesn’t work

We like this app but only three of the games work. Really frustrating that the other games don’t work.

No sound or text

Even though I have the audio and text box checked, it’s not giving me any sound or instructions in text form. Very disappointing as we’re trying to work through this program and they recommend using the app and here I am trying to do it and it will not work. Hopefully it gets updated and we can use it in the future.
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Terrible …

I love the purpose of this app, but it has major problems that make it not worth using. My daughter will get 100% of the questions right and it will still rate “below age level” on her skills, it crashes a lot, it doesn’t guide kids through the purpose of a game effectively, and the microphone doesn’t actually start “listening” until it’s been on the screen for a little while, meaning kids will get an answer right, but the app will not “hear” it. Definitely needs a lot of work to get this up to a standard that should be helping parents assess the skills of their children.
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Glitchy

On the train game, level two page two the bee icon is frozen and we can’t get past that page. The “munchkin” game crashes the whole app often. The gum ball game works but my 3yo would rather get the answer wrong to feed the fish the gum ball so I can’t assess his comprehension. Such potential here.. when it did work for about a month his reading abilities soared, thank you!
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Very frustrating no sound

The game thinks the sound is playing but no sound plays. All the games rely on hearing letter sounds. Not sure what the issue is

FAQ

What skills does READY! for Kindergarten teach?

READY! for Kindergarten teaches foundational skills such as singing the ABC song, matching letter shapes, recognizing letter sounds, expanding vocabulary, rote counting to 30, and identifying emotions. These are designed to meet the 26 Age-Level Targets for kindergarten readiness.

How does READY! for Kindergarten track my child's progress?

As your child plays the games, the app automatically sends information to the reports section. This section allows you to view your child's achievements in specific skill areas and compare them to other children of similar ages in the U.S.

Is READY! for Kindergarten suitable for older children?

Yes, the app is designed for children ages 2 to 5, but it can also be used for older children who may need to catch up in core skills before starting kindergarten.

What is the learning methodology behind READY! for Kindergarten?

The app's methodology is based on hundreds of repetitions within a supportive environment, as young children learn best through consistent practice. The program's targets were developed by early learning experts over seven years.

Does READY! for Kindergarten offer certifications?

The app focuses on skill development and progress tracking rather than formal certifications. It aims to ensure children meet the measurable skills required for kindergarten entry.

How often is READY! for Kindergarten updated?

The latest version of READY! for Kindergarten is 2.2.10 (62), which was last updated on February 28, 2024. This indicates a relatively active development cycle for the app.

What devices support READY! for Kindergarten?

READY! for Kindergarten is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

Does READY! for Kindergarten have ads?

No, READY! for Kindergarten does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.