Secret Stories Phonics Reading

Secret Stories Phonics Reading

Brain Based Learning for Kids

621 ratings
117 reviews
$27.99 Free
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Lowest price: $23.49 2 years ago (-%)


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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 11, 2020
  • June 15, 2025
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This app uses brain-based learning techniques with unique stories and sound images to teach phonics. It helps learners of all ages accelerate literacy by decoding sounds rather than memorizing words. Features include interactive stories, a song for letter sounds, and practice modes.

Brain-based phonics learning
Interactive sound stories
Better Alphabet song for letter sounds
Structured and random play practice
Accelerated literacy development
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What's New in Secret Stories Phonics Reading

1.4.5

June 15, 2025

UI Fixes

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User reviews

WAS my favorite app till I went to recommend it to others

I am very shocked and disheartened to know an app I paid for, and had other families purchase too, all the sudden does not work. At all. Not an upgrade issue but a complete shut down of anything I purchased. Which was not a cheap $2 cost. How disappointing that Katie Garner would allow this to happen when she is creating other avenues of content she is selling. I would know as I have purchased many other items from her. Now I will have to see what else I have lost from my purchases of Secret Stories like TPT items. SMH.
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Not interactive, not a spelling “app”

This “app” is not a tool, or interactive. There is no practice, it is literally just a series of videos. There is no interaction or practice within it. A complete waste of time and money. I canceled my subscription within five minutes and wish I could get a refund.

Poor company ethics

I bought a “lifetime subscription” on the App Store several years ago and absolutely loved it. I can now no longer use it as it’s asking for a purchase order #, which I obviously do not have since it was not ordered from the Secret Stories website directly. This is obviously a money grab to force former users to a paid by month subscription service.
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Too expensive

$15 a month for such little content. It offers a short video (30 seconds) for each secret story, then sings the better alphabet song. You can find the same stuff on YouTube. Don’t waste your money!

SCAM. ZERO STARS

I paid $25 for this app, which is already a lot for an app. And now I went back in and they want me to pay $15 a month or a yearly subscription over $100. Why would I pay for the app and then have to pay to use the app? Make it make sense? It’s not like you can use a basic version and then upgrade. You literally can’t use the app at all unless you get the subscription now. So dumb.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Better Alphabet Song stops abruptly

Bug

App not working/crashing

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Option to display stories/cards on screen

Feature

More comprehensive coverage of letter sounds

Feature

Ability to restore previous purchases

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FAQ

What is Secret Stories Phonics Reading?

Secret Stories Phonics Reading is an educational app that utilizes brain-based learning techniques, including unique stories and sound images, to teach phonics. It aims to help users of all ages accelerate their literacy skills by focusing on decoding sounds rather than memorization.

What are the key features of the app?

The app features the Better Alphabet® Song for fast letter sound learning using muscle memory, Secret Stories® Sound Images which are engaging interactive stories for each phonics pattern, and targeted drills plus random play modes for reading and spelling reinforcement.

How much does Secret Stories Phonics Reading cost?

The app offers a monthly subscription plan for $14.99 and an annual plan for $149.99. Payments are handled through the App Store, and subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the billing cycle.

Who can benefit from using this app?

This app is beneficial for children, struggling readers, and adult learners. Its brain-based approach and focus on sound patterns make phonics accessible and accelerate the transition from learning to read to reading to learn.

Is this app compatible with any curriculum?

Yes, the Secret Stories® app is designed to pair with any curriculum. It accelerates access to the English language code by focusing on sound patterns, making it a versatile tool for various educational settings.