Archived App (Last seen on 31 May 2026)
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About
This app helps children develop reading and writing skills by practicing letter sounds and phonemic awareness. It offers over 500 words across leveled reading exercises, designed for interactive learning with parents or teachers.
What's New in Simply Phonics
1.3.2
March 25, 2020
- Bugfix where default dark mode in iOS will change font colours in the app. - Fixed crash that happens on some devices.
Developer apps
FAQ
What is Simply Phonics?
Simply Phonics is an educational app designed to help children learn letter sounds and develop foundational reading and writing skills through interactive exercises and over 500 words.
How does Simply Phonics teach reading?
It focuses on practicing all letter sounds, improving phonemic awareness, and offers leveled reading exercises where each level builds upon the previous one in complexity.
What is the learning methodology of Simply Phonics?
The app emphasizes interactive learning, recommending use with parents, teachers, or friends, as human interaction is considered key to learning. Unsupervised learning is not recommended.
How many words are available for practice in Simply Phonics?
The app currently features over 500 words for practice, with plans to add more words in future updates.
What is the price of Simply Phonics?
Simply Phonics is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.
What age rating is Simply Phonics suitable for?
Simply Phonics has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children beginning their reading journey.
What devices are recommended for Simply Phonics?
While it can be used on various devices, the developer recommends using a device with a larger screen size for an enhanced and easier learning experience.
How often is Simply Phonics updated?
The app was last updated on March 25, 2020, with version 1.3.2. Future updates are planned, including learning and listening to individual sounds.