# Spell, Write and Read — 10 Books –Trace, Spell, Read

> Interactive app for early literacy development in young children. (iPhone/iPad app by Ripple Digital Publishing.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-write-and-read/id517093618 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ripple Digital Publishing](https://appshunter.io/developer/410843699)
- Category: Education, Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2012-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-write-and-read/id517093618/reviews.md

## What is Spell, Write and Read?

Learn to spell, write, and read — step by step.
Spell, Write and Read turns early literacy into play for ages 3–6 with friendly visuals, clear voice audio, and gentle rewards. Start by matching and tracing letters, connect sounds to words, and then spell common sight words—at a pace that grows with your child.

What’s inside
• Trace & Write: Follow guided arrows to form letters and complete words.
• Spell & Match: Drag and drop letters to build words with instant feedback.
• Hear & Read: Clear voice audio reinforces letter sounds, phonics, and whole-word reading.
• Kid-Friendly Rewards: Earn stars and cheerful cues that motivate without pressure.

Books
First Words, Animals, Colors, Food, Jobs, Shapes, Weather, Sports, Emotions, Clothes (12 words each).

Why it works
• Multisensory learning (see, hear, trace, do) builds confidence.
• Short, repeatable activities fit real family and classroom routines.
• Positive reinforcement encourages steady progress.

Great for
Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 1.

Parent & teacher friendly
• All content unlocked (no subscriptions)
• No ads; works offline after download

## Key features

- Trace and write letters and words
- Spell and match letters with feedback
- Hear letter sounds and phonics
- Kid-friendly rewards system
- 10 themed books with common words
- Offline play

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack "Animals" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Color" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Food" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Jobs" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Shapes" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Sports" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Emotions" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Clothes" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack "Weather" | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-write-and-read/id517093618/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not true phonics

*2026-05-17, version 2*

The letters are scrambled for the user to drag into the correct order—somewhat like puzzle pieces. This discourages left to right eye tracking needed for reading.

The description should say “letter names” instead of “letter sounds.” The voice spells the words after the letters are placed in the correct order instead of sounding them out.

### 5/5 — Cheerful graphics and voice

*2013-03-09, version 1.2*

Good spelling app. Most apps focus on one aspect, this one covers reading, listening, writing and seeing the image. For education, this repetition works really well. My little one needed some help with the writing, but was otherwise happily trying the words. I got her the animal pack as well, great graphics there, some of them are hilarious. Great overall package!

### 1/5 — Poorly Made

*2013-01-07, version 1.1*

Game locks up and goes to a black screen constantly.

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2012-12-08, version 1.1*

Vibrant visuals and perfect for kids

### 1/5 — Ripoff

*2012-09-05, version 1.1*

Total rip-off should be sold as a packaged price, don't buy

### 5/5 — Spelling bee

*2012-08-26, version 1.1*

Wonderful way to engage children in learning how to recognize letters and words as well as writing letters.  Excellent.

## Frequently asked questions about Spell, Write and Read

### What is the age range for Spell, Write and Read?

Spell, Write and Read is designed for children aged 3-6. It is suitable for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 levels.

### How does Spell, Write and Read teach spelling and reading?

The app uses a multisensory approach, combining tracing letters, matching sounds to words, and spelling common sight words. It provides clear voice audio and instant feedback to reinforce learning.

### Does Spell, Write and Read have ads?

No, Spell, Write and Read is ad-free. It also works offline after the initial download, providing an uninterrupted learning experience.

### What content is included in Spell, Write and Read?

The app includes 10 themed books covering topics like First Words, Animals, Colors, Food, and more, with 12 words in each book. All content is unlocked and available without subscriptions.

### How does Spell, Write and Read track progress?

The app uses a system of kid-friendly rewards, such as earning stars and receiving cheerful cues. This positive reinforcement is designed to motivate children and encourage steady progress without pressure.

### What devices is Spell, Write and Read compatible with?

Spell, Write and Read is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Spell, Write and Read updated?

The app was last updated on October 13, 2025, with version 2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What is the user rating for Spell, Write and Read?

Spell, Write and Read has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 2 ratings. This indicates a limited number of reviews, so user sentiment may not be fully representative.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2 — 2025-10-13

• Refreshed graphics and high-resolution assets
• Smoother letter tracing with improved touch accuracy
• Clearer voice audio and feedback
• Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 1.62 — 2023-01-05

Updated to follow Apple's App Store latest guidelines.

### 1.61 — 2017-06-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed a bug when displaying lock image on purchased packs.

### 1.6 — 2017-04-26

Additional 4  packs added (accessible via in-app purchase), each with 12 new words to match and trace. Weather, Sports, Emotions, Clothes.

### 1.5 — 2015-11-25

Optimized graphics for high resolution retina display for new iPad and iPhone devices.

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