# Spellyfish Phonics I — Short I Words

> Interactive phonics app for children learning short 'i' vowel sounds and CVC words. (iPhone/iPad app by Pyxwise Software Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spellyfish-phonics-i/id741126899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pyxwise Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/456744015)
- Category: Education, Games, Family, Word
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 112 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-11-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spellyfish-phonics-i/id741126899/reviews.md

## What is Spellyfish Phonics I?

Have your child join Spellyfish the jellyfish on his fun underwater phonics adventure covering words containing the short /i/ sound! Spellyfish teaches your child the sounds and letter names of the alphabet along with how to blend these sounds into short consonant-vowel-consonant words containing the letter 'i'. 

Your child' experience can be customized to help them learn how to recognize both the lower case and upper case letters of the alphabet. In addition he/she will learn about the starting sounds of words and how the ending sounds of words can make some words rhyme with each other. 

Spellyfish 'I' words is aligned with the US Common Core State Standards for building foundational skills in reading for Kindergarten, teaching the phonological and phonemic awareness skills children need for obtaining literacy in both reading and spelling. 

Your child will learn how to spell consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words that contain the letter 'I' and the short /i/ sound. This includes words such as big, sit, hit, etc. 

Recommended ages: 4-6 

Watch the trailer video at: youtu.be/BQFIaGUNSos 

- Best Apps For Kids (5/5 - Editor's Choice Award) - "Parents and teachers don't want to miss out on this app and all the wonderful educational features that it includes."

- Smart Apps For Kids (4/5) - "Spellyfish Phonics from developer Pyxwise goes beyond teaching short I vowel families and usage and addresses phonemic awareness skills, word decoding, letter sounds, blending — you name it." "Spellyfish is one of those rare apps that is useful and educational enough to be used in the classroom by teachers, assistants, and interventionists alike, but not so intimidating that a parent or other caregiver couldn't download it and make use of it for home practice."

Features: 
- All words are beautifully illustrated. 
- Words are presented and used in context by the adorable and friendly Spellyfish! 
- An introduction list guides students on how to use the app. 
- Word lists organized by rhymes (rimes) and onsets. 
- A powerful phonics hint feature breaks each word down into individual phonemes and then presents the allowable graphemes that correspond to each sound. 
- The hint feature also contains contextually relevant spelling rules that help explain “how to spell” English words. 
- A unique letter by letter feedback system provides feedback while the student is in the process of spelling each word. 
- Supportive scaffolding guarantees success on every word. 
- Supports up to 40 user accounts for classroom and family learning. 
- Tracks your child's progress to allow you to see at a glance words that he/she has mastered and words that require further practice. 
- Export & email student progress reports. 
- Resumes from where children last left off. 
- Presents both upper and lower case letters. 
- Presents both letter sounds and letter names. 
- Supports both alphabetic and QWERTY keyboard layouts. 

KNOW WHAT'S INSIDE 
 
As a MOMs with Apps member, we follow the 

"Know what's inside" best practices for kids' apps 

We care about your child's privacy. 
Privacy Disclosure: 
- Does not contain 3rd party ads. 
- Does not share any data. 
- Does not track your child's location. 
- Does not contain In-App purchases. 
- Does not contain links to social media. 
- Does not contain push notifications. 
- Contains in app links that are restricted behind a parental gate to view a safe enclosed version of the developer's website for additional information, email support, teaching tips and to rate the app. 

COPPA Compliant 
http://www.pyxwise.com/privacypolicy.html

## Key features

- Underwater phonics adventure
- Short /i/ sound and CVC word blending
- Customizable letter recognition (upper/lower case)
- Rhyme and onset word lists
- Phonics hint and feedback system
- Progress tracking and reports
- Supports multiple user accounts


## Frequently asked questions about Spellyfish Phonics I

### What age group is Spellyfish Phonics I recommended for?

Spellyfish Phonics I is recommended for children aged 4-6 years old. This age range is ideal for developing foundational reading skills covered by the app.

### What learning standards does Spellyfish Phonics I align with?

The app is aligned with the US Common Core State Standards for building foundational skills in reading for Kindergarten. It focuses on phonological and phonemic awareness.

### How does Spellyfish Phonics I help children learn to spell?

It teaches children how to spell consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words containing the letter 'i' and the short /i/ sound. A letter-by-letter feedback system provides guidance during the spelling process.

### Can Spellyfish Phonics I be used in a classroom setting?

Yes, Spellyfish Phonics I is designed to be useful in the classroom, supporting up to 40 user accounts for family or classroom learning. Teachers and parents can utilize it for home practice.

### Does Spellyfish Phonics I track a child's progress?

Yes, the app tracks your child's progress, allowing you to see which words they have mastered and which require further practice. Progress reports can also be exported and emailed.

### What devices is Spellyfish Phonics I available on?

Spellyfish Phonics I is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It supports both alphabetic and QWERTY keyboard layouts.

### How often is Spellyfish Phonics I updated?

The app was last updated on October 14, 2019, to version 1.7.0. While not frequently updated recently, it has a stable history since its release in 2013.

### What do reviewers say about Spellyfish Phonics I?

Reviewers have praised Spellyfish Phonics I, with Best Apps For Kids giving it a 5/5 Editor's Choice Award and Smart Apps For Kids rating it 4/5. It's noted for being both useful and educational for home and classroom use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.0 — 2019-10-14

Updated for iOS 13.1
Fixed screen layout issues on some newer iPhone models running iOS 13.1.

### 1.6.2 — 2019-02-03

Updated for iOS 12.

### 1.6.1 — 2017-11-13

Updated for iOS 11.

### 1.5.1 — 2016-02-26

Updated for full future 64 bit support.
Reduced the download file size.
Some minor tweaks.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please send us your feedback to ios.apps@pyxwise.com.
If you have found that Spellyfish has helped your student/child, please take the time to leave a review.
We really appreciated your feedback. :)

### 1.2.0 — 2014-06-30

- Improvements based on user feedback.
- Recategorized to the education category.

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