The Writing Machine

The Writing Machine

by Hump Software

1 ratings
4 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 22 Aug 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 22, 2011
  • October 2, 2018
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About

This app introduces young children to pre-literacy concepts like print awareness, reading, and writing. It helps them understand the connection between pictures and words, teaching them to read text from left to right and distinguish letters from words.

Print awareness introduction
Picture-word association
Left-to-right reading direction
Letter recognition
130 vocabulary words
Multiple keyboard layouts
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What's New in The Writing Machine

3.6

October 2, 2018

Updated for iOS 12

User reviews

Great

Loving this app!!

Does what it says

This app is great for Preliteracy skills. Uses real photos which is nice to see.

The writing machine

Just downloaded this app. My three year old grandson loves it. We have had no problems with crashes. A dollar well spent.

C-for CRASH all the time

I want my $1 back. It crashes after ever word spelled. Its a good idea but they need to fix this problem.

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FAQ

What age is The Writing Machine appropriate for?

The Writing Machine is designed for children aged 4 and up, focusing on foundational pre-literacy skills.

What learning methodology does The Writing Machine use?

The app introduces pre-literacy concepts by linking pictures with words, teaching left-to-right reading, and differentiating letters from words. It offers interactive levels for exploration and identification.

How does The Writing Machine track progress?

The app includes an 'Identify' level where it prompts users to find specific letters, providing visual cues after multiple attempts, which helps in assessing letter recognition progress.

Does The Writing Machine offer certifications?

The Writing Machine focuses on foundational skill development and does not offer formal certifications. Its goal is to build a strong base for future literacy.

What devices does The Writing Machine support?

Currently, The Writing Machine is supported on iPad devices.

How often is The Writing Machine updated?

The Writing Machine was last updated on October 2, 2018, with version 3.6. It has not received updates since then.

What is the user sentiment for The Writing Machine?

Based on the available data, The Writing Machine has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from one review, indicating positive user sentiment.

Does The Writing Machine have ads?

No, The Writing Machine does not contain advertisements.