# Train Phonics CVC

> Educational app for practicing CVC words with phonetic sounds. (iPhone/iPad app by Joe Scrivens.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-phonics-cvc/id455787475 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joe Scrivens](https://appshunter.io/developer/426131436)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 38 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 9 more
- Released: 2011-08-12
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-phonics-cvc/id455787475/reviews.md

## What is Train Phonics CVC?

Practice CVC words using phonetics.

Over 100 CVC words in this app. A train comes into the station and you hear a word, press the train at any time to repeat the word.

Your task is to drag the correct consonant and vowel tiles into the carriages of the train in the correct order. As you press the tiles you will hear the phonetic sound of the letter.

Unlike other apps in the app store that are labelled as phonics, this one actually uses phonetic sounds and not the alphabet sounds.

A great way to practice creating consonant vowel consonant words.

Watch this video to see the how the sound and interaction in the app works: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrfl4sLnd8Q

NOTE: There is currently a bug in the adobe packager for apps which generates metadata that says this app supports multiple languages. It is only supported in English.

## Key features

- CVC word practice
- Phonetic sound learning
- Interactive drag-and-drop
- Over 100 words
- Audio feedback for letters

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-phonics-cvc/id455787475/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Wrong sounds

*2016-11-17*

I've just downloaded this but found that one of the letters made the wrong sound (r sound for an l) and it also asked for the word 'baag' to be spelled out using 'b' 'o' 'g'. Plain wrong and not helpful for learning to read

### 4/5 — Overall very pleased

*2014-10-30*

My son loves trains so this is perfect for him. One of his favorite things to do is make the train repeat the word, over and over and over again. He also likes to touch each letter repeatedly to hear the sound each letter says. He has known his letters and sounds for a while now and he still finds this engaging. 

That said, I'd like to see two changes. First, could the engine say the word and the individual cars say the sound? We talk about isolating the sounds of CVC words. For example, "What is the first sound you hear?" I think it would be nice to have a way for the player to check it out. 

Engine: cat
1st car: /k/
2nd car: /a/
3rd car: /t/

Secondly, could a picture of the word ride the train? Unless you are using nonsense syllables, I think a visual of the word would be a lovely addition to the app. 

Overall, I am very pleased with this app. A few changes would make it spectacular.

### 1/5 — Kids

*2012-12-12*

Train is too loud and voice is too soft! Help! Fix and it is 5 stars for sure. We had to quit using this app because the kids cannot hear the word.

### 4/5 — Great concept but limited

*2012-08-29, version 1.2*

This is an excellent app for reinforcing the skills of blending and segmenting using cvc words. Unfortunately it is very limited in that as a parent or teacher you can't go in and track progress and see sounds that are common errors for example. It would also be good to have words with four or more sounds, including consonant and vowel digraphs. I really expected more from an app that you have to pay for, this is pretty basic, however the idea and rehearsal of these essential skills is just what pre-schoolers need.

### 1/5 — Hmmmm!

*2012-05-30*

Apart from a mistake on the second word that you are asked to spell this App looks like a perfect little game to give some daily practice of Cvc word spelling. However I can not for the life of me work out what the point of teaching phonics is if the pronunciation of the word changes the vowel sounds completely when spoken. This is for kids! Surely more thought should have gone into this. Also what is with the lazy choice of font. Some letters like a just aren't suitable for early phonics learners. Maybe they are in America.

### 2/5 — Incorrect sounds

*2012-04-21*

In cvc words, the O has the long sound and the consonant Y says 'ee'. This makes the app unusable with my emerging readers.

### 1/5 — Poorly articulated phonemes

*2012-04-17*

Vowel sounds were mispronounced in isolation. R sounds were also mispronounced.

### 2/5 — US only

*2012-01-28*

Ok if you are in the US, if outside don't download, it's is sometimes comical hearing the sounds of the letters then the US pronunciation.

### 3/5 — No exit

*2012-01-07*

Great way to practice critical CVC words but no way to quit the game or customize speech. Some sounds incorrect. A little disappointing.

### 3/5 — Technically good, but...

*2012-01-03, version 1.0*

From an early childhood teacher, the app is very good at practicing spelling and sounds, but the vocal recording is very poor quality and hard to hear, the train sound is very annoying and it's scope is limited.

## Frequently asked questions about Train Phonics CVC

### What is the learning method used by Train Phonics CVC?

Train Phonics CVC utilizes a phonetic learning approach, focusing on the actual sounds of letters rather than just their names. This helps children build words by understanding how sounds blend together.

### How does Train Phonics CVC track a child's progress?

The app provides interactive practice by having users drag and drop letter tiles to form words. While specific progress tracking metrics are not detailed, the interactive nature allows for repeated practice and skill reinforcement.

### Is Train Phonics CVC suitable for young children?

Yes, Train Phonics CVC has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for young children beginning their reading journey. The app's interactive format and focus on sounds are designed for this age group.

### What devices can I use Train Phonics CVC on?

Train Phonics CVC is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating system.

### How often is Train Phonics CVC updated?

The latest version of Train Phonics CVC is 1.5, which was last updated on October 11, 2017. While updates have not been frequent recently, the app has been stable since its last revision.

### Does Train Phonics CVC have ads?

No, Train Phonics CVC is ad-free. Users can enjoy an uninterrupted learning experience without any advertisements.

### What is the price of Train Phonics CVC?

Train Phonics CVC is a paid application, available for $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all features of the app.

### Does Train Phonics CVC support languages other than English?

Despite some metadata indicating multi-language support due to a packaging bug, Train Phonics CVC is currently only supported in English. The app's content and functionality are designed for English learners.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2017-10-11

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

update for ios11

### 1.4 — 2013-10-04

bug fix for ios7

### 1.3 — 2013-01-02

adjusted audio volumes for whistle and words

### 1.2 — 2012-04-29

changed the y sound and the o sound.

### 1.1 — 2012-01-26

improved sound quality on words and sounds

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