ABC SPELLING MAGIC vs i Can Type

Introducing ABC Spelling Magic, where learning to spell is fun and engaging! ABC SPELLING MAGIC incorporates the main principles of the Science of Reading. This app is designed to teach children the sounds of the letters and how to construct words, aligning with the science of reading. With two levels of challenge, it indirectly imparts the essential reading skill of segmenting while focusing on the skill of learning to spell words with three phonetic sounds using short vowel words. Incorporating the science of reading, the app's comprehensive approach is tailored to assist children in learning the sounds of the alphabet and honing their blending and segmenting skills, essential for early literacy development based on the science of reading. SPELLING MAGIC 1 focuses on CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words, such as cat, box, and pig, which are fundamental for phonics instruction based on the science of reading. The app categorizes words by middle vowel sounds in the first part and by categories in the second part, offering a well-rounded approach to phonics and word construction, rooted in the principles of the science of reading. The DELUXE version provides 245 words and offers a variety of options in the menu, including two types of voices, three types of fonts, two letter color styles, a special feature to connect the letters together, and over 185 additional words from the free version, enhancing the learning experience based on the principles of the science of reading. Developed by a team of educators utilizing accelerated learning techniques and Montessori principles, this app has been tested and approved by preschoolers, aligning with the science of reading and providing an enjoyable and beneficial experience in learning letter sounds. We welcome your feedback and suggestions as we strive to provide an enriching educational experience for young learners, rooted in the science of reading.

This free "LITE" version includes 30 words. (Our FULL version teaches 150 sight words) Students practice all important "sight words" while becoming familiar with using a keyboard. Easy to use – Top quality recorded speech – Educationally sound – It gets results! First choose a word list for the lesson. There are 3 word lists, each with 10 sight words to learn. ACTIVITY ONE – Typing Introduction A spelling word appears, big and bold on the screen, with a professionally voiced contextual sentence and vibrant photograph. The word is dimmed, now type the word. At first the correct keys are highlighted, providing an easy introduction to the QWERTY keyboard. ACTIVITY TWO – Match-Up Students match-up beginning sounds, digraphs or rimes to the correct pictures. (Those who have used our "Phonic Flashcards" app will be familiar with many of the pictures.) ACTIVITY THREE – Look-Say-Cover-Type The word is displayed, then disappears. Now type in the word. Incorrect letters are simply disregarded. Need help? Tap the screen to view the word again, and hear it sounded-out! REWARD GAME Choose one of four games to play once you've completed the lesson. There are two word games, "Match the Pairs" and "Word Search", and also two arcade games, "Fish Food" and "Dinosaur Run". "i Can Type - Sight Words" provides an easy introduction to typing sight words. Spelling and using a keyboard are two important skills. Trying to learn both at the same time can be frustrating, especially if your child has finds spelling difficult. If your child first needs to learn to read and "sound-out" the words, please use our "i Can Spell with Phonics" app. VOICE OPTIONS: American, British and Australian English NO ADS – NO IN-APP PURCHASES – NO WORRIES!