Reading Train Full STEAM Ahead vs Rally Reader

Every child can learn to read with this growing library of 300+ playful picture books, 21 sing-along song books and unlimited train game quizzes. "No other app is as specifically tailored to the needs of beginning readers." KinderTown.com Now beginning readers can listen, read and record, all by themselves. Pay once and receive all the books PLUS regular updates with brand new books at no additional cost! Play the train game, win coins for the music store, collect and learn new vocabulary words in the train yard. Created by Libby Curran, People Magazine Teacher of the Year, based on her award winning books. Grand Prize Winner of the 2015 Technology and Reading Award, International Literacy Association. Please note this is the same app as Reading Train Endless Books Songs & Games but includes all books with no in-app purchases. "Beautifully designed storybooks and related games that teach foundational reading": Appolicious.com "A vast selection of mini books to help kids reach reading independence" Geeks With Juniors. Not just a game or set of e-books but a complete reading curriculum from pre- reading to reading independence, building phonics and vocabulary skills, self confidence and a love of reading. Safe for Kids: The Learning Station is a Proud Member of Moms With Apps Kid tested and teacher approved. We are ad-free and take our users privacy seriously. View our Privacy Policy here: http://www.readingtrain.org * Listen, read and record books at 3 different beginning reading levels. * Professional narration: American English. All books can be recorded by users. * Play the train game after every book. * 450+ word integrated dictionary * 20 sing along song books * Unlimited user accounts and individual bookshelves * Powerful reporting tools Books Kids CAN Read. Written by Libby Curran, a People Magazine Teacher of the Year, these fun little books are field tested in real classrooms to get kids started on the path to reading independence. Books Kids LOVE to Read. Children are naturally curious, so encourage them to explore our leveled books on numbers, colors, animals, shapes, and science. Beginning readers need to read little books, but the Reading Train's unique design allows kids to explore big ideas, reading to learn at the same time as they learn to read. After reading, they can play the train quiz game, explore the audio dictionary and sing along with song books. Give Your Kids the Tools to Succeed. Stuck on a word? Tap and hold to hear every word and access the built in dictionary filled with hundreds of words. Play a unique quiz game at the end of every book to extend the learning. The Reading Train is packed full of tools to help children succeed, all on their own. Read To Learn- Meets Common Core Standards Kids can choose funny fiction and fascinating nonfiction on kid-friendly topics to build background knowledge while improving reading comprehension and foundational skills. Quizzes Disguised as Games. Play the train game after finishing every book, but don't tell them it's a quiz! Check progress on the parent's page which shows books read and recorded and detailed scores on the quizzes. The Right Team for the Job The Reading Train is the culmination of 30+ years of teaching experience. Backed by an all-star team of teachers turned iOS developers and a professional children's musician, the Reading Train is serious about making learning fun. Safe for Kids Kid tested and teacher approved. We are ad-free and take our users privacy seriously. View our Privacy Policy here: http://www.readingtrain.org We welcome your feedback: email: support@readingtrain.org http://www.readingtrain.org http://www.facebook.com/readingtrain Contact Libby with suggestions about books at: libby@readingtrain.org Not compatible with iPad 1. Requires iOS 7 or higher.

Rally Reader brings joy to the Science of Reading and gives students the practice they need to become great readers. Rally is the only literacy tool with a powerful triple advantage: a nearly limitless supply of the best books on the market, real-time reading feedback, and the best tools to motivate kids to keep reading. Rally offers in digital format over 50,000 books from top global publishers (Penguin Random House, Scholastic, Disney, Hachette, etc.), a personalized reading coach, and a platform where students want to spend their time and feel safe making mistakes and growing. The result? Rapid growth for every kind of reader that puts kids on the path to a lifetime of loving to read. HOW IT WORKS Kids Pick: Choose from 50,000+ popular books from top publishers with unlimited previews. Practice: Read aloud and get gentle, real-time error correction without stress. Track Progress of every word read: Monitor progress on a personalized dashboard. KEY FEATURES Digital Literacy Support Software: Tracks accuracy, identifies errors, and provides real-time help, including pronunciation. Motivation: Earn streaks and badges to build good reading habits. Stress-Free Reading: Practice reading aloud without the pressure. Family Sharing: Share books with siblings and each child gets a personalized dashboard. Focus & Goals: Dashboard shows reading time, speed, accuracy, and persistence. Different Reading Modes: Read aloud or silently, even offline. Parent Cheerleaders: Parents celebrate successes without having to be the coach. Magic Words: Learn the 1,000 most common words with the Word Wiz game. Cost: This award-winning app is FREE, just pay for the books your kids love. DESIGNED FOR ALL TYPES OF STUDENTS, including those with dyslexia or other learning differences.