250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
The best 3rd grade reading & phonics apps and games on iPhone average 4.2★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (988) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.3★ (20K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.3★ (369) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (132K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.5★ (18K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | $0.99 | 4.0★ (1) | No | No | Oct 2026 |
This app helps third graders enhance their reading and phonics skills through an interactive platform. It offers a vast library of books covering science, health, physics, social sciences, literature, and English language arts, fostering curiosity and a love for reading.
This app offers 21 engaging games designed to teach third-grade students essential math, reading, science, and critical thinking skills. Aligned with third-grade curriculums, it uses colorful visuals, voice narration, and fun sound effects to keep children entertained while they learn. Progress reports and customizable lesson plans help track development.
This app offers dynamic spelling challenges designed to help third graders master essential English words and Common Core standards. It makes learning fun and engaging with rewards and adaptive difficulty, building a strong foundation in spelling and vocabulary.
