Best Free Reading Apps For Kids Learning

Interactive storiesOver 700 hands-on lessonsPhonics and sight word learning

This app provides interactive stories and over 700 hands-on lessons designed to help children from preschool to second grade learn to read. It focuses on phonics, sight words, and vocabulary through engaging, multi-sensory activities and mini-games, all in a kid-safe, ad-free environment.

Amazon Kindle: Reading App

(3.8K)

free

Read books. Millions of ebooks

Read purchased eBooksAccess Kindle UnlimitedCustomizable text and display

Access a vast library of eBooks, magazines, and comics on your mobile device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and page-turning options. Look up words, track progress, and sync across devices.

📚 Books

(5.8M)

Epic - Kids' Books & Reading

Children’s Learning & eBooks

40,000+ books, audiobooks, and videosRead-To-Me books and audiobooksMultilingual content (Spanish, French, Chinese, Gaelic)

Access a vast digital library for children, featuring over 40,000 books, audiobooks, and videos. This app offers interactive learning tools, multilingual content, and personalized reading experiences for kids. It supports both family and educational use, with features to track progress and build reading confidence.

Skybrary – Kids Books & Videos

(519K)

freemium

Where kids read, learn & grow

1,000+ eBooks150+ educational videosOffline reading mode

This app offers a curated library of over 1,000 eBooks and 150 educational videos for children aged 3-9. It features read-aloud stories, offline access, and content selected by literacy experts to foster a love of reading and learning.

(3.3K)

Learn to Read - Reading.com

Phonics & Reading App for Kids

99 step-by-step phonics lessons67 interactive digital storybooks42 educational videos

This app offers a guided, co-play experience for parents and children aged 3-8 to learn reading skills. It uses research-backed phonics lessons, interactive storybooks, videos, and games to build foundational reading abilities.

(69K)

Splash Reading: Games for Kids

Phonics, Sight Words, Spelling

Phonics and letter sound recognitionSight word and vocabulary buildingSpelling and grammar practice

This app helps children from Kindergarten to Grade 5 master English Language Arts skills through engaging, game-based activities. It covers phonics, sight words, spelling, grammar, and comprehension, fostering reading fluency and writing confidence.

(2.5K)

Sight Words & Phonics Reading

ABC Learning Games for Kids

Phonics instructionSight word recognitionLetter name and sound learning

This app offers a comprehensive reading program for children aged 2-8, covering phonics, sight words, and letter recognition through engaging games and missions. It guides young learners from letter sounds to reading simple words and sentences.

(24K)

Hooked on Phonics Learning

Reading, Math & Spelling Games

Reading, Math & Spelling Games1000+ Educational Activities100+ Ebook Library

This app transforms screen time into educational fun for children aged 3-8. It offers interactive games and activities across reading, math, and spelling, tailored to individual learning needs. Parents receive real-time progress insights and can track their child's development through a comprehensive ebook library and reward system.

(18K)

Reading Stars: Books for Kids

Learning Games for Kids

Thousands of children's booksLexile® level-matched contentRead-to-Me mode with highlighting

This app offers thousands of engaging children's books, games, and daily rewards to help kids build reading skills and confidence. It features read-aloud narration, word highlighting, and comprehension quizzes, making learning fun and habit-forming.

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Learn to Read. Reading Games

Sight Words & Phonics for kids

Phonics lessonsInteractive storybooksEducational games

This app uses colorful games and activities to teach children phonics, ABCs, and reading skills. Designed by education experts, it adapts to each child's pace, making learning to read an enjoyable and confidence-building adventure.

(138)

Superfonik: Kids Learn to Read

Fun reading games & phonics

800+ words in 25+ gamesPhonics practice with sounder-outer toolOffline play without WiFi

This app makes learning to read fun and engaging for children through interactive games and phonics activities. It helps build vocabulary, practice reading skills, and boosts confidence, even for reluctant readers. Play offline and enjoy a safe, ad-free learning experience.

(799)

The #1 app for learning shapes

Shapes Toddler Preschool

Alphabet tracing (block & cursive)Uppercase and lowercase lettersNumbers 1-10

This app helps toddlers and preschoolers learn letters, numbers, and shapes through interactive tracing and spelling games. It offers progress tracking and engaging animations to make learning fun and effective for young children.

(2.5K)

Readability - Learn to Read

Reading Apps for Kids - AI

AI-powered voice recognition for reading practiceReal-time pronunciation correctionInteractive voice-based comprehension questions

This app uses AI-powered voice technology to provide personalized reading tutoring for children. It listens as kids read aloud, offers pronunciation correction, and assesses comprehension through interactive questions. The app also builds vocabulary and allows parents to track progress.

(24K)

Bedtime Stories: Learn To Read

Storytime Story Books for Kids

240+ stories including fables and fairy tales'Read By Myself' and 'Read For Me' modesInteractive animations and characters

This app offers a digital library of over 240 stories for children, including fables, fairy tales, and early reading books. It features interactive elements and two reading modes to enhance literacy and listening skills, making storytime an engaging learning experience for young children.

Reading Eggs - Learn to Read

(17K)

freemium

Reading & Math for Ages 2–13

Interactive reading gamesGuided reading lessonsOver 4,000 e-books

This program helps children aged 2-13 develop reading and math skills through interactive games, lessons, and e-books. It offers a comprehensive curriculum based on scientific research, designed by educators to foster phonics, comprehension, and numeracy.

(7.2K)

Early reading kids books - reading toddler games

by Kids Academy Co apps: Preschool & Kindergarten Learning Kids Games, Educational Books, Free Songs

Interactive children's booksProfessional voiceoversEducational songs and activities

This app provides a fun and educational experience for young children, focusing on early reading and language development. It features a collection of classic children's books, interactive stories with professional voiceovers and sound effects, and engaging songs and activities. The app is designed to boost vocabulary, cognitive skills, and a love for reading through a Montessori-inspired approach.

🎮 Games

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ABC,123,Emotions (Kids 2-5)

Endless Learning Academy

Interactive lessons for letters and numbersReading and phonics developmentMath and counting activities

This app offers interactive early learning lessons for children aged 2-6, covering letters, numbers, reading, math, emotions, and more. It features thousands of progressive modules and video lessons with adorable characters to make learning fun and engaging.

(1.7K)