Best Free Reading Apps Toddlers

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)

Digital books for learning

Spark Reading for Kids

Age-appropriate books (grades 2-8)Interactive comprehension questionsListen and follow along feature

This app offers a digital library of age-appropriate books for children in grades 2-8 to improve reading skills. It features interactive comprehension questions, progress tracking, and stories aligned with school curricula. Users can listen to stories and follow along, making reading practice engaging and accessible.

(7.9K)

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.

Read, listen, discover.

Discover millions of books and audiobooksPersonalized recommendations and curated collectionsCustomizable reading experience (fonts, themes, spacing)

Discover, read, and listen to millions of books and audiobooks. Browse curated collections, personalized recommendations, and bestsellers. Customize your reading experience with various themes and settings, and set reading goals to build a habit. Share your library with family.

📚 Books

(86K)

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.

(66K)

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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Library audiobooks and ebooks

Libby, the library app

Borrow ebooks and audiobooksDownload for offline accessSend ebooks to Kindle

Access millions of free ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Borrow titles instantly with your library card, download for offline enjoyment, and enjoy a customizable reading and listening experience.

📚 Books

(4.4M)

free

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.

Teach Your Toddler to Read

(17K)

freemium

Endless Reading Apps for Kids

Spelling word puzzlesPronunciation for every wordHigh-quality pictures

This app helps toddlers learn to spell over 900 words through interactive letter puzzles and matching games. It associates words with high-quality pictures and professional pronunciation, preparing children for preschool and kindergarten with engaging, educational content.

(69)

Read-Along: Books For Kids App

Reading with Offline Stories

Read It Myself and Read To Me modesAuthentic finger-tracking simulationProfessional voice narration

This app helps children aged 2-11 improve their reading skills with interactive stories. It offers "Read It Myself" and "Read To Me" options, simulating traditional finger tracking for an authentic learning experience. The content is designed to be engaging and educational, with no distractions from ads or games.

(1.8K)

Learning games for toddlers.

Kids apps childrens girls boys

ABC puzzles for letter recognitionSpelling basic wordsMatching uppercase and lowercase letters

This app offers fun ABC puzzles and games for toddlers and preschoolers to learn letter names, shapes, and basic spelling. It provides a gentle introduction to early reading skills through interactive activities and positive reinforcement.

(246K)

Digital Books for Kids 2-12

ReadingIQ

Thousands of digital books for kids 2-12Aligns with reading ability and grade levelAward-winners and childhood classics

This app offers a vast digital library for children aged 2-12, featuring thousands of books from popular publishers and the ABCmouse library. It intelligently organizes titles by interest and reading level, providing a safe and engaging way for kids to develop reading skills anywhere, anytime.

(21K)

Kids Learn to Reach and Spell

First Words Sampler

Letter recognitionPhonics learningWord spelling

This educational tool helps toddlers and preschoolers learn letters, sounds, and spelling through interactive play. It features beautiful illustrations, engaging sounds, and a user-friendly interface designed for young children.

🎮 Games

(140)

free

Bob Books Reading Magic Lite

Learning to read with Phonics

Phonics-based learningInteractive drag-and-drop interfaceConnect letters and sounds

This interactive phonics game helps young children learn to read by connecting letters to sounds and sounding out simple words. It features beloved characters and animations to make the learning process engaging and successful.

YOMU - Family Reading Habits

(193)

free

Build reading habits together

Family profiles for parents and childrenIndependent reading time trackingDaily streaks and achievements

This app helps families build reading habits together by tracking independent reading, celebrating achievements, and tying them to family-created rewards. It allows for individual profiles for parents and children, fostering a shared reading experience and motivation from within the home.

Kindergarten Math & Reading

(52)

freemium

Toddlers, Preschool Learning

Complete learning plan for ages 1-5Over 500 preschool activitiesReading, writing, and math curriculum

This app offers a comprehensive curriculum for children aged 1-5, focusing on reading, writing, and math through engaging games, interactive books, and educational videos. It provides a safe, motivational learning environment with age-appropriate content and parental controls.

(843)

Interactive Reading Adventure

KRN2GO - Kids Read Now