Best Free Reading Games

220 Dolch sight words94 additional nouns6 educational games

This educational app helps young children aged 2-7 learn essential sight words through six engaging games. Developed with educational specialists, it covers the Dolch list and common nouns, preparing preschoolers and early elementary students for reading success.

(68K)

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.

(59K)

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PBS KIDS Games

280+ curriculum-based educational gamesFeatures favorite PBS KIDS charactersAvailable in English and Spanish

Explore over 280 free educational games designed for children ages 2-8, featuring beloved PBS KIDS characters. These kid-tested games cover subjects like math, reading, and science, promoting early learning and STEM skills in a safe, engaging environment.

Reading Eggs - Learn to Read

(371K)

free

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.

(6.8K)

Learn to Read - Duolingo ABC

Interactive Stories for Kids

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.

Sight Words & Phonics Reading

(148)

free

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.

Library audiobooks and ebooks

(24K)

subscription

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

(4.1M)

free

Wonster Words Learning Games

Educational Reading Skills App

Phonics-based learningInteractive puzzles and mini-gamesLetter-sound relationship practice

This educational app uses interactive games and puzzles to teach children foundational literacy skills. It focuses on phonics, letter-sound relationships, and spelling patterns through a fun, play-based approach rooted in reading science.

(30K)

Trace Letters & Sight Words

Handwriting ◉ Ready for School

Letter and word tracing with animationsDevelops handwriting skillsEnhances phonics and early reading

This app helps young children learn to trace and write letters, the alphabet, and sight words. It uses engaging animations and sounds to develop handwriting, phonics, and early reading skills, making it ideal for home or classroom use.

(1.9K)

First Grade Learning Games

Math & Reading App for Kids

24 engaging learning gamesMath curriculum alignmentReading and spelling practice

This app offers a comprehensive learning experience for first graders with 24 engaging games covering math, reading, spelling, and science. Designed with input from educators, it uses colorful visuals and audio to make learning fun and effective for children aged 5-8.

(47K)

HOMER: Fun Learning For Kids

Reading, Math & Phonics Games

Personalized learning journeyThousands of interactive games and lessonsEngaging stories and characters

This app offers expert-designed, playful learning experiences for children aged 2-8. It features personalized lessons and interactive games across reading, math, creativity, and social-emotional development to build confidence for school and life.

(25K)

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)

Smart Tales ® Learning Games

Reading, Writing, STEM & Math

Interactive educational gamesAward-winning storiesMath skills development

This app offers over 2500 interactive educational games and stories for children aged 2-11. It covers reading, writing, STEM, and math, with a focus on personalized learning paths and inclusivity for all learners, including neurodivergent children. Parents can monitor progress and set limits.

(18K)

Reading Apps for Kids

Learning Games 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.

SplashLearn Fun Learning Games

(17K)

freemium

Maths & Reading Games For Kids

Curriculum-aligned math and reading lessonsInteractive learning games and activitiesPersonalized learning paths

This app offers curriculum-aligned math and reading lessons for children aged 2-11 through interactive games, books, and activities. It adapts to each child's learning level, providing personalized support and challenges to build foundational skills and confidence.

(32K)

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.

TinyTap: Kids' Learning Games

(518K)

freemium

Reading, ABCs & Math for kids

250,000+ interactive learning gamesPersonalized game recommendationsContent curated by teachers and therapists

This app offers a vast collection of interactive learning games for toddlers and preschoolers, created by educators. It provides a safe, ad-free environment with personalized recommendations and a gamified learning plan to help children reach developmental milestones at their own pace. Parents can track their child's progress through a dedicated dashboard.