Best Reading Apps 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.

(65K)

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.

Learn phonics & reading skills

AI reading coachPersonalized 1:1 instructionLibrary of 700+ decodable books

This app uses advanced AI to act as a personalized reading coach for children. It listens, provides feedback, and guides young learners through a library of decodable books to build reading confidence and skills.

Amazon Kindle: Reading App

(2.8K)

subscription

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.

(5.8M)

Illustrated Library & Tales

Worldly: Books for Kids

Leveled books for K-12Adapted classicsOriginal fiction and nonfiction

This app offers a curated library of leveled books for K-12 students, including picture books, chapter books, adapted classics, original fiction, and nonfiction. New stories are added weekly, with content approved for safety and age-appropriateness. It aims to grow with your child's reading level.

Digital books for learning

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subscription

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)

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)

Stories and music for families

The Reading Bug

Award-winning audio content libraryMusical stories and factual deep divesBedtime stories for children

This app offers a curated audio experience for children, featuring musical stories, educational facts, and bedtime tales. Parents can manage content and connect membership accounts for exclusive features, providing a safe and imaginative alternative to screen time.

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Kids A-Z

by Lazel Inc.

Interactive space-themed learning portalStellar eBooks and educational activitiesQuizzes and progress monitoring

Explore an interactive, space-themed learning portal with eBooks and educational activities. Track progress from a command center dashboard. Designed for students in grades K-5, it offers a safe and engaging cosmic learning journey.

(6.6K)

Skybrary – Kids Books & Videos

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)

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.

Dr. Seuss Treasury Kids Books

(4.4M)

free

Interactive Books for Kids

Over 50 classic Dr. Seuss titlesHighlighted narration for read-alongTappable words and pictures for vocabulary

Explore a vast collection of interactive Dr. Seuss books with highlighted narration and tappable words for enhanced learning. Track reading progress with detailed reports. Enjoy a new book gift monthly, no subscription required for that specific offering, but a subscription is needed for full access.

(16K)

My Readologist

by My Readologist, LLC

Science-of-reading methodologySyllable-by-syllable learningInstant AI-powered feedback

This app uses a science-of-reading approach to teach children how to read. It offers a structured, syllable-by-syllable method with instant AI feedback across six interactive levels. It aims to build foundational reading skills and confidence for both beginning and struggling readers.

Digital Books for Kids 2-12

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)

Interactive Read-Aloud & Games

kids Story Galaxy

ZigZu: Phonics Reading Coach

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AI Reading Coach for Kids 4–8

AI-powered listening and feedbackPhonics-based word teachingIndian English pronunciation

This AI-powered reading coach listens to children read aloud, identifies missed words, and teaches them using phonics in Indian English. It adapts to each child's reading level, offering sticker rewards and daily streaks to encourage practice.

eBooks, audiobooks, and more

Vast digital libraryPersonalized recommendationsCustomizable reading/listening

Access a vast digital library of millions of eBooks, graphic novels, comics, manga, magazines, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized recommendations, customize your reading and listening experience, and sync content across all your devices. Share your favorite reads with friends and discover free titles.

(117K)