# ReadingBuddy: Read Aloud Books

> #1 Picture Books Library and Reading Teacher for Children and Toddlers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imagiration.readingteacher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imagiration.readingteacher)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.imagiration.readingteacher`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ImagiRation LLC
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 226,234
- **Rating:** 3.98 / 5 (506 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-29
- **First published:** 2023-07-03
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 181 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imagiration.readingteacher)
- **Website:** [http://imagiration.com/](http://imagiration.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://imagiration.com/privacy-policy/](http://imagiration.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

ReadingBuddy is a prize-winning Chrome extension designed to nurture reading skills in children aged 2 to 12. It offers an extensive library of picture books, fairy tales like The Three Little Pigs and Cinderella, rhyming books to teach concepts such as colors, numbers, and animals, as well as interactive books focused on science and cooking for older kids.

The app reads books aloud with synchronized word highlighting and immersive sound effects that enhance understanding. With multiple illustration styles and various reading speeds, ReadingBuddy supports beginner and advanced readers alike without ads or requiring registration. Special needs children benefit from tailored rhymebooks that prepare them for daily activities. Backed by scientific studies, ReadingBuddy accelerates language and math skill development through engaging and interactive storytelling.

## Rankings

- #149,796 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`

## Review summary

Users praise ReadingBuddy for its ad-free model, effectiveness in teaching early reading, and engaging, colorful library of stories. It is seen as kid- and parent-friendly with clear narration. However, multiple reviews report stability problems such as freezing or not functioning, which disrupt reading sessions. Overall, content and learning potential are strong when the app runs smoothly, but reliability needs improvement.

### Pros

- Ad-free experience with no ads and no monthly payments
- Effective for teaching early reading; improves reading with clear, pleasant narration
- Beautiful, large collection of stories that kids enjoy; colorful visuals
- Kid-friendly and parent-friendly; well-received by children and parents

### Cons

- Stability and reliability issues (app freezes, not functioning, crashes)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imagiration.readingteacher)