# Learn to Read - Reading.com

> Phonics & Reading App for Kids

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1534938305](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1534938305)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1534938305`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Teaching.com
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (71,038 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.12.45
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-21
- **First published:** 2021-12-14
- **Size:** 252 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/learn-to-read-reading-com/id1534938305)
- **Website:** [https://reading.com](https://reading.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.reading.com/privacy-policy](http://www.reading.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Reading.com** is a research-backed phonics and reading app for children ages 3–8, designed for parents and children to learn together. Fully scripted, step-by-step lessons help kids progress from letter recognition and sounds to blends, digraphs, spelling, and confident reading.

The app includes 120 phonics lessons, 84 interactive decodable storybooks, 42 educational videos, five reading games, and printable offline activities. Short 15–20 minute sessions support learning at each child’s pace, while family profiles, ad-free access, and independent play make it easy to build consistent reading skills at home.

## Rankings

- #4,851 — Overall
- #5 — The Best Apps for Kids’ Storytime
- #50 — come
- #82 — reader

## Review summary

Reviewers praise a structured, progressive reading program that teaches phonics and blending, boosts confidence, and keeps kids engaged through games and rewards. However, stability issues, limited content, and the subscription pricing are the most commonly cited drawbacks.

### Pros

- Structured, progressive phonics and blending lessons that help kids learn to sound out and read.
- Improves confidence and motivation; kids go from struggling to reading with confidence.
- Engaging, interactive games and rewards keep kids interested and reinforce lessons.
- Short, bite-sized daily lessons (~10 minutes) that fit homeschooling and busy schedules.
- Works well for homeschooling and supports classroom learning, with visible progress across ages 4-7.

### Cons

- Stability issues: app freezes and occasionally runs slowly, interrupting sessions.
- Not enough content: program ends after a limited number of lessons; users want more levels.
- Subscription-based pricing: recurring cost can feel expensive; users want a one-time purchase option or longer access without renewals.

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