# Bob Books Reading Magic #2 > Learn to Read with Phonics Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id437922992](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id437922992) ## Overview - **ID:** `id437922992` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Bob Books Publications LLC - **Category:** Education - **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (165 ratings) - **Version:** 3.2 - **Last updated:** 2022-10-11 - **First published:** 2011-05-22 - **Size:** 182 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-04 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bob-books-reading-magic-2/id437922992) - **Website:** [https://bobbooks.com](https://bobbooks.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://bobbooks.com/privacy-policy/](https://bobbooks.com/privacy-policy/) ## Description Bob Books Reading Magic #2 brings the popular stories and characters for early readers to life. Parents and educators have raved about Bob Books Reading Magic #1. Reading Magic #2 offers twelve new scenes and over 50 words! Bob Books Reading Magic #2 will show your child how to: -Make the connection between letters and sounds. -Sound out simple words. -Spell the words they’ve read. ************************************************************** Here's what reviewers have said about Bob Books Reading Magic: "Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic for iPad is an incredible app offering under the category Education... It's rare that I find an iPad book that is so full of value... If you have a young child learning to read and an iPad, you will not want to hesitate to download this title. I recommend it whole-heartedly!" --- Digital Storytime "Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic is an excellent introduction to phonics for young children... This app will grow with your learning child, and keep their interest as they read and re-read the sentences on each page." --- Common Sense Media "A fantastic tool for a pre- or early reader -- and a fun way to occupy your toddler during a doctor's visit." --- Infant Bibliophile "Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic is a top learning app for toddlers and for sure one of the best apps for toddlers and preschoolers to learn how to read." --- Fun Educational Apps "One of the best learning app for kids." --- Everything Mom "I'm not sure who is more excited to have this, me or [my kids]... I highly recommend adding this affordable download to your iTunes collection." --- Mundie Kids "It took [my son] no time at all to pick up on how it worked, and he’s definitely learning. The neat thing is, though, that he thinks he’s playing! I love that!" --- Heidi Strawser, Reviews & Reflections "This gets a 5 star, thumbs-up score!" --- My Little Patch of Sunshine "This app keeps the needs of its audience in mind. Without a doubt, we will be spending more time with Reading Magic." --- The Greasy Screen "Perfect for pre-schooler/early elementary readers." --- Cool Progeny "My favorite reading curriculum now has an iphone app!!! Yay Bob Books!!!" --- Quirky Momma ************************************************************** Bob Books respects your privacy! We do not collect, store, or share any personal information or location data. All our apps are ad free, without in-app purchases and are safe for young children. Read more at: http://bobbooks.com/privacy-policy We love getting feedback from our users. If you have questions or comments, please send them to info@bobbooks.com. For more information about Bob Books, visit https://bobbooks.com ## Rankings - #112,341 — Overall ## Review summary Overall, users praise Bob Books Reading Magic #2 as an effective, engaging tool for teaching kids to read, with four levels, interactive transitions, and appealing visuals. It supports parent–child learning and can suit diverse learners. However, glitches and, more notably, limited, repetitive content and a desire for more titles undermine the experience, especially given the premium price. ### Pros - Great reading app that's easy to follow and helps kids learn to read. - Four levels with level-based difficulty, quick transitions, and appealing visuals that keep kids engaged. - Uses letter sounds (not letter names) and promotes sounding out words, supporting effective learning. - Encourages parent–child reading time and works well for a range of learners, including children with Down syndrome. - Beautiful illustrations and an entertaining, educational experience for kids and parents. ### Cons - Pause glitches where the app freezes or requires restart/refresh during reading. - Content is limited and repetitive, with the same storyline presented in four modes, leading to boredom. - Not enough titles; users want more books (e.g., book #3, #4) and longer play sessions. - Premium price expectations not met due to limited content. - Short playtime; kids can finish the available content quickly, making it feel skimpy for a premium app. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Bob Books Reading Magic #1](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id405995002) — 4.60 / 5 - [Bob Books Reading Magic Lite](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id408873050) — 4.40 / 5 - [Bob Books Reading Sight Words](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id980639828) — 4.50 / 5 - [Bob Books Sight Words Lite](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1069454090) — 4.70 / 5 - [Bob Books Spin and Spell](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1176560483) — 4.60 / 5 - [ABC MAGIC PHONICS 2 Deluxe](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1052823521) — 4.30 / 5 - [ABC MAGIC PHONICS 2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id411576364) — 4.30 / 5 - [ABC Phonics & Reading for Kids](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6753677175) — 5.00 / 5 - [Reading Blubs: ABCs & Stories](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1523044077) — 4.50 / 5 - [2nd Grade Reading & Phonics](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6468936223) — 4.60 / 5 - [Kids Learn to Read](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1054345604) — 3.70 / 5 - [READING MAGIC-Learning to Read](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id416896853) — 4.60 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id437922992)