# Learn to Read - Phonics ABC

> Learn to Read & Save the Animals, Phonics method of teaching reading in English

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.cleverbit.LearnToRead](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.cleverbit.LearnToRead)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.cleverbit.LearnToRead`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CLEVERBIT
- **Category:** GAME\_EDUCATIONAL
- **Downloads:** 496,419
- **Rating:** 4.33 / 5 (932 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.6.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-26
- **First published:** 2017-08-18
- **Publisher country:** CY
- **Size:** 66 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.cleverbit.LearnToRead)
- **Website:** [https://cleverbit.net/learn-to-read/](https://cleverbit.net/learn-to-read/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://cleverbit.net/en/privacy-policy.htm](http://cleverbit.net/en/privacy-policy.htm)

## Description

**Learn to Read & Save the Animals** is an engaging Montessori educational game designed to teach children aged 3 to 7 how to read English using the proven phonics method. Players help rescue animals frozen by the Snow Queen by learning English letters and forming words, reinforcing pronunciation and reading skills naturally.

The game offers a simple interface suited for preschoolers and early elementary students. With 16 levels of difficulty, children progress from 2-letter words to more complex ones, learning the natural sounds of English letters within words rather than isolated alphabet sounds. This immersive experience makes reading fun and effective, supporting early literacy through interactive quizzes and gameplay.

## Rankings

- #100,723 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `net.cleverbit.LearnToRead.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Overall, reviews praise Learn to Read for its simplicity, educational value, and engaging visuals. Parents report it’s easy for children to pick up and progress from simple to more challenging words, helping with early reading skills. The app is frequently described as highly educational and one of the best tools in this space, with bright graphics and an enjoyable experience. Some users point out a recurring issue with pricing: the Play Pass listing vs in‑app purchases can be confusing. A few critiques touch on minor phonics accuracy in a single game, but the positive feedback dominates.

### Pros

- Easy and simple for kids to use
- Highly educational and helps children learn to read
- Progression from simple to more difficult words
- Bright, clear graphics and visuals
- Frequently described as one of the best apps to teach reading

### Cons

- Pricing and in-app purchase flow is confusing when the app is listed on Play Pass (front-end purchase option vs Play Pass)

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