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Welcome to Phonics.org

You want to find phonics activities that are fun, engaging, and backed by evidence so your kids can achieve their full potential. Whether you teach in a classroom or support your child’s learning at home, a proven instructional program is crucial to their literacy development.

But with countless apps and programs online, it isn’t easy to know which ones are the most effective (or worth the money).

That’s why we’re here!

Our team of educators and literacy experts review the top phonics programs so you can make an informed choice. Every week, we release a new review plus fresh articles that explore the science, teaching, news, history, and excitement of phonics education.

Ready to help your kids become lifelong learners?

Ready to help your kids become lifelong learners?

Recent Reviews

Accessible Literacy Learning (ALL) App Review

Accessible Literacy Learning (ALL) App Review

Empowering Nonverbal Learners with Phonics and Reading Skills Are you curious about other literacy apps that may be a good match for your child? Check out additional expert reviews at…

Sound Beginnings App Review

Sound Beginnings App Review

A Simple Approach to Phoneme Isolation Check out the other articles at phonics.org to see how other literacy apps measure up.  Continue reading this article to learn more about the…

Read With Phonics Games – App Review

Read With Phonics Games – App Review

A Simple and Playful Phonics Experience There are tons of phonics reviews at phonics.org! Check them out to become more informed about educational options for your student or child.  Continue…

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Featured Articles

How to Become a Phonics Tutor

How to Become a Phonics Tutor

Are you passionate about helping children learn to read? Whether you’re a parent who has successfully guided your children through their literacy journey or an educator looking to expand your…

Silent Letters and Tricky Words

Silent Letters and Tricky Words

Picture this: Your young reader is confidently sounding out words when they encounter “knife” for the first time. They try their best: “k-n-if-ee?” The confusion on their face is familiar…

The Connection Between Movement and Phonics Learning

The Connection Between Movement and Phonics Learning

When young children learn letter sounds through movement – jumping as they say /j/, reaching high for /t/, or bending low for /d/ – they’re not just having fun. They’re…