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Inspire a love of learning through phonics.

Whether you’re a teacher, family member, tutor, or childcare professional, you can have a positive impact on a child’s life. One of the most extraordinary gifts a child ever receives is the ability to read and write.

Although literacy doesn’t come naturally to humans, it’s an essential part of our everyday lives. Explicit, effective, and encouraging phonics instruction is vital to creating a more literate world.  Explore the trusted resources, articles, and reviews from phonics.org to instill a love of learning in someone you care about.

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Literacy Development & Phonics for English Language Learners

English Language Learners (ELLs) face unique challenges when developing literacy skills in a new...

ABC Spelling Magic App Review

Preschool University Takes On Spelling Practice Read more literacy app reviews on phonics.org to...

mom and her 3 year old playing educational game

Phonics for 3-Year-Olds

Parents play one of the most significant roles in a child’s early literacy development....

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Reading Magic App 1 – Learning to Read Review

A Closer Look at Preschool University Want to read honest, expert reviews on literacy...

Phonics.org: The Ultimate List of Phonics App Reviews 

The Phonics.org team is dedicated to helping parents and teachers navigate the many different...

mom and child playing literacy game

Hairy Letters App Review

“Hairies” Helping Kids Learn to Read! Curious how the most popular literacy apps measure...

young girl writing with a crayon

When Do Children Start Writing Sentences?

Learning how to write is a gradual process for children. If you’re a parent...

girl playing Chimp Fu Syllables App on tablet

Chimp Fu Syllables: App Review

Chopping Chimp Champions Syllable Division Phonics.org literacy experts regularly review literacy apps on their...

young girl learning her abc's on a tablet

ABC Kids: Tracing & Phonics App Review

A Well-Made App That Needs Improvement in Literacy Fundamentals  Find valuable insights and informed...

Basic Transcription Skills in Spelling and Writing

Transcription skills are a big part of a child’s journey into literacy, playing a...

Literacy Development & Phonics for English Language Learners

Literacy Development & Phonics for English Language Learners

English Language Learners (ELLs) face unique challenges when developing literacy skills in a new language. The type of phonics instruction provided to ELL students plays a crucial role in their…

ABC Spelling Magic App Review

ABC Spelling Magic App Review

Preschool University Takes On Spelling Practice Read more literacy app reviews on phonics.org to make informed choices about your child’s education.  Continue reading to learn more about the ABC Spelling…

Phonics for 3-Year-Olds

Phonics for 3-Year-Olds

Parents play one of the most significant roles in a child’s early literacy development. At the age of three, many children are ready to begin exploring the foundations of reading…

Reading Magic App 1 – Learning to Read Review

Reading Magic App 1 – Learning to Read Review

A Closer Look at Preschool University Want to read honest, expert reviews on literacy apps? Check out the Phonics.org library where our literacy experts share their insights!  In this article,…

Phonics.org: The Ultimate List of Phonics App Reviews 

Phonics.org: The Ultimate List of Phonics App Reviews 

The Phonics.org team is dedicated to helping parents and teachers navigate the many different phonics apps and programs for kids. Our literacy experts review and rate the popular programs available…

Hairy Letters App Review

Hairy Letters App Review

“Hairies” Helping Kids Learn to Read! Curious how the most popular literacy apps measure up? Check out our latest review of the Hairy Letters app and browse the complete list…

When Do Children Start Writing Sentences?

When Do Children Start Writing Sentences?

Learning how to write is a gradual process for children. If you’re a parent of a young student who’s learning phonics, you might wonder if their writing progress is on…

Chimp Fu Syllables: App Review

Chimp Fu Syllables: App Review

Chopping Chimp Champions Syllable Division Phonics.org literacy experts regularly review literacy apps on their usability, learner engagement, and quality of literacy instruction. Check out this review where we go over…

ABC Kids: Tracing & Phonics App Review

ABC Kids: Tracing & Phonics App Review

A Well-Made App That Needs Improvement in Literacy Fundamentals  Find valuable insights and informed opinions on other literacy apps at phonics.org.  Continue reading to learn more about the quality of…

Basic Transcription Skills in Spelling and Writing

Basic Transcription Skills in Spelling and Writing

Transcription skills are a big part of a child’s journey into literacy, playing a crucial role in both reading and writing development. As parents and educators, understanding these skills can…