Starfall It's Fun to Read

This application, called "It's Fun to Read," offers a variety of activities and games for children to explore different genres and topics. By engaging in activities such as learning about artists and musicians, creating a magician, reading poetry, and solving riddles, children can expand their reading vocabulary, comprehension, and world knowledge. The app also focuses on developing a basic understanding of letter-sound relationships, which is essential for reading. One of the main features of this app is the demonstration of the joy of reading through various techniques such as rhyme, alliteration, spelling patterns, and word play. These techniques not only make reading more enjoyable, but also help children develop their reading skills. Additionally, the app includes a read-aloud feature that models fluent reading, with options to adjust the intonation, expression, inflection, and rate. Users can also choose to disable this feature once their child is able to read independently. The app includes different sections, such as Art Gallery, Magic, Music, Poetry, Tongue Twisters, and Bird Riddles, which are all taken from the Starfall website. This provides a wide range of activities for children to explore and learn from. The AutoRead feature is also available in all of these sections, allowing children to practice their reading skills in different contexts. Overall, "It's Fun to Read" is a comprehensive and interactive app that aims to make reading enjoyable and educational for children. With its focus on developing reading skills and expanding knowledge through various activities and genres, this app is a valuable tool for young readers.