is one that aligns with the science of reading by specifically teaching phonics. That’s no surprise to us. Because that’s exactly how Hooked on Phonics has been helping kids learn to read for more than 35 years.


More than 5 million families have used Hooked on Phonics expertly developed reading and phonics program to help their children learn to read.

Helping kids become strong readers can boost their confidence in school and at home. Start them off in the right place by answering a few simple questions.

The best reading program is one kids want to do. Parents tell us that their kids don’t want to stop “playing” Hooked on Phonics games. Children have fun. Their parents see results.

We teach reading the right way! Our reading program is grounded in the 5 pillars of reading, with structured lessons that build skills from the very first sound.
Designed by education experts, our phonics lessons are organized as easy-to-understand steps that build on each other to guide children to learn to read.

Games, songs, and videos in the App make practice fun! Additional activities in the workbooks—shipped monthly—will encourage reading comprehension and fluency.

Custom-written storybooks focusing on the words your child is learning to read help them apply their newly-acquired skills.

Reading a book is a big deal! Celebrate milestones with in-App rewards and star stickers and a completion certificate in each workbook.

of brain development is complete by age 5.
Children’s brains are approximately 90% developed by their fifth birthday, laying the foundation for future learning and growth. (1)
of kids enter school unprepared.
About 37% of children today enter kindergarten without the skills necessary to begin their learning journey. (2)
have learning losses that last a lifetime.
In a study of nearly 4,000 students, almost one in six who could not read proficiently in third grade did not graduate high school by age 19. (3)

Your subscription also includes our Hooked on Spelling and Hooked on Math programs!
Not only is Hooked on Phonics the longest-loved reading program for kids, it also helps build their skills in other areas. Spelling is a key part of literacy. And while math might seem unrelated, research shows that math skills promote reading—and strong reading skills can help with math. (Word problems, anyone?)

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