Raising a li’l reader is not that difficult in today’s times. But getting them the right books is! Reading on the go- is a reality nowadays thanks to the digital wave we are all witnessing. Instead of carrying tons of books and worrying about the excess weight when travelling, just download some of your child’s favourite books and you are set! Why just think Kindle when we talk about e-books? There is a whole world of reading apps on iOS and Android- and it gets down to a question of sifting through the list and picking the best.
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Bookmark this article, as we tell you the best 5 online reading apps in the market you need to know to raise your little bookworm. And the best part- they are all free!
1. MeeGeniusÂ
What this app does:Â This app is winning the hearts of parents all over and it just had to feature in this list. This free app has around 800 titles in its kitty- some free and some paid. But the read-aloud feature is a big hit with the kids, we must say. With 8 different types of narration, your kid will just find it irresistible to put down this app. The app also lets parents put in their suggestions for their child’s favourite titles, in case it isn’t already there. Try it today!
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2. FarfariaÂ
What this app does:Â Another whole world of books, Farfaria helps take your kids to the faraway lands of imagination and joy! Supports in-app purchases, but you can settle for 1 book a day for free. The books, more than 700 so far, are spread out in a map and helps parents make the right choice.
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3. Read to Kids by Worldreader
What this app does:Â Worldreader, in partnership with Pearson and Project Literacy, launched the Read to Kids program in over 150 schools in South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) area that are using this app to know the impact of digital technology in reviving reading habits among people. Get access to Indian authors and publishers and exciting books in English and Hindi.
Download now: Android
4. Read-Along BooksÂ
What this app does:Â Great stories, lovely narration and customisable- according to your child’s reading level. After they are done with the stories- you can get to test their comprehension with simple questions. And not just that- they have memory games to help improve your child’s memory as well. A great travel companion.
Download now: AndroidÂ
5. PlayStory
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What this app does:Â Not just reading, there is a lot more your kids can learn with this app. Encyclopaedias to help your kids be a step ahead, games, puzzles, fairy tales and lots more in one app. With focus on topics such as the human anatomy and space, this app will not just engage but educate as well.
Download now: Android
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