What age(s) is Hooked on Phonics suitable for?
Hooked on Phonics is a powerful program for children approximately ages 3-8; from those who are just starting to learn letter names and letter sounds (approximately Pre-KÂ or age…
read moreWhat if my child is struggling to read?
If your older child (2nd grade and above) is reading below a 2nd grad level, it’s important to make sure that they have fundamental reading skills in order to…
read moreIn what ways has the Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read program been updated from the original program?
The updated Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read program aligns with the most current Common Core Standards for Reading Foundational Skills for Kindergarten through Second Grade, including:
Concepts of Print
Phonological…
Is Hooked on Phonics compatible with my child’s school curriculum?
It’s always a great idea to talk with your child’s teacher about how you are using Hooked on Phonics with your family. Most teachers are thrilled to hear children…
read moreDoes it teach English?
The Learn to Read program was not designed for English language learners, since one must be fluent in English to identify images by their English names in order to…
read moreDoes my child need to know the alphabet?
Both the App + Practice Packs and Learn to Read Boxed Kits start at the Pre-Reader level, introducing letter names and letter sounds as a foundation for reading, so…
read moreDoes Hooked on Phonics work for children with learning disabilities?
Hooked on Phonics was not designed specifically for children with learning disabilities, yet we hear from many families that it has been an effective tool for teaching children with…
read moreWhat is the research behind Hooked on Phonics?
The Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read program uses systematic instruction and multi-sensory materials to help children learn to read. The instructional approach and techniques are based on current…
read moreDoes the Hooked on Phonics Reading Pro app align with Common Core State Standards?
Yes. The Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read App systematically teaches the following Common Core Reading Foundational Skills for Kindergarten:
Concepts of Print
Phonological awareness
Letter-Sound Correspondence
High Frequency word recognition