A storybook valley at golden hour with a leafy arch, a wooden bridge over a sparkling river and a treehouse on the hill.

Parent-guided phonics · ages 4–7

Learning to read without the stress. So much fun they’ll beg for one more lesson.

The all-in-one reading curriculum where every lesson is an adventure. Children learn phonics, practice writing, and read stories as they explore magical worlds and discover the wonder of reading for themselves. Less frustration, more “I can do it!”

  • $9.99/month
  • Up to 3 kids
  • Cancel anytime

How it works

Built the way kids actually learn to read.

No guessing from pictures, no memorizing word lists. Just clear, step-by-step phonics that turns letters into sounds, sounds into words, and words into stories.

  1. Sounds first

    Children meet a few letters at a time and learn the sound each one makes, starting with easy-to-stretch sounds like m, a and s.

  2. Then blending

    A finger slides under the letters and the sounds glide together. That’s the moment “s… a… t” clicks into sat.

  3. Then real stories

    Every story only uses sounds your child has already learned, so the first book they read is one they can actually read.

Handwriting practice is woven in, so children write the same letters they’re learning to read.

A smiling boy in yellow overalls sits on a little wooden bench under a big tree at sunset.

Made for side by side

The best reading lessons happen on the couch, together.

Reading Adventure Worlds is designed for a grown-up and a child to use together. You get a short, friendly script right on the screen: what to say, what to listen for, and one tap to mark how it went.

Your child only sees what a new reader needs: big letters, pictures, and a fox friend cheering them on.

  • No teaching degree needed
  • Short lessons that fit a young attention span
  • A separate profile and progress for each child

The journey

From first sound to first story.

Each world is a path of short stops. Your child can always see where they are and what comes next.

Meet the sounds

Your child learns what each letter says, a few at a time, with playful practice that makes every new sound stick.

Try a lesson moment

Slide the lantern. Hear the word appear.

This is the sound track your child uses in every blending lesson. Drag the glowing lantern under the letters, slowly, just like a finger would.

  • Green sounds stretch. You can hold them: sss, aaa.
  • Berry sounds are quick: t!
s a t

Drag the lantern →

The first reading world: an arch of vines, a greenhouse dome, a wooden bridge and a treehouse along a winding path.

Every lesson is a place to explore.

Tap a glowing spot to see what happens there.

Pricing

One simple plan for the whole family.

Family Plan

$9.99/ month

Up to 3 kids, each with their own profile

Reserve your family’s spot

Cancel anytime · 14-day money-back guarantee

  • Step-by-step phonics lessons
  • Finger-tracking sound tracks for blending
  • Decodable stories matched to what your child knows
  • Handwriting and letter-tracing practice
  • Printable practice sheets
  • On-screen scripts and progress for grown-ups
  • Works on iPad, tablets and computers

Florida scholarship families: we’re in the process of becoming an approved Step Up For Students vendor. Every purchase comes with an itemized receipt from Crown Oak Learning LLC for your records. See the FAQ for details.

Questions

Good questions from grown-ups.

Still wondering about something? Send us a note.

What ages is it for?

Children ages 4 to 7 who are just starting out, including kids who don’t know any letter sounds yet. Lessons begin at the very first sound and build from there.

Do I need any teaching experience?

No. Every step shows a short script for the grown-up: what to say, what to listen for, and how to help if your child gets stuck. If you can sit beside your child for a few minutes, you can do this.

How long is each lesson?

Short. Lessons are built for young attention spans, and progress saves as you go, so you can stop whenever your child is ready for a break.

What devices does it work on?

It runs in a modern web browser on iPads, Android tablets, Chromebooks and computers. A tablet in landscape on the couch is our favorite setup.

Can I use Step Up For Students (PEP / FES) funds?

We’re in the process of becoming an approved vendor with Step Up For Students. Until approval is confirmed, you can purchase directly and keep your itemized receipt. We’ll update this page as soon as approval is final. Reimbursement decisions are always made by Step Up For Students.

Can I cancel? What’s the refund policy?

Cancel anytime and keep access through the end of your billing month. If it’s not right for your family in the first 14 days, email us for a full refund. See our refund policy.

What about my child’s privacy?

The account belongs to the parent. Children don’t need an email address, we never show ads, and we never sell data. Read our privacy policy.

Ready for the very first sound?

Grab a cozy spot and a few minutes together. The fox is waiting at the trailhead.

Start your adventure