Letter Sounds A to Z

Hi Courtney, thanks for your feedback! This app was mainly developed for our Pre-reading program when the tiles have not yet been introduced. We wanted to keep things simpler for little ones! As you mentioned though, it can be helpful as you work through the beginning lessons of AAR 1. I'll pass on your suggestion about making the vowels red--that's a good idea!

We appreciate your feedback! The The /r/ and /l/ sounds are especially difficult to capture on audio without a vowel sound before or after them. (The /er/ and /ul/ sounds are heard when these letters are at the ends of words, as in tire and file.) We recorded these sounds at least 100 times – no exaggeration! The professional voice talent very patiently tried different tones and lengths of the sound. When the sound was chopped off sooner, it was unintelligible. These are sounds that are more easily taught “live” in person. We recommend that parents use the sounds app as a tool to learn the sounds, and then work with their children to ensure that the child is saying the sounds correctly. If the child is using the app, you may want to demonstrate the /r/ and /l/ sound in person, and talk about how it changes slightly depending on whether it’s at the beginning or ending of a word. Our Letter Sounds A - Z app is designed to complement our All About Reading curriculum rather than being a standalone app. If you would like to learn more please visit https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-reading/

Thanks for your feedback! I'm sorry the sound wasn't correct. I checked on our system and the two sounds are distinct. It's possible that on your system or with your speakers, the sound wasn't clear. Some sounds difficult to catch on audio and are easier to teach in person when the student can see your mouth though.

Thanks for your feedback! We haven't heard this concern from others, and the sounds are correct. Perhaps the sounds are similar on your speakers and are difficult to distinguish? You might try the app on a different device to see if the sounds are clearer. Please feel free to contact us at support@allaboutlearningpress.com for more assistance.