I still remember going through the practice sessions of the old Hooked on Phonics books as a child. My reading became 2000% better after going through the exercises (even though I was hella frustrated trying to learn how to pronounce certain words lol). It helped turn me into a prolific reader though, and I definitely wasn't embarrassed about reading in front of a classroom full of people anymore.
We haven't played with ABC mouse much - only at the library a few times, so I'm not sure I have a fair comparison :/ but I've seen wonderful results from HOP!
You could start the Pre-reader section as early as you want! I would suggest age 3. If your child doesn't yet know the letters of the alphabet and the sound each letter represents, then you would start with the Pre-reader section (my video about that: th-cam.com/video/0_6ntDfzVS8/w-d-xo.html). We start the Reader part of the app at age 5!
Can this be used for an adult who has trouble with sounding out words? Not simple words, but adult words like medications, words you’d read in college text books, etc.
Good question! This only goes up to a 2nd grade level, so you won't find examples of sounding out those higher education words. Medication names are especially tricky!
Absolutely! Even starting out on the beginning easy levels can help boost their confidence and then as they continue through, they will learn so much and become more fluent!
Used your link and we are trying the first month for free ! Should I get the extra pack right away ? How do you know when to use the packs ? I went with pre reader for my kindergartener since he is struggling with his letters and sounds .
Awesome!! Thank you so much!! I'm honestly not sure how quickly you will receive the practice pack! Hopefully soon! The practice pack has instructions on when to use it!
Did you ever find it? I was wondering about the lifetime subscription now, I've heard pricing around $15/monthly, so $80 for a lifetime is a great deal.
I haven't personally tried this with a child with your son's same experience, but have seen how well it helped my 4/5yos learn letter blends and I feel like sometime it's helpful to see those letter blends spelled out, so they can better understand how to pronounce the word more clearly. I would definitely say at least try it for 30 days and if you haven't seen an improvement within that timeframe, they will let you cancel your subscription and refund you (within 30 days). That way there's no risk on your part in trying it out!
I'm certainly not qualified to answer this question, but you could try reaching out to the company directly (contact form on their site) and ask! What's great about the trial month is it's only $1, so if it turns out to not be a a good fit for your child, then you're only out $1! I hope your child can still benefit from this program! You can also look into their physical books instead of using the app!
They are teaching things like "heart words," highlighting their vowels is called "spreading the butter or jam" (depending on the color of the highlighter), they sing a little song when recognizing double letters. I volunteer in my son's class and can see why he is having such a hard time. It's a time sink and distraction. He has expressed it is distracting.
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Who actually did Hooked on Phonics as a kid?? 🙋 The app is way cooler!!
I did! I learned to read young and felt so cool starting kindergarten and reading to the class
@@xdancinnicole Niiice!!! Aw that's awesome!!!
I did ! My grandma ordered for me to help me when I was struggling !
New subscriber too!
@@simplyraisingarrows7369 That's awesome! It's so different now! But even better!
I still remember going through the practice sessions of the old Hooked on Phonics books as a child. My reading became 2000% better after going through the exercises (even though I was hella frustrated trying to learn how to pronounce certain words lol). It helped turn me into a prolific reader though, and I definitely wasn't embarrassed about reading in front of a classroom full of people anymore.
That's amazing!! I feel like it's worked so well for me & my kids too!! Thanks for sharing your experience!
Me too! “A E I O U are vowels” plays in my head to this day 😅
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thanks for this sis great good on Explaining everything
I'm so glad it was helpful! Thanks! ☺️
Thank you for this video.
You are so welcome!! Thanks for the kind note!!
Is it good to help with a kid struggling with letters and sounds ? My son is kindergarten
The pre-reader part of the app is!!
Very helpful! Thank you!
I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you! ☺️
Would you recommend the Phonics app or ABC mouse ?
We haven't played with ABC mouse much - only at the library a few times, so I'm not sure I have a fair comparison :/ but I've seen wonderful results from HOP!
@@TheJohnsonCrew thank you for your answer. Appreciate it. 😊
what is the earliest age to start?
You could start the Pre-reader section as early as you want! I would suggest age 3. If your child doesn't yet know the letters of the alphabet and the sound each letter represents, then you would start with the Pre-reader section (my video about that: th-cam.com/video/0_6ntDfzVS8/w-d-xo.html). We start the Reader part of the app at age 5!
@@TheJohnsonCrew thank you!
Can this be used for an adult who has trouble with sounding out words?
Not simple words, but adult words like medications, words you’d read in college text books, etc.
Good question! This only goes up to a 2nd grade level, so you won't find examples of sounding out those higher education words. Medication names are especially tricky!
But maybe relearning the concept of phonics may teach you how to sound things out. The phonics breakdown.
@@ah3ll0 can you recommend a program or resource? Thank you.
Would you recommend Hooked on Phonics for a 1st grader who’s struggling a little?
Absolutely! Even starting out on the beginning easy levels can help boost their confidence and then as they continue through, they will learn so much and become more fluent!
@@TheJohnsonCrew thank you! I hopes this helps my baby become more comfortable/confident reading, and spelling.
Used your link and we are trying the first month for free ! Should I get the extra pack right away ? How do you know when to use the packs ? I went with pre reader for my kindergartener since he is struggling with his letters and sounds .
Awesome!! Thank you so much!! I'm honestly not sure how quickly you will receive the practice pack! Hopefully soon! The practice pack has instructions on when to use it!
Hi, I can’t seem to find the $80 life time subscription. Do you know if they still offer it? Thanks
Did you ever find it? I was wondering about the lifetime subscription now, I've heard pricing around $15/monthly, so $80 for a lifetime is a great deal.
My 4th grader has trouble reading because he has a speech problem he didnt start talking until he was 4 years old would you suggest hooked on phonics
I haven't personally tried this with a child with your son's same experience, but have seen how well it helped my 4/5yos learn letter blends and I feel like sometime it's helpful to see those letter blends spelled out, so they can better understand how to pronounce the word more clearly. I would definitely say at least try it for 30 days and if you haven't seen an improvement within that timeframe, they will let you cancel your subscription and refund you (within 30 days). That way there's no risk on your part in trying it out!
Can someone please tell me if this program works for special needs kids? Specifically with kids that suffer with auditory process disorder?
I'm certainly not qualified to answer this question, but you could try reaching out to the company directly (contact form on their site) and ask! What's great about the trial month is it's only $1, so if it turns out to not be a a good fit for your child, then you're only out $1! I hope your child can still benefit from this program! You can also look into their physical books instead of using the app!
Hi! New subscriber here! I so appreciate our Homeschool Momma Community!! 👏🏽💕
Thank you!! Me too!! :)
They are teaching things like "heart words," highlighting their vowels is called "spreading the butter or jam" (depending on the color of the highlighter), they sing a little song when recognizing double letters. I volunteer in my son's class and can see why he is having such a hard time. It's a time sink and distraction. He has expressed it is distracting.
Found a K version at value village. boxed version. The best 3$ I spent. We payed 50$ for the app, to use the book in it.
That's awesome you found the boxed version used for so cheap! SCORE!