READY! for Kindergarten stands as the premier school readiness program, crafted by The Children's Reading Foundation specifically for children aged 2 to 5, or older children needing assistance with core skills.
The READY! for Kindergarten app equips parents to ready their children for academic success through engaging, interactive gameplay. Each game focuses on developing a particular core skill, designed to be replayed numerous times since repetition fosters optimal learning in young children within supportive environments.
Access detailed insights into each game’s educational objective by touching the "i" icon located in the lower-right corner beside every game icon.
While your child plays, the app tracks progress and uploads data to the reports section, offering a comparative analysis of your child’s development against peers of similar ages across the U.S., enabling targeted reinforcement where needed.
For toddlers and preschoolers, the app’s activities cover singing the ABC song, recognizing letters, understanding phonics, building vocabulary, counting to 30, and identifying emotions.
Central to the READY! program are 26 Age-Level Targets—research-backed, measurable competencies essential for a typical 5-year-old entering kindergarten. Developed collaboratively by early childhood specialists alongside families, scientists, and educators over seven years, these benchmarks ensure comprehensive preparation.
In 2013, READY! for Kindergarten earned recognition as one of District Administration Magazine’s Top 100 Programs.
Explore our video resources to understand the school readiness gap better and discover actionable steps to support your child’s journey. Learn more at www.readyforkindergarten.org.
What's New in Version 2.2.10 (Last Updated: August 10, 2024)
- Enhanced splash screen
- Minor text adjustments
- Survey option removed from side menu
