We recommend getting started in the App right away and jumping into the corresponding Practice Pack when your intro order arrives (in 7-14 business days).
Get the App
Download the Hooked on Phonics App to your mobile device or Chromebook laptop by visiting the app store on your device, searching for the App and then installing it. Or, by selecting the app store associated with your device software: HERE
Once the App is installed on your device, open it, select Home, then Yes, log me in
Login with your subscription email address and the temporary password that was provided at checkout (or in your confirmation email)
If you did not add a learner at checkout, you'll be prompted to add one when you sign into your account for the first time
If needed, view our tips for troubleshooting: HERE
How it works
Our App + Practice Pack program follows a Learn/Practice/Read/Celebrate approach: Learn in the App, practice with interactive activities in the App and workbooks, read the physical storybooks (& eBooks), then celebrate success with rewards, stickers, and certificates. In your workbooks, you'll see headers that match each of these phases in the top corner.
We recommend starting in the App and completing each lesson there (one learning objective, such as the letter 'a' or words ending in '-at') before completing the corresponding lesson/learning objective in the workbook. When you come to the pages that prompt you to "Read", you and your Pre-Reader will read the book together, or your child will read it independently if they're in the Learn to Read section.
Alternatively, take a more hands-on approach by working through the activities in the workbook with your child first, then visit the App for reinforcement and added fun. There is no right or wrong way to teach your child how to read - you know your child best!
Sit with your child for a session ranging between 10-15 minutes at first to gauge how much content they're able to work through in one sitting, as you'll want to fit your session length to your child's attention span. It's okay to work with the App one day and the corresponding lesson in your workbook the next. Take your time and review the content as many times as needed, or follow the suggested tips in the workbook for incorporating off-the-page activities for additional practice.
We're also happy to provide extra tips and suggestions for enhancing your home learning experience with Hooked on Phonics. Simply submit a request below or chat with our team.
View our detailed Get Started Guide (includes photos): HERE