Both the App + Practice Packs and Learn to Read Boxed Kits start at the Pre-Reader level, introducing letter names and their associated sounds; therefore, your child can begin the program with no prior knowledge of the alphabet. Fun songs, simple stories, and practice activities will solidify your child’s skills in recognizing letters and their sounds as they master the alphabet.
Depending on the child, with consistent use (15-20 minutes per day 5-7 days/week), grown-ups can expect their child at the Pre-Reader level to demonstrate improvement in pre-reading skills such as rhyming, identifying letters, recognizing letter sounds, etc. Actual reading instruction isn't introduced until the Learn to Read section of our program, which is about 5 months into the subscription journey.
See our suggestions for Hooked on Phonics storybook time: HERE