Your Child Reads.
We Listen.
Other apps read to your child. KidShelf actually listens as they read aloud—providing real-time feedback, tracking every word, and building real reading skills.
Why Most Reading Apps Don't Work
There's a fundamental difference between being read TO and learning to read
Other Reading Apps
Passive entertainment disguised as learning
- ✗ App reads TO child—no active practice
- ✗ No feedback on pronunciation or accuracy
- ✗ Can't identify struggling words or sounds
- ✗ Progress based on videos watched, not skills gained
- ✗ Kids feel like they're learning, but aren't
KidShelf
Active reading with real-time feedback
- ✓ Child reads aloud—AI listens and responds
- ✓ Instant feedback on every word spoken
- ✓ Tracks 16 speech patterns like a professional SLP
- ✓ Progress based on actual reading accuracy
- ✓ Builds real decoding skills through practice
The difference? KidShelf treats reading like a skill to be practiced, not a show to be watched.
How KidShelf Works
Real-time speech recognition meets personalized learning
Choose a Story
Browse stories by reading level (beginner to advanced) or age group. Download for offline reading anywhere.
Read Aloud
Your child reads the story out loud. Our AI listens in real-time and highlights each word as it's recognized.
Get Instant Feedback
Correct words turn green. Struggling? Tap any word to hear pronunciation and see syllable breakdowns.
Track Progress
See detailed analytics: accuracy rates, struggling words, speech patterns, vocabulary mastery, and more.
Features That Set Us Apart
Everything you need for your child to become a confident reader
Real-Time Speech Recognition
Our AI listens as your child reads, matching words with configurable sensitivity. Works with accents, speech patterns, and developing pronunciation.
Core FeatureSLP-Grade Speech Analysis
Track 16 clinical speech patterns used by Speech-Language Pathologists: R-sounds, L-sounds, TH, S-blends, and more. Identify challenges early.
Unique to KidShelfVoice Calibration
Calibrate the app to your child's unique voice. Adjust sensitivity so recognition works perfectly for them.
Per-Sound Leniency
Struggling with R-sounds? The app gives extra leniency for challenging sounds while still tracking improvement.
Works 100% Offline
Speech recognition runs entirely on your device. No internet needed. No data leaves your phone. Privacy-first design.
Multi-Child Profiles
Each child gets their own profile with individual progress tracking, avatar, and personalized settings.
XP & Level System
Earn XP for reading. Level up from "Beginner Reader" to "Reading Champion". Earn badges and build streaks.
Vocabulary Mastery
Track every word your child encounters. See mastery levels (0-5) and practice struggling words with targeted exercises.
Tap-to-Hear
Tap any word to hear pronunciation, see syllable breakdown, and get dictionary definitions. Learn new words naturally.
Stars & Achievements
Earn 0-3 stars based on accuracy. Collect 8 achievement badges. Maintain reading streaks with daily rewards.
Practice Mode
220+ practice words organized by sound pattern. Focus on specific challenges with targeted training sessions.
Works on Any Device
Available on iOS and Android. Phones and tablets. Progress syncs across all devices in your family.
Speech Pattern Analysis
Clinical-grade tracking that helps identify challenges early
KidShelf tracks 16 speech patterns used by professional Speech-Language Pathologists. This isn't just reading practice—it's a diagnostic tool that helps you understand your child's speech development.
Consonant Sounds
- R R-sounds (rabbit, car)
- L L-sounds (love, ball)
- TH TH-sounds (think, the)
- S S-sounds (sun, bus)
- SH SH-sounds (ship, fish)
- CH CH-sounds (chair, match)
Blends & Clusters
- S-BL S-blends (stop, spin)
- L-BL L-blends (play, blue)
- R-BL R-blends (tree, green)
- FC Final consonants
- CR Cluster reduction
Substitution Detection
We detect common sound substitutions like:
Sample Speech Report
How We Compare
See why KidShelf is fundamentally different
| Feature | KidShelf | Other Apps |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Child reads aloud, app listens | App reads to child (passive) |
| Real-time speech recognition | ✓ Word-by-word matching | ✗ Not available |
| Speech pattern analysis | ✓ 16 SLP patterns | ✗ Not available |
| Voice calibration | ✓ Per-child tuning | ✗ Not available |
| Offline speech recognition | ✓ On-device AI | ✗ Internet required |
| Pronunciation training | ✓ 220+ practice words | ✗ Not available |
| Substitution detection | ✓ R→W, TH→F, etc. | ✗ Not available |
| Per-sound leniency | ✓ Adjusts per child | ✗ Not available |
| Vocabulary mastery tracking | ✓ 0-5 levels per word | Limited |
| Multi-child profiles | ✓ Individual tracking | Limited |
| XP/Level gamification | ✓ Full system | Basic |
| Read-to-me narration | TTS (text-to-speech) | ✓ Professional |
| Library size | Growing | ✓ 1,000+ |
The key difference: Other apps are entertainment. KidShelf is a learning tool. We don't just read stories—we help children become readers.
Perfect For
Busy Parents
Can't always sit and listen? KidShelf is a patient reading companion that's always available. Get detailed reports on your child's progress.
Homeschool Families
Track reading progress with detailed analytics. See exactly which words and sounds need work. Multi-child profiles for siblings.
Children with Speech Challenges
SLP-grade pattern tracking identifies challenges early. Per-sound leniency prevents frustration while still tracking improvement.
Tutors & Reading Specialists
Use detailed speech analytics to supplement instruction. Track progress across sessions. Identify specific areas needing attention.
Start Your Child's Reading Journey
Download KidShelf free. No subscription required to start reading.
