Reading Stars: Books for Kids

Reading Stars: Books for Kids

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Reading Stars: Build Confident Readers in Just 10 Minutes a Day

Transform screen time into a learning adventure with Lexile®-leveled stories from Cricket® Magazine and interactive rewards that make reading a habit kids love.

Publisher

IHUMAN ONLINE LIMITED

Category

Education

Downloads

47K+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

100

Locales

20

See the Magic of Reading

Discover the interface used by 47K+ users.

A chart mapping reading progress by age and Lexile levels in the Reading Stars app

A chart mapping reading progress by age and Lexile levels in the Reading Stars app

Reading Stars app interface displaying a wide variety of children's books and reading categories.

Reading Stars app interface displaying a wide variety of children's books and reading categories.

A collection of award winning children books curated by Cricket magazine in the Reading Stars app

A collection of award winning children books curated by Cricket magazine in the Reading Stars app

Interface of the Reading Stars app showing the Read-to-Me Mode with an illustrated comic book and narration features.

Interface of the Reading Stars app showing the Read-to-Me Mode with an illustrated comic book and narration features.

A pink cartoon character helps a child learn about sea life in the Reading Stars app

A pink cartoon character helps a child learn about sea life in the Reading Stars app

A vocabulary matching game for kids in the Reading Stars app

A vocabulary matching game for kids in the Reading Stars app

Reading Stars app showing a gamified city map where kids earn rewards for reading

Reading Stars app showing a gamified city map where kids earn rewards for reading

A showcase of new children's books added every month to the Reading Stars app library

A showcase of new children's books added every month to the Reading Stars app library

A smiling boy using the Reading Stars app on a tablet featuring ad free and eye comfort mode settings.

A smiling boy using the Reading Stars app on a tablet featuring ad free and eye comfort mode settings.

Empower Your Child's Reading Journey

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 47K+ users.

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Expert-Curated Library

Access thousands of high-quality stories and comics from the editors of Cricket® Magazine, ensuring every page is safe, engaging, and educational.

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Independent Reading Support

Our Read-to-Me mode with word-by-word highlighting builds phonics and vocabulary, allowing early readers to enjoy books confidently on their own.

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Rewards That Build Habits

Turn reading into a daily win. Kids earn stars for completing quizzes and word games to build their own Reading City, making 10 minutes of learning a joy.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 47K+ people who love this app.

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"Reading Stars has been a game-changer for our morning routine. As an educator, I love that the books are Lexile-leveled, ensuring my daughter is always challenged but never frustrated. The partnership with Cricket Magazine means the stories are actually high-quality literature, not just filler content."

Sarah M., Elementary Teacher & Mom
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"Finally, an app that isn't just mindless screen time! My 6-year-old is obsessed with building his 'Reading City,' and I love that I can trust him in a 100% ad-free environment. The 'Read-to-Me' mode is perfect for those nights when I'm working late but still want him to enjoy a great story."

David K., Parent of Two

About the app

Everything you need to know about Reading Stars: Books for Kids.

Description

Reading Stars is a fun, easy-to-use reading app that helps kids build skills and confidence—one story at a time. Created in partnership with the award-winning Cricket® magazine, Reading Stars offers thousands of engaging, Lexile® level-matched Children's Books in English, fun games, and daily rewards that turn reading into a habit that sticks. Whether it's a quick bedtime read or a longer story adventure, there's something for every reader. This isn't just another reading app—it's a journey through epic stories and unforgettable Children's Books. Read aloud or read along—the choice is theirs. With narration and word-by-word highlighting, even early readers can enjoy Children's Books independently. Perfect for bedtime, weekend learning, or storytime with family. WHAT KIDS GET FROM READING STARS - Learn in Just 10 Minutes a Day: Build strong reading habits, comprehension, phonics, and vocabulary—while keeping reading fun with Children's Books they'll love. - Read → Quiz → Reward: Game-like tasks and earned rewards make reading feel exciting and meaningful. - Confidence from the First Story: Books are matched to each child's level, curated by Cricket Magazine's expert editors. - Vocabulary That Lasts: Memory games, read aloud tools, and phonics support help kids master new words. AWARD-WINNING LIBRARY TO EXPLORE - Original stories, articles, poems, and comics—across science, art, history, and more. - Personalized suggestions based on age, level, and interests. - Special themed collections for holidays, trending topics, bedtime, and key milestones. - Perfect for all levels—kids always find Children's Books they love. DAILY READING IN 5 EASY STEPS - Story Spark – Questions spark curiosity and interest. - Read – Use read aloud or read along modes. - Quiz – Comprehension, vocabulary, phonics checks. - Play – Word games that reinforce learning. - Reward – Earn stars and build your own reading city! KEY FEATURES - Created with Cricket Magazine (Parents' Choice, NAPPA, Academics' Choice) - Structured with Lexile® for level matching - Read-to-Me mode with word-by-word highlighting - Guided paths or free exploration - Smart filters to build your Children's Books library - 100% ad-free, safe learning space - New Children's Books and bedtime stories monthly Our Mission Reading Stars was built to spark a love of reading in kids that lasts a lifetime. We believe real reading builds real confidence—and Reading Stars makes learning joyful and meaningful every day. Questions or feedback? Contact us anytime at readingstars@bekids.com SUBSCRIPTION: Once subscribed you can access all content and features of Reading Stars. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal in your Apple Account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.bekids.com/privacy/en/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://www.bekids.com/terms/en/terms.html

Latest Version

2.0.1

Size

319.2 MB

First Released

Jul 8, 2025

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Reading Stars: Books for Kids

What is Reading Stars: Books for Kids?

Reading Stars is an easy-to-use app for kids to build reading skills and confidence. It offers thousands of Lexile® level-matched books, fun games, and daily rewards to foster a reading habit.

Does Reading Stars: Books for Kids offer books for different reading levels?

Yes, Reading Stars offers Children's Books matched to Lexile® levels, suitable for various ages. For example, 3-4 year olds (Pre-K) are matched with 0-200L and 10+ year olds (Grade 4+) with 740L+.

How much time should children spend daily using Reading Stars: Books for Kids?

Children learn in just 10 minutes a day with Reading Stars. This daily engagement builds strong reading habits, comprehension, phonics, and vocabulary skills.

Does Reading Stars: Books for Kids include a read-to-me feature?

Yes, Reading Stars includes a Read-to-Me mode. This feature offers narration and word-by-word highlighting, enabling even early readers to enjoy Children's Books independently.

Is Reading Stars: Books for Kids ad-free?

Yes, Reading Stars is 100% ad-free, providing a safe and uninterrupted learning space for children.

Does Reading Stars: Books for Kids add new books regularly?

Yes, Reading Stars adds new Children's Books and bedtime stories monthly.

How can I manage my Reading Stars: Books for Kids subscription?

You manage your Reading Stars subscription and turn off automatic renewal in your Apple Account settings. Auto-renewal must be turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

Who curates the books in Reading Stars: Books for Kids?

Reading Stars content is created in partnership with the award-winning Cricket® magazine. Their expert editors curate books matched to each child's level.

How does Reading Stars: Books for Kids promote learning?

Reading Stars uses a "Read → Quiz → Reward" approach. It combines reading with game-like tasks, comprehension quizzes, and vocabulary games to reinforce learning and make reading exciting.

Does Reading Stars: Books for Kids have an eye comfort mode?

Yes, Reading Stars includes an "Eye Comfort Mode" feature. This option promotes a screen-smart and comfortable reading experience for children.