Monster ABC - Learning for Preschoolers 2.1

In 2013, Monster ABC received notable recognition, earning the GIGA-Maus award from German ELTERN family magazine as the "Best Learning Game" in the category for children aged 4 to 6 years. It also was honored as one of the "Best Children Apps" for that year in the "Pre-School Apps" category.

The app has achieved the distinction of being the top-ranked educational application for children in the German App Store.

Designed to engage young learners, Monster ABC employs amusing monsters to transform the process of learning letters into an enjoyable experience. It is particularly suitable for children beginning their school journey or those eager to start learning letters early.

The English version of Monster ABC continues this tradition, offering an engaging platform for literacy development through interactive gameplay.

The app introduces children to the concept of initial sounds— the first sounds of words—using clear audio-visual interactions that make learning both effective and entertaining. Children learn to identify initial sounds and associate them with corresponding letters, a foundational skill in early literacy.

Features include:

• Learning letters based on initial sounds
• Engaging audio-visual interactions
• Words and letters are pronounced upon tapping
• Child-friendly spoken feedback
• Versions available in both English and German
• British accent pronunciation for English content
• Motivating reward system to encourage progress
• Lovingly handcrafted illustrations and humorous sounds
• Introduction to characters such as Max, Bob, Sally, and others
• Gradually increasing difficulty levels
• A comprehensive initial-sound table available for free download from the official website

How does Monster ABC facilitate literacy skills?

The app supports children in learning letters and their associated sounds through an engaging matching game involving pictures representing words. When children correctly match a picture with its initial sound and corresponding letter, they experience a sense of achievement that reinforces their learning. Interactive visualizations and sounds are tailored to meet children's developmental needs, making each step intuitive and enjoyable.

A free initial-sound table, including visual aids and phonetic correspondences from Monster ABC, is accessible via the Wonderkind website: https://s3.amazonaws.com/wk-anlaute/wonderkind_initial_sound_table.pdf

The development of Monster ABC involved collaboration with educators, parents, and children, ensuring that pedagogical and linguistic best practices were incorporated into its design.

Support information:

The application has been thoroughly tested across all iOS devices. Should you encounter any issues, please understand that support cannot be provided through reviews. We kindly ask you to contact our Support Team via email for prompt assistance. Thank you for your understanding.