Parent testimonials
“Now he volunteers to read aloud in class!"
— Lilia, mom of a 14-year-old
“My oldest jumped from a 1st to 3rd grade reading level in the first year with BuddyBooks."
— Latosha, mom of a 2nd and 5th grader
“I'm so proud of her - and now she asks to read with BuddyBooks!”
— Megan, mom of a 10-year-old
85%
of parents see improvement within the first month​
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What parents are seeing
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National Science Foundation funded innovation.
Award-winning
Why families trust BuddyBooks
94% faster
improvement in a child's reading
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What guided practice can do
How BuddyBooks Works
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Choose a book
Pick from a large library matched to your child’s interests and reading level.
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Buddy-read with BuddyBooks
Your child and the computer take turns reading, keeping practice active and manageable.
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See progress
Track reading time, fluency, and where your child may need extra support.
What reading with BuddyBooks looks like
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Alternating sentence-by-sentence reading
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Built-in support when your child struggles
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Parent dashboard to monitor progress
See BuddyBooks in action
Track progress over time
FAQ
BuddyBooks is designed for struggling readers in grades 2–12 and beyond. It is especially helpful for children who are behind in reading, have lost confidence, or need more supported practice to make steady progress.
What ages or grades is BuddyBooks best for?
For best results, we recommend about 20 minutes a day, 3 times per week. Consistent practice is what helps reading feel easier, builds confidence, and leads to stronger progress over time.
How often should my child use it?
Yes. BuddyBooks was designed for struggling readers, including many children with dyslexia and other reading challenges. For children with dyslexia, we recommend working with a dyslexia educational therapist or other qualified reading specialist, and using BuddyBooks as guided reading practice between lessons. This helps children get more consistent practice while reinforcing the skills they are learning.
Does it help struggling readers or dyslexia?
Usually not. Many children are able to use BuddyBooks on their own after getting started. That means your child gets structured reading support, without you having to be right beside them for every session.
Does my child need me sitting beside them every time?
Yes. You can cancel the monthly plan anytime. It’s an easy way to get started and see whether BuddyBooks is the right fit for your child.
Can I cancel anytime?
Less struggle at home
Reading becomes easier to start and easier to sustain.
More confidence
Small wins help your child feel more capable and willing to read.
Stronger reading skills
Supports growth in fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary.
Why parents like it