Designed for learners in grades K-2, Trilo Spelling is a phonics-based spelling game. The phonics sequence that is followed in the game is short vowels, consonant diagraphs, FLoSS rule, and beginning and ending consonant blends. With over 250 words included in the game, learners expand their vocabulary while studying phonics. There are five levels of play, progressing from simpler concepts such as short vowels to more challenging concepts like ending consonant blends.

Website: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1125819478

What Users Love About the App

“I was a pre/school and Kindergarten teacher for many years. I am always looking for games for my grands that encourage reading and spelling growth. Games that are fun and encouraging. This one does all that and more so glad to have found it!”

“My kindergartener loves this game! This morning I caught him playing this on the iPad versus watching a show. I’m always looking for ways to compliment what he is learning in school and this app does just that :)”

“This app is fantastic. My 4 and 7 year old love playing it and as a parent I really value that it is a game where they are learning at the same time.”

“I was so happy to be introduced to Tri-Lo Spelling. Knowledge of the CVC syllables, FLoSS words, and initial and final blends are just a few of the skills honed in these interactive games.”

“This is an excellent app for advanced preschoolers and all K-3 students. Students are entertained by earning puzzle pieces as they complete the spelling activities and it is easy for parents to choose a level for their child that corresponds to to their abilities.”

What Users Dislike About the App

“At first I gave the app a lower score thinking there was a bug since I almost never got any sound in the app. It turns out it was user error. If the phone is set on silent mode the game will not have any sound.”

“Out of all cutesy characters out there, why monster/ghost/freaky-one-eye mummy? Why risk it with kids? Otherwise it’s a great app, but since she won’t play it anymore out of fear, it became a useless app now.”

“The problem I am having, is there is no sound! It is really bad because we have to guess what different pictures are about before the time runs out. I deleted the app and tried downloading it again but it still doesn’t work.”