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Check out our picks for the best reading apps around

Any modern-day parent will relate: today, the most effective way to calm your tantrum-throwing toddler is to hand him your phone. So why not make the most of it and hand them age-appropriate apps that are both educational and fun? Check out our picks for the best reading apps around
PlayTales
With quirky sounds, fun animation, and flipbook usability, this app offers three reading options: Autoplay, Read by Myself and Read to Me. Access over 200 titles, from classics like The Ugly Duckling and Sleeping Beauty to newer favourites like Popeye and Sesame Street, with new books added every week. The best part? You don't need the Internet!
iOS, Android, Free
Reading Raven
Kids will love learning to read if there's adventure involved! Fly-eating frogs, circus acrobats, snow monsters and space robots all come together for an engaging learn-to-read educational game that will help kids build a solid foundation for reading. Fully customisable by age or reading level, the app is best for ages 3-7 and uses fun sticker rewards to reinforce what was learnt.
iOS, $2.99
Read Me Stories
A new book everyday right at your fingertips - what better way to develop your child's love for books and a daily reading habit? With gorgeous illustrations, funny voices, and great storylines, you won't need to push your kids to read. They'll be after you!
iOS, Free
Tales2Go
Children must be good listeners before they can become great students, say this app's makers. Access over 5,000 audio book titles that cover the range from Curious George Rides A Bike to Diary of a Wimpy Ki. Free trial for 30 days, but after that, users will be prompted to subscribe for a fee.
iOS, Android, Free
Compiled by Karen Ann Monsy