I Say: Learn 500 Sight Words3.4 - App Store

Master 500 high-frequency words through play! I Say helps preschoolers and early readers build the instant recognition skills they need to read with speed and confidence. By focusing on the 500 words that make up 75% of children's literature, we turn "learning to read" into a rewarding game.

HOW IT WORKS
Using the digital "Word Wall" method, children internalize words through active scanning:
. Mini-lessons: Rounds of just 3 words prevent overwhelm.
. Scan and Find: Children match audio to text, building visual discrimination.
. Success Crowns: Reward accuracy! Words found on the first try earn a crown.
. Gentle Guidance: Missed a word? The app provides instant sound-and-spelling support.

TRACK PROGRESS WITH EASE
No more guessing. After every set, parents get a summary of:
. Mastery Tracking: Progress across Dolch, Fry, and Grade-Level lists.
. Smart Review: The app flags specific words for "Extra Practice," so you know where to focus.

WHY FAMILIES LOVE IT
. Interactive Loop: Hear it, find it, tap it.
. Calm Gameplay: Engaging without being over-stimulating.
. Encourages Accuracy: Promotes careful listening over fast clicking.
. Safety First: 100% ad-free.

The simple, effective way for kids to recognize common words instantly.

Version History Minor UI/UX improvements. 3.4 Jun 11 UI fixes to keep letters properly scaled on all devices, big and small. 3.3 Jun 4 A smoother sight word practice flow with clearer first-try feedback, gentle support after mistakes, and a
small crown to celebrate words found right away.

Parents now get a clearer progress view after each completed set, including Dolch, Fry, and grade-level
progress, plus Extra Practice Recommended notes for words that need more review. 3.2.1 May 11 A smoother sight word practice flow with clearer first-try feedback, gentle support after mistakes, and a
small crown to celebrate words found right away.

Parents now get a clearer progress view after each completed set, including Dolch, Fry, and grade-level
progress, plus Extra Practice Recommended notes for words that need more review. 3.2 May 8 A smoother sight word practice flow with clearer first-try feedback, gentle support after mistakes, and a
small crown to celebrate words found right away.

Parents now get a clearer progress view after each completed set, including Dolch, Fry, and grade-level
progress, plus Extra Practice Recommended notes for words that need more review. 3.1 May 2 This update introduces a redesigned learning experience in I Say.

We’ve simplified the core interaction to a clear and guided listen-and-find approach that is easier for young learners to follow, repeat, and enjoy.

What’s new:

- Hear the word, find the match, and tap to answer
- A calmer, more consistent interaction style for early readers
- Learning mode for new words and Practice mode for review
- Smoother progression to build confidence step by step
- Parent insights to quickly spot progress and tricky words
- Adjustable mastery goals to match each child’s pace
- A friendlier visual rhythm with words gently hopping in and out

This update keeps I Say playful while making practice clearer, more focused, and easier to sustain in everyday routines. 3.0 Mar 17 Minor user interface changes. 2.6 09/15/2023 - Added ability to track progress by word.
- UI and flow improvements 2.5 07/27/2020 Added a screen explaining how to play 2.4 03/30/2020 - Ability to select multiple word sets at a time
- Added word audios to be used as help instead of automated speech.
- Improved popping game 2.3 12/05/2019 Minor bug fixes 2.2 07/31/2019 - improved the letter popping game at the end each word set
- minor UI optimizations 2.1 02/09/2019 New features
- support for word to be read out whenever help is needed.
- support to indicate which words needed help
- 50 new words 2.0 10/04/2018 Minor bug fixes 1.1 09/19/2018 1.0 03/14/2018