About ARC Bookshelf
About ARC Bookshelf
App Store
This easy-to-use app gives children the ability to read books from American Reading at Home, the award-winning, school-based program that has been teacher-vetted, parent-approved, and kid-tested in thousands of schools and homes across America.
PLEASE NOTE: Requires an American Reading at Home account (for individuals) or SchoolPace subscription (for schools).
Our books are specially designed for children learning to read at the Kindergarten and first-grade reading levels. The books work just like training wheels on a bicycle. A child will gain confidence by using books at the “just right” level of challenge; as he/she develops new skills, the “training wheels” are gradually removed. Because so much of the reading support is provided by the actual books, children can do much of the learning on their own. This provides the child with tremendous confidence and a sense of ownership of their own learning. It also makes learning to read fun and enjoyable!
The American Reading Company Leveling System is built on the national Common Core State Standards. The color-coded system makes it easy for kids to find books at their “just right” level of challenge:
Books in the app are organized by the first four reading levels:
• 1-3 Yellow books use the same sentence on each page except one word that changes to reflect the picture.
• 1 Green books use simple sentences, clear pictures, and the first 60 sight words.
• 2 Green books use simple sentences, clear pictures, and the first 120 sight words.
• 1 Blue books use 150 sight words and new words that can be figured out using words the reader already knows, (e.g., by knowing “all,” the reader can figure out “call” or “walls”).
PLEASE NOTE: Requires an American Reading at Home account (for individuals) or SchoolPace subscription (for schools).
Our books are specially designed for children learning to read at the Kindergarten and first-grade reading levels. The books work just like training wheels on a bicycle. A child will gain confidence by using books at the “just right” level of challenge; as he/she develops new skills, the “training wheels” are gradually removed. Because so much of the reading support is provided by the actual books, children can do much of the learning on their own. This provides the child with tremendous confidence and a sense of ownership of their own learning. It also makes learning to read fun and enjoyable!
The American Reading Company Leveling System is built on the national Common Core State Standards. The color-coded system makes it easy for kids to find books at their “just right” level of challenge:
Books in the app are organized by the first four reading levels:
• 1-3 Yellow books use the same sentence on each page except one word that changes to reflect the picture.
• 1 Green books use simple sentences, clear pictures, and the first 60 sight words.
• 2 Green books use simple sentences, clear pictures, and the first 120 sight words.
• 1 Blue books use 150 sight words and new words that can be figured out using words the reader already knows, (e.g., by knowing “all,” the reader can figure out “call” or “walls”).
Ratings & Reviews
Write a Review
Community
-
Expert
Reviewed by Kaylin on November 27, 2018
-
I wish there was an option to zoom
Apr 15, 2020 My 5 year old daughter has extremely low vision, therefore digital books are a great option for her. This app is enjoyable, and the effects are great - such as the realistic simulation of page turning. However, there is no way to pinch and zoom in on the words or pictures. She struggles immensely because of this, and she gets fatigued much faster than she would if she could see the words with more ease. I would be so grateful for an update that allowed for zooming in. Glasses do not help her, therefore this would give her much more independence to grow as a reader. more -
Easy to use
Dec 23, 2014 So far so good. The children like it. I wonder if there's a way to close the book without going to the end? -
App stopped working after latest update
Apr 19, 2020 Books do not load after you select them. The app closes and goes home. Please fix. -
There are some bugs with iOS 14
Sep 29, 2020 Sometime the page stocked in two page model. -
Nice update!
Apr 17, 2020 Nested collections have made it a lot easier to find what I needed! Great work! -
Wonderful Application for Kids in K-1st and even 2nd Grade
Jun 6, 2019 I have twins. They use this app constantly to gain reading skills. The books within this app help kids with retelling as well as practicing site words. The K level is very easy and allows them to immediately recognize the main topic as well as recognize certain syllables and other skills needed in the beginning stages of reading. My kids are currently at the highest level of the application due to going into second however they have used this app since Kinder and I have seen a load of difference in their abilities to read and comprehend a story within the app as well as with books at home. Enjoy! more -
Fantastic!
Aug 8, 2012 This app has quickly replaced the backpack of books we'd carry around for my daughter on long car rides. It's also the first thing we reach for at bedtime, she's only three but already knows how to open the app and find her favorite books! more -
Tap-to-Turn Now Optional!
Mar 15, 2014 Thank you, thank you, thank you for making tap-to-turn-the-page optional! Now my son can tap each word as he reads! -
such confidence!!!
Mar 17, 2013 after reading just the first book (1Y) my grandson was so proud of himself you could see him puff up with such confidence and was so excited that he was reading!!!
-
I wish there was an option to zoom
Apr 15, 2020 My 5 year old daughter has extremely low vision, therefore digital books are a great option for her. This app is enjoyable, and the effects are great - such as the realistic simulation of page turning. However, there is no way to pinch and zoom in on the words or pictures. She struggles immensely because of this, and she gets fatigued much faster than she would if she could see the words with more ease. I would be so grateful for an update that allowed for zooming in. Glasses do not help her, therefore this would give her much more independence to grow as a reader. more -
Easy to use
Dec 23, 2014 So far so good. The children like it. I wonder if there's a way to close the book without going to the end? -
App stopped working after latest update
Apr 19, 2020 Books do not load after you select them. The app closes and goes home. Please fix. -
There are some bugs with iOS 14
Sep 29, 2020 Sometime the page stocked in two page model. -
Nice update!
Apr 17, 2020 Nested collections have made it a lot easier to find what I needed! Great work! -
Wonderful Application for Kids in K-1st and even 2nd Grade
Jun 6, 2019 I have twins. They use this app constantly to gain reading skills. The books within this app help kids with retelling as well as practicing site words. The K level is very easy and allows them to immediately recognize the main topic as well as recognize certain syllables and other skills needed in the beginning stages of reading. My kids are currently at the highest level of the application due to going into second however they have used this app since Kinder and I have seen a load of difference in their abilities to read and comprehend a story within the app as well as with books at home. Enjoy! more -
Fantastic!
Aug 8, 2012 This app has quickly replaced the backpack of books we'd carry around for my daughter on long car rides. It's also the first thing we reach for at bedtime, she's only three but already knows how to open the app and find her favorite books! more -
Tap-to-Turn Now Optional!
Mar 15, 2014 Thank you, thank you, thank you for making tap-to-turn-the-page optional! Now my son can tap each word as he reads! -
such confidence!!!
Mar 17, 2013 after reading just the first book (1Y) my grandson was so proud of himself you could see him puff up with such confidence and was so excited that he was reading!!! -
Our favorite nighttime activity!
Apr 14, 2013 This is an incredible resource of just right books for my little one!
-
Ruend
Mar 25, 2021 How do you get more books on better levels -
Doesn't work
Apr 27, 2013 No way to know how to use this. I am assuming they are dodging the subscription issue and you must pay them online or through the mail so Apple does not take 30% of your money. Would be nice to know how to use as I was looking for rich nonfiction. more -
Terrible
May 30, 2013 You can't even log in I thought it would be great for my brain but it doesn't even let u read! This app doesn't even deserve one star! But you have to do at least 1 before u submit it! Don't get this app! -
Mr.
Feb 10, 2015 Please fix this latest version when it can resize to display full pages with vertical or horizontal view. My children can't read with partial pages.
No reviews available
-
Expert
- Introducing American Reading at Home: the award-winning school-based program that's teacher-vetted, parent-approved, and kid-tested all across America
- Specially designed for children learning to read at the kindergarten and first-grade reading levels, focusing on building crucial beginner skills
- Built on Common Core State Standards and color-coded so kids can easily find a book that's right on 'their level'
Reviewed by Kaylin on November 27, 2018
-
App stopped working after latest update
Apr 19, 2020 Books do not load after you select them. The app closes and goes home. Please fix. -
There are some bugs with iOS 14
Sep 29, 2020 Sometime the page stocked in two page model. -
Nice update!
Apr 17, 2020 Nested collections have made it a lot easier to find what I needed! Great work! -
Wonderful Application for Kids in K-1st and even 2nd Grade
Jun 6, 2019 I have twins. They use this app constantly to gain reading skills. The books within this app help kids with retelling as well as practicing site words. The K level is very easy and allows them to immediately recognize the main topic as well as recognize certain syllables and other skills needed in the beginning stages of reading. My kids are currently at the highest level of the application due to going into second however they have used this app since Kinder and I have seen a load of difference in their abilities to read and comprehend a story within the app as well as with books at home. Enjoy! more -
Fantastic!
Aug 8, 2012 This app has quickly replaced the backpack of books we'd carry around for my daughter on long car rides. It's also the first thing we reach for at bedtime, she's only three but already knows how to open the app and find her favorite books! more -
Tap-to-Turn Now Optional!
Mar 15, 2014 Thank you, thank you, thank you for making tap-to-turn-the-page optional! Now my son can tap each word as he reads! -
such confidence!!!
Mar 17, 2013 after reading just the first book (1Y) my grandson was so proud of himself you could see him puff up with such confidence and was so excited that he was reading!!! -
Our favorite nighttime activity!
Apr 14, 2013 This is an incredible resource of just right books for my little one! -
Great Books
Jul 15, 2013 Great books!! The graphics and pictures are great on my iPad. I love having multiple titles for lower level readers!!! -
Bookshelf is the best
Oct 6, 2018 I think bookshelf is a great way for ppl to read on there electronics even if they ain’t have books
-
Easy to use
Dec 23, 2014 So far so good. The children like it. I wonder if there's a way to close the book without going to the end? -
Okay
Apr 4, 2013 It's kind of confusing
-
I wish there was an option to zoom
Apr 15, 2020 My 5 year old daughter has extremely low vision, therefore digital books are a great option for her. This app is enjoyable, and the effects are great - such as the realistic simulation of page turning. However, there is no way to pinch and zoom in on the words or pictures. She struggles immensely because of this, and she gets fatigued much faster than she would if she could see the words with more ease. I would be so grateful for an update that allowed for zooming in. Glasses do not help her, therefore this would give her much more independence to grow as a reader. more
-
Mr.
Feb 10, 2015 Please fix this latest version when it can resize to display full pages with vertical or horizontal view. My children can't read with partial pages.
-
Ruend
Mar 25, 2021 How do you get more books on better levels -
Doesn't work
Apr 27, 2013 No way to know how to use this. I am assuming they are dodging the subscription issue and you must pay them online or through the mail so Apple does not take 30% of your money. Would be nice to know how to use as I was looking for rich nonfiction. more -
Terrible
May 30, 2013 You can't even log in I thought it would be great for my brain but it doesn't even let u read! This app doesn't even deserve one star! But you have to do at least 1 before u submit it! Don't get this app!
What’s Groovy
Hello, I love this app, I use it at my school but you need to add additional settings, like themes. Also I would like to see bookmarks for your books so you don’t loose track. Again I love this app, but it needs to be a little bit more perfected.
more
less
What’s Subpar
Listen I like this but it’s not a good app. When you start out you only get 6 books, SIX!! I am not a fan of this app because it has been the same thing since I was a little kid I was 3 when I had this and now I’m seven, I mean, this app is like the title of my ratting. It is stupid. I am NOT lying it is STUPID, STUPID, STUPID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I mean it.
more
less
Want more reviews? Sign up for free to get all-access!
As well as curated coupons daily to your inbox. Save up to 90% on Apps & Games.
We will never share or sell your data with third parties. You can opt out anytime.
- Introducing American Reading at Home: the award-winning school-based program that's teacher-vetted, parent-approved, and kid-tested all across America
- Specially designed for children learning to read at the kindergarten and first-grade reading levels, focusing on building crucial beginner skills
- Built on Common Core State Standards and color-coded so kids can easily find a book that's right on 'their level'
more