Touch-type Read and Spell

Name: Touch-type Read and Spell
Rating: 3.3 (47 reviews)
Author: TOUCH-TYPE READ & SPELL LTD

TTRS - Learn typing

Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.

47 Ratings
Age Rating

4+
Years
Category

Education
Developer

TOUCH-TYPE READ & SPELL LTD
Language

EN
English
Size

217
MB

iPad

Please note in order to log in you need to have purchased a subscription to Touch-type Read and Spell. Learn to type in an easy and fun way! TTRS is an excellent touch-typing program on its own, with the added benefit of boosting reading and spelling skills. We offer a step-by-step touch-typing course that allows everyone to learn Keyboarding and enhance literacy skills at their own pace, via a series of bite-size modules and lessons. Improve spelling and reading skills in English with our dyslexia-friendly approach for children and adults. Measure progress and celebrate success as you build confidence in the workplace or classroom. The program is appropriate for children ages 6-7 through to adult learners. The TTRS iPad app is free for current course subscribers. **Important Notice** We recommend using a Bluetooth keyboard with the app. If you are having any technical issues, please email support@readandspell.com ----- TTRS enhances spelling, decoding, and sight-reading skills thanks to a multi-sensory approach grounded in phonics and based on the work of Orton-Gillingham. This makes it an appropriate solution for individuals who struggle with: dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), visual impairments, hearing impairments and stroke recovery.

Ratings & Reviews

3.3

out of 5

47 Ratings

Great fit for my Dyslexic kiddo!
04/09/2021

Tammy Lynn Wagner
I knew that the typing program I used for my non-Dyslexic kiddo would not work for my son, who has moderate to severe, double-deficit Dyslexia. Most programs go too fast, too soon, for him, and the words used would make it inaccessible to him as well—never mind the anxiety that the timed test would give.While I do not believe that TTRS lives up to its claim to “teach spelling,” it does reinforce what he is learning during our Orton-Gillingham lessons, aiding in the orthographic mapping process. (We use the Barton Reading & Spelling System, and I have listed the way its progression corresponds to TTRS on my public Facebook page: Light Bulb Moments Tutoring.)I love the repetition, multi-sensory input (including visual and auditory cues), and ease of use. My son is able to do this independently and with great success.The price was a bit off-putting, but we purchased it at a discounted price during a holiday sale. My 10-year-old son has been doing 4 lessons per day, 4 days per week, which should allow him to complete the program during our 1-year subscription. (He should be finishing Barton Level 5 by then, making most words in TTRS accessible to him as well.)We did have some technical difficulties at first, but customer service was very thorough and helpful. (I had not realized that there was an iPad app, so we were using the online version in Safari, which was not the best option.)
Great fit for my Dyslexic kiddo!
04/09/2021

Tammy Lynn Wagner

I knew that the typing program I used for my non-Dyslexic kiddo would not work for my son, who has moderate to severe, double-deficit Dyslexia. Most programs go too fast, too soon, for him, and the words used would make it inaccessible to him as well—never mind the anxiety that the timed test would give.While I do not believe that TTRS lives up to its claim to “teach spelling,” it does reinforce what he is learning during our Orton-Gillingham lessons, aiding in the orthographic mapping process. (We use the Barton Reading & Spelling System, and I have listed the way its progression corresponds to TTRS on my public Facebook page: Light Bulb Moments Tutoring.)I love the repetition, multi-sensory input (including visual and auditory cues), and ease of use. My son is able to do this independently and with great success.The price was a bit off-putting, but we purchased it at a discounted price during a holiday sale. My 10-year-old son has been doing 4 lessons per day, 4 days per week, which should allow him to complete the program during our 1-year subscription. (He should be finishing Barton Level 5 by then, making most words in TTRS accessible to him as well.)We did have some technical difficulties at first, but customer service was very thorough and helpful. (I had not realized that there was an iPad app, so we were using the online version in Safari, which was not the best option.)
Cannot log into app; contacting company accomplishes nothing
12/08/2022

Shelly2011
I signed up for TTRS and haven’t had a problem logging into the web based version. However, I decided to download the app as well, and that is where my problems began. Every time I try to log in, I am greeted with the error: “The data couldn’t be read because it is not in the correct format.” I use the same info from keychain for the web and app, and can log in on the former, but not the latter. Clicking on “trouble logging on,” only sends me an email with instructions on changing my password, which I’ve done several times, to no avail. I finally decided to contact the company for help, explaining my issue to them, and have only received more emails directing me to change my password 🤦🏽‍♀️ One even went ahead and changed my password for me, which, surprise surprise, worked on the web, but not in the app. So, at this point, the app is dead to me, and I’ll be uninstalling and will just have my kids use the web version. Just wanted anyone else who is having the same problem know that they are not alone and that no help will be forthcoming.

Developer Response
We are sorry to hear that you had this issue, which has since been fixed. Please contact us at support@readandspell.com to restart your subscription.
Cannot log into app; contacting company accomplishes nothing
12/08/2022

Shelly2011

I signed up for TTRS and haven’t had a problem logging into the web based version. However, I decided to download the app as well, and that is where my problems began. Every time I try to log in, I am greeted with the error: “The data couldn’t be read because it is not in the correct format.” I use the same info from keychain for the web and app, and can log in on the former, but not the latter. Clicking on “trouble logging on,” only sends me an email with instructions on changing my password, which I’ve done several times, to no avail. I finally decided to contact the company for help, explaining my issue to them, and have only received more emails directing me to change my password 🤦🏽‍♀️ One even went ahead and changed my password for me, which, surprise surprise, worked on the web, but not in the app. So, at this point, the app is dead to me, and I’ll be uninstalling and will just have my kids use the web version. Just wanted anyone else who is having the same problem know that they are not alone and that no help will be forthcoming.
Developer Response 05/21/2023
We are sorry to hear that you had this issue, which has since been fixed. Please contact us at support@readandspell.com to restart your subscription.
TTRS and Dyslexia/Dysgraphia
05/29/2021

Eeasagpag
This app is easy to use for my 9 year old, he has dyslexia and dysgraphia, this program is helping him with both he repeats words, so he memorize and he is learning where the letters of the keyboard are, for him is becoming easy the keyboard. Some times he practice for 5 minutes or he can practice for 15, that’s another reason he can do it without problems, he knows the modules are shorts, so far the app has been working and my kid is happy to practice.
TTRS and Dyslexia/Dysgraphia
05/29/2021

Eeasagpag

This app is easy to use for my 9 year old, he has dyslexia and dysgraphia, this program is helping him with both he repeats words, so he memorize and he is learning where the letters of the keyboard are, for him is becoming easy the keyboard. Some times he practice for 5 minutes or he can practice for 15, that’s another reason he can do it without problems, he knows the modules are shorts, so far the app has been working and my kid is happy to practice.
Easy to use, short lessons
05/13/2020

cdiorns
I appreciate the short modules. We homeschool using the Charlotte Mason philosophy, which emphasizes complete attention, and short modules help develop this habit of attention. I am not yet seeing an improvement in spelling, but I didn’t really buy the app for that purpose. We use Barton and I wanted a typing program that would be complementary to our dyslexia remediation program. This fits that bill perfectly.
Easy to use, short lessons
05/13/2020

cdiorns

I appreciate the short modules. We homeschool using the Charlotte Mason philosophy, which emphasizes complete attention, and short modules help develop this habit of attention. I am not yet seeing an improvement in spelling, but I didn’t really buy the app for that purpose. We use Barton and I wanted a typing program that would be complementary to our dyslexia remediation program. This fits that bill perfectly.

Thank you for using Touch-type Read and Spell! What’s new in this version: - Adjust the size of the keyboard and typing area for a more comfortable experience - Preview content before you start typing - General improvements and bug fixes For questions or support, please contact support@readandspell.com.

Version 3.5.2 3h ago

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Seller: TOUCH-TYPE READ & SPELL LTD
Size: 217 MB
Category: Education
Compatibility: Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.

iPad
Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.

Mac
Requires macOS 14.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.

Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Languages: English
Age Rating: 4+

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Ratings & Reviews

Great fit for my Dyslexic kiddo!

Cannot log into app; contacting company accomplishes nothing

TTRS and Dyslexia/Dysgraphia

Easy to use, short lessons

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