Otter Can Read Helps Your Child Learn Reading
Our program makes learning to read a joyful adventure for children below 8 years old! It is fun, engaging, and helps build confidence — no wonder thousands of parents love it.
Children get to explore phonics, math, science, reading, and new words, all in one place.
We Make Reading Consistent, Daily and Affordable
Most children’s learn-to-read programs are expensive and only held once a week. Weekly sessions don’t provide enough practice for young learners. Our expertly crafted video lessons make learning fun, effective, and budget-friendly — and kids can practice reading daily at their own pace !
Children don’t just practice reading at their own pace — they get to read and reread their favourite stories over and over again! Repetition might sound simple and monotonous, but it’s one of the most powerful ways for kids to learn, build confidence, and make knowledge stick for life.
Why Choose Otter Can Read?
Created By Experts & No Ads
Created by educators with PhD, MA and Linguistics majors following years of research.
There are no ads in our program. It’s a safe, genuine app for kids — created by educators and parents. Hence, we understand.
Engaging Video Lessons
Fun, engaging book video lessons filled with colourful characters and stories kids can’t get enough of. Features vibrant characters and exciting stories that capture their imaginations.
Affordable Price
We’re committed to providing excellent programs at a price everyone can afford. One price for unlimited daily reading practice – fun, easy, and affordable. Kids love it, parents too.
What Parents Are Saying
Engaging, Educational, and Perfect for Busy Parents
“As a busy parent, I love that the program keeps my child engaged while learning to read. It’s the perfect mix of fun and education.” – Sarah, Parent
Amazing Progress in Just Weeks, and Affordable Too!
“My 5-year-old has made so much progress in just a few weeks. It’s affordable and really works.” – Fatimah, Parent
My 4-Year-Old is Reading!
“My 4-year-old loves the videos and is now reading simple books on her own!” – Amanda, Parent
From Chore to Joy
“Learning to read used to feel like a chore. Now my kids look forward to story time thanks to the colourful videos and characters!” – Sarah, Parent
Can Read To Us Now
“Within two months, my son’s confidence improved so much. He can read the stories to us now.” – Evelyn, Parent
Affordable, fun, and truly effective
“Affordable, fun, and truly effective. Otter Can Read has been the best learn reading tool we’ve ever tried.” – Emma, Parent
Real Progress In Weeks
“As a parent of a child with dyslexia, mild learning difficulty, I was amazed at how effective the lessons were. I could see real progress in weeks.” – Olivia, Parent
About Otter Can Read
At Otter Can Read Singapore, we’re passionate about making reading fun, effective, and accessible for every child. Our mission is to help kids build strong reading skills through engaging, high-quality video lessons — designed to be both educational and affordable for families everywhere.
Our program is built on over 15 years of research and fieldwork in early literacy development. Created by a team of expert educators — including PhD holders, Master’s degree professionals, and Linguistics majors — our lessons are grounded in proven methods that make learning to read joyful and natural.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to become a confident reader. That’s why we’ve combined the power of storytelling, colourful characters, and interactive learning to create a program kids love — and parents trust.
About The Founder & The Team
The founder of Otter Can Read is, first and foremost, a caring Singaporean parent. His daughter has dyslexia, a learning difficulty that makes reading, spelling, and remembering things — like math calculations or word spellings — very challenging. She often forgets what she just learned, which means she needs a lot of repetition and practice.
Seeing this, he devoted his time to helping her. He would sit with her, patiently guiding her through lessons again and again. But he realised something important: his daughter needed a way to revisit and relearn at her own pace, anytime she wanted.
That’s when the idea for Otter Can Read was born—an app that lets children read and reread, learn and relearn, until knowledge truly sticks. Over time, after seeing many children benefit from the program, the team realised something important: repetition isn’t just for children with learning difficulties — it’s valuable for all kids. With consistent practice, every child can build confidence, strengthen memory, master new skills, and eventually learn to read — paving the way for success in life.
Frequently Asked Questions
💬 What age is this App for?
✅ OtterCanRead is recommended for children aged below 8 years old.
💬 What device do I need to use Otter Can Read?
✅ One will need internet access and a device such as a tablet, laptop, desktop, or smartphone.
💬 Parents ask:” We always just let the kids watch YouTube (YT), so isn’t that ok?”
Here’s why as Youtube has :
🚫 Inappropriate content – children can easily be watching violent, sexual, or disturbing videos, even just scrolling around.
🚫 Too many ads – games, toys, junk food, and products that aren’t age-appropriate keep showing. Even with a YT subscription, inappropriate contents are still recommending.
🚫 Clickbait thumbnails – scary or misleading images trick children into watching aren’t age-appropriate content.
💬 Parents ask:”YouTube says YouTube Kids can be for children, isn’t it?”
🚫 YouTube Kids isn’t the answer – we don’t just listen, we see what’s in YT kids. Pranks, disturbing scenes that teach kids the wrong lessons. Many parents are already raising major concerns.
👍Want proof? Please browse the video to see the scenes in YT kids, click 👉 : “The Dangers of YouTube Kids”
💬 What makes Otter Can Read better?
✅ All contents are fun and educational – kids learn phonics, math, science, reading, and new words with OtterCanRead.
✅ Zero ads – 100% safe and distraction-free, built by educators and parents. We are parents too, hence we understand.
✅ Approved content – approved and developed by PhD, MA and Linguistics majors following years of research.
✅ Wholesome content – no pranks, no disturbing scenes — 95% of contents are book videos, the rest are animated story videos.
💬 Is Otter Can Read better than classroom learn-to-read tuition lessons?
OtterCanRead should complement classroom lessons. Why?
✅With OtterCanRead, kids can practice reading daily. Classroom lessons are usually once a week.
✅With OtterCanRead, lessons are much more affordable, so kids can keep learning for longer, even without classroom lessons.
💬 How is Otter Can Read giving back?
✅Supporting and sponsoring reading programs in orphanages so no child is left behind.
✅Sponsoring children in need with reading programs so that we can share the gift of reading.
✅Bringing the joy of reading to children from all walks of life — because every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and dream.
💬 At what age are children typically able to read?
It can vary widely depending on individual development and exposure to language. That’s why early exposure is important. Here’s a rough breakdown:
✅ Ages 1–4: Begin recognising letters, understanding that print carries meaning, and developing sounds in words.
✅ Ages 4–5: Start recognising simple words, letters, and their sounds; can follow along with familiar stories.
✅ Ages 5–6: Many children begin reading simple sentences and short books independently.
✅ Ages 6–9: Most children can read with more fluency, understand basic punctuation, and start comprehension.
Early reading skills are strongly influenced by practice, exposure to books, and self-paced learning, so programs like OtterCanRead can help children reach these milestones more confidently and earlier.
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