BookSprite
More ways for children to enjoy books
Help your child access every story on the shelf.
BookSprite reads physical children’s books aloud, helping young readers follow the story as they turn each page—no tapping between pages.
How it works
From printed page to narrated story in three simple steps.
Set up
Position your phone above the open book so its camera can see both pages.
Turn the page
BookSprite detects page turns automatically and recognizes the new words.
Listen
Keep your hands on the book—not the phone—and follow the narration together.
Benefits for young readers
Open a book. Hear the story. Follow along.
BookSprite gives children more opportunities to spend time with physical books, whether they are reading with an adult or exploring a story on their own.
- Hear richer language. Stories give children more opportunities to hear the varied words and sentence structures found in books.
- Enjoy books independently. Children can listen and turn the pages when an adult is not available to read aloud.
- Access every story. Narration helps children who are still learning to read, or who find printed words difficult to decode, follow along.
Simple plans for every reader
Start free. Upgrade through the app when your family wants more storytime.
Free
$0
Try BookSprite with no subscription.
Starter
$9.99 / month
More narration for regular storytime.
Family
$19.99 / month
Our largest plan for avid readers.
US launch prices shown. Final localized pricing and subscription terms appear in your device's app store.
Frequently asked questions
What books does BookSprite support?
Any physical children's book with clear, legible printed text can work.
Does BookSprite replace reading together?
Not at all. It is designed to help families follow along, share stories, and make printed books more accessible.
Does it work offline?
An internet connection is required to recognize the page and create narration.
Where can I get BookSprite?
BookSprite is launching for phones through the App Store and Google Play. Store links will appear here as listings become available.