Confident, Independent Reading

The Ello app listens to your students read from real books in your classroom, supports them with phonics-based instruction when they get stuck, and helps motivate and transform them into enthusiastic readers.

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and a team of leading U.S. and European investors

How Ello for Schools Works

How Ello for Schools Works

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Your student chooses a book from the Ello library suitable for their reading skills
Your student chooses a book from the Ello library suitable for their reading skills
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They read out loud with the Ello app open on a tablet
They read out loud with the Ello app open on a tablet
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Ello coaches and motivates them to become a confident, capable reader
Ello coaches and motivates them to become a confident, capable reader

Support and motivate independent reading in the classroom

Make the most out of independent reading time, small group instruction, and reading stations in your classroom. Ello keeps kids on track and accountable, while also providing support. Ello can also support reading time in the school library, or during small group instruction with literacy specialists.

View your students’ progress in the teacher portal

Ello shows you which words your students struggle with, how long they spent reading, and other useful information to help you support their reading journeys.

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Have questions?
Email support@helloello.com or text (415) 214-8119

Ello is already making an impact with families

Ello has served more than 10,000 families at home

More than 100,000 books were read by children on the Ello app last year

Average app store rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

81% of parents say they are “very likely” to recommend Ello to a friend

Check out what parents have to say about Ello!

Frequently Asked Questions

What grade levels does Ello support?

Ello is designed for grades K-3.

What are you looking for in pilot partners?

In exchange for FREE access to Ello, we’re looking for partners who are excited to share feedback with us on how Ello works for you and your students.

How do I get started?

Just fill out the form on this page and we will be in touch about setting up Ello in your classroom or school.

What devices will Ello work on?

Right now, Ello is only supported on these tablets. In the future we hope to work on mobile phones and internet browsers as well.

Have questions?
Email support@helloello.com or text (415) 214-8119