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Duolingo ABC
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Duolingo ABC

A polished early literacy app with clear progression and bite-size activities that can fit short daily sessions. It is easier to use than many school-style apps and keeps the interface kid-friendly. Caveat: reward mechanics are present, so session limits matter.

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