NABU - Reading & learning app

NABU: Multilingual Kids Books — Store Listing Copy

App Introduction

NABU: Multilingual Kids Books is the free reading app that helps children learn to read in their mother tongue and bridge to English, French, and other languages. Designed for kids, parents, and teachers, the NABU App turns storytime into daily literacy practice with leveled books, personalized profiles, grade-level assessments, smart recommendations, interactive quizzes, and a friendly mascot.

Why families and teachers choose the NABU App:

Free and kid-safe: NABU is free for children, families, and classrooms. The Google Play listing states no data is shared with third parties, data is encrypted in transit, and users can request data deletion. The app follows the Play Families policy.

28+ languages: Read culturally relevant stories in English, Swahili, French, Kinyarwanda, Haitian Creole, Romanian, Ukrainian, Igbo, Filipino, and more.

Leveled for early readers: Books are organized by reading level so toddlers, preschoolers, and early-grade learners get the right challenge.

Offline library: Download books in the NABU App and read later without internet — great for low-connectivity homes, road trips, and classrooms.

Personalized reading journey: Create a child profile, run a grade-level assessment, get smart book suggestions, and track progress with quizzes and scores.

Bond through stories: NABU stories are culturally relevant and illustrated by local artists, so adults enjoy read-aloud time too.

Perfect for: parents building a bilingual routine, teachers running guided reading, caregivers with limited data, and communities that need mother-tongue books instead of generic translations.

Getting Started Guide & Reading Tips

Set up the NABU App in under two minutes:

Download the NABU App from the App Store or Google Play. Android package name isorg.libraryforall.simplified, but search “NABU: Multilingual Kids Books” in the store.

Create a child profile. Add your child’s name and reading level. Multiple kids can have separate profiles on one device.

Pick the first language. Start with the child’s strongest language, then add English or French as a bridge language. Mother-tongue first builds confidence faster.

Run the grade-level assessment. The NABU App uses the result to recommend books by language, level, and topic.

Download a few books offline. Tap download on Level 1 or Level 2 titles so reading works without Wi-Fi.

Turn on quizzes for progress. Quiz-enabled books show scores and playful mascot reactions — useful for parents and teachers tracking fluency.

Read 15 minutes a day. NABU’s field experience suggests short daily reading beats occasional long sessions. Aim for two books a week.

Pro tips:

Classroom mode: Let each student open the NABU App on a shared tablet, then switch profiles. Teachers can guide the whole class to the same title, like Dance of Courage, available in Swahili, French, and English.

Low-data homes: Download overnight or on Wi-Fi, then read offline all day.

Bilingual boost: Read the mother-tongue version first, then the English version. NABU’s bilingual layout helps kids transfer vocabulary.

Reward streaks, not scores: Use the mascot reactions and quiz scores as encouragement, not pressure.

FAQ — NABU App

1、Is the NABU App really free?

Yes. NABU is free for children, families, and teachers. NABU is a nonprofit literacy platform supported by donors, not by paywalls or heavy ads.

2、Which languages are available in the NABU App?

The Play listing highlights 28+ languages, including English, Swahili, French, Kinyarwanda, Haitian Creole, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Igbo. The web reader at read.nabu.org also includes Arabic-script titles and audiobook support for selected stories.

3、Can kids read without internet?

Yes. Download books inside the NABU App and they stay in the device library for offline reading. This is one of NABU’s core features for schools and rural families.

4、What ages is NABU for?

Early-grade readers, roughly ages 2–12 depending on level. Books are leveled from beginner picture-word titles to longer Level 4 stories.

5、Does NABU track my child’s progress?

The NABU App supports personalized profiles, grade-level assessments, smart recommendations, and quiz scores. Parents and teachers can use these to see reading level and topic interest.

6、Is NABU safe and private?

According to the Google Play listing: no data is shared with third parties, data is encrypted in transit, users can request data deletion, and the app follows the Play Families policy. Always review the developer’s privacy policy for the latest details.

7、iOS or Android?

Both. Search NABU: Multilingual Kids Books on the App Store or Google Play. The latest updates add new book formats, audio playback, and performance improvements.

8、My Android install fails from a third-party site. What do I do?

Install from Google Play, not random APK mirrors. If sideloading, enable installs from the source, check storage space, and match your device architecture. Prefer the official store listing.

9、Can teachers use NABU in class?

Yes. Create profiles, assign leveled books, read aloud together, and use quizzes. NABU is built for both home storytime and classroom literacy blocks.