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Reader Rabbit's Interactive Reading Journey 2
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Developer(s) The Learning Company
Publisher(s) The Learning Company
Platform(s) Windows, Macintosh
Release date(s) October 15, 1996 (Original)
1997 (Re-release)
1998 (Ages 6-9)
1999 (Personalized)
Genre(s) Adventure, edutainment
Mode(s) Single-player

Reader Rabbit's Interactive Reading Journey 2 is a fun computer game that came out in 1996. It was made for Windows and Macintosh computers. This game is part of the popular Reader Rabbit series. It helps kids aged 5 to 8 learn how to read better. It's a follow-up to the first Reader Rabbit's Interactive Reading Journey game. Over the years, it was re-released with different names, like "Reader Rabbit's Interactive Reading Journey For Grades 1-2" and "Reader Rabbit's Reading Ages 6–9".

About the Game

Reader Rabbit's Interactive Reading Journey 2 is an edutainment game. This means it's a game that teaches you things while you play. It mixes adventure with learning to make reading fun. The game was created by The Learning Company, a well-known developer of educational software.

What You Learn

The main goal of this game is to help kids improve their reading skills. It focuses on building confidence and language abilities. Even though it was designed for younger children, the skills it teaches are important for everyone.

Reading Practice

The game has many activities to help you practice reading. One cool feature lets you record your own voice. This helps you hear yourself read and get better at it. It's a great way to build strong reading habits.

Key Reading Skills

The game covers several important reading skills. These include:

  • Phonics: Learning how letters and sounds work together.
  • Letter Blends: Understanding how groups of letters sound when put together.
  • Word Recognition: Being able to quickly identify and understand words.

Storybooks and Vocabulary

A big part of the game involves reading 30 different storybooks. These stories help you improve your:

  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding what you read.
  • Reasoning: Thinking about the story and making connections.
  • Vocabulary: Learning new words and what they mean.

By playing through these stories, you can expand your knowledge and become a stronger reader.

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