The Reading Bug

Name: The Reading Bug
Author: The Reading Bug

LiveThe Reading Bug1 app · 55 installsEducationFreeIn-app purchases: $5.99 - $44.99 per itemcom.thereadingbug.app

Magical musical stories and podcast adventures for curious kids and families.

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Total installs: 55
Installs / day: —
Rating: —★
Released: 22 Apr 2026
Last update: 8 Aug 2026
Countries: —

Install history

exact counter from Google Play

30dAll

Installs per day · last 90 days

Change timeline

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Country availability

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App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play

No data shared with third parties
Collects data Personal info, App activity, and App info and performance
Data is encrypted in transit
You can ask for your data to be deleted
Follows the Play Families Policy

This is the developer's own declaration, summarised from the Play listing. The permissions below show what the app is technically able to access.

Permissions

6 in 1 group

1 Sensitive2 Notable3 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

Get sign-in tokens for accounts saved on your phone to use online services

OtherSensitive6

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

Get sign-in tokens for accounts saved on your phone to use online servicesuse accounts on the device · USE_CREDENTIALS
Start itself automatically as soon as your phone finishes turning onrun at startup · RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Keep your phone's processor or screen from going to sleep, which can use more batteryprevent device from sleeping · WAKE_LOCK
Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
Check with Google Play that you got this app legitimatelyGoogle Play license check · com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE

Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description

Jump into the magic book bag and fly away on a Reading Bug Adventure! Welcome to the official app of the award-winning Reading Bug Adventures podcast. Created by the experts at The Reading Bug independent children’s bookstore, our app brings stories to life through cinematic music, original characters, and immersive soundscapes that spark the imagination—without the need for a screen. Something for Every Moment: - Cinematic Adventures: Join Lauren and the Reading Bug on epic, multi-part journeys to distant lands, from ancient Egypt to outer space. - Lauren’s Little Bedtime Stories: Wind down with gentle tales, soothing songs, and relaxation exercises designed to help children drift into a peaceful sleep. - Fact-Finding with "Fact Fly": Satisfy curious minds with our "Fact Fly" episodes! Explore real-world science, engineering, and the "how-it-works" of the world around us. - Story Snacks: Bite-sized tales for when you only have a few minutes for a quick shot of magic. - Music for Creativity: Listen to original songs and calming melodies perfect for focused quiet time, meditating, or as a background for coloring and drawing. Interactive & Creative Features: - The Magic Book Bag: Feel like part of the expedition! Our interactive storytelling includes riddles, choices, and audience participation. - Collect the Stories: Every adventure is inspired by real books. Discover new titles and grow your own home library. - Bring Your Colors: We encourage kids to grab their crayons and paper to illustrate the scenes they hear, turning audio into a multi-sensory creative experience. Why Families Trust Reading Bug Adventures: - Literacy First: Every episode is crafted to build vocabulary, listening comprehension, and a lifelong love of books. - Safe & Ad-Free: A secure, COPPA-compliant environment designed specifically for children. - Independent & Award-Winning: Developed by a family-owned bookstore dedicated to connecting kids with the perfect stories. Perfect For: - Car Rides: Turn a commute into a jungle trek or a trip to the moon. - Bedtime & Quiet Time: Calming transitions for the end of the day. - Screen-Free Entertainment: Healthy, imaginative play that lets kids' minds take the lead.

What's new

We've been busy making story-time even better! - Take your stories on the go — download episodes to enjoy offline, perfect for car rides, flights, and anywhere in between - Keep track of what you've heard and pick right up where you left off - A cozier, refreshed player made for snuggling up to a good story - Link your Reading Bug Box or bookstore membership to your account - Plus bug fixes and little improvements to keep things running smoothly

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