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# Words with Toddlers

A Rust-based learning app for children. Because even toddlers deserve well-engineered software.

RustSwiftEducationGame

[Source Code](https://github.com/mysticcoders/words-with-toddlers)

## What It Is

An educational typing application for young children, available on desktop (macOS, Windows, Linux via Rust/Iced) and iOS (SwiftUI). Two learning modes help kids build vocabulary from Pre-K through 6th grade.

## Game Modes

-   **Discovery Mode** — free typing with colorful, oversized letters. Every keypress is a win
-   **Challenge Mode** — grade-level word challenges with adaptive difficulty that grows with the child

## Word Lists

Built on proven educational vocabulary:

-   **Dolch sight words** — the most common words in children’s books
-   **Fry vocabulary** — high-frequency words organized by grade level
-   Coverage from **Pre-K through 6th grade**

## Features

-   **Text-to-speech** pronunciation for every word
-   **Toddler-safe design** — escape-key exit, guided access support
-   **Cross-platform** — Rust/Iced on desktop, SwiftUI on iOS

## Why Rust

We wanted to explore Rust for application development beyond systems programming. A children’s learning app was the perfect candidate — performance guarantees mean smooth animations and responsive interactions, even on older hardware.