Screen-free early literacy
Dash helps children learn letter names and sounds.
Created by a teacher for the classroom, Dash is a hands-on, screen-free alphabet adventure. Children practice letter names and sounds through play, supporting the approach you teach.
60+ studentsValidated in K–1 intervention settings.
K–1 settingsBuilt with small-group literacy practice in mind.
3 REV acceleratorsDeveloped through hands-on startup support.
The practice loop
Built around meaningful practice.
Dash makes room for the repetition early readers need, with a playful prompt at each step.
- 1Place a letter
- 2Hear the sound
- 3Say it out loud
- 4Try again
✓ Immediate feedback helps connect letters and sounds with confidence.
Explore Dash as a hands-on phonics toy →
See Dash in action
A real play experience, built for repeat practice.
Hands-on from the start.
Children interact with letters, pathways, and Dash without reaching for a screen.
Meet the alphabet adventure →
Created by an educator
Every child deserves a chance to practice.
Angela Martinez has taught since 1999. Dash grew from the belief that early literacy practice should feel possible, useful, and full of play.
Meet Angela →Founding School Partner
Help shape Dash for classrooms like yours.
Dash helps children learn letter names and sounds through hands-on, screen-free play.
We’re bringing together a small founding group of early classrooms to pilot Dash and share feedback. Help shape how it fits into classroom routines, with support from Angela and early-access pricing when Dash ships.
As a founding classroom partner:
- See how Dash could fitExplore how it could support the letter practice already happening in your classrooms.
- Help shape the experienceShare what teachers need and what works in everyday classroom routines.
- Stay close to the launchGet development updates and early-access pricing when Dash ships.
Meet Dash with Angela
See Dash in action.
Talk through your classroom needs and learn about the founding group in a 15-minute walkthrough.
Book a 15-minute walkthroughFollow Dash’s classroom journey.
Get practical letter-play ideas from Angela, behind-the-scenes progress, and news from the founding classrooms.
Get classroom ideas and launch updatesFrequently asked questions
Good questions deserve clear answers.
What does Dash help children practice?+
Dash is designed for hands-on practice with letters and their sounds, helping young learners listen, repeat, and keep trying through play.
Is Dash screen-free?+
Yes. Dash is designed as a hands-on experience, so children can practice with physical pieces and immediate sound feedback without using a screen.
Who created Dash?+
Dash was created by Angela Martinez, an educator and mother of three who has taught since 1999.
Where can I find launch updates?+
Follow the Dash development journey on our Updates page or on Instagram at @dashthedino.
Stay in the loop
Follow Dash’s next adventure.
Get the latest news as this early literacy adventure continues to take shape.