FAQs

What is Whizz Bean?

Whizz Bean is a hands-on, evidence-based phonics card game designed to help children become confident, fluent readers through fun and engaging play. It’s backed by the Science of Reading and created by a qualified Primary Teacher and Literacy and Dyslexia Specialist.

Where is Whizz Bean designed?

All our products are proudly designed in Australia, with care and expertise from a qualified teacher and Literacy & Dyslexia Specialist.

We are passionate about creating resources that are both effective and fun, right here at home.

Who is Whizz Bean suitable for?

Whizz Bean is ideal for children aged 6 and up. It’s perfect for all ability levels, including emerging readers, children who are neurodiverse or neurotypical.

It can be used at home, in classrooms, or during intervention and therapy sessions.

How do I use Whizz Bean with my child or student?

There are simple, step-by-step instructions included to guide you through gameplay.

Whizz Bean is easy to use at home, in the classroom, or in a therapy setting, with no prior experience needed.

Our online How to Play guide offers extra support to help you feel confident and ready to get started.

How long does Whizz Bean take to play?

Whizz Bean is designed to be quick, fun, and easy to fit into your day! A typical game takes around 5–10 minutes, making it perfect for short bursts of learning. If you’d like to add extra steps or play multiple rounds, you can absolutely extend the time to suit your needs.

What skills will my child develop with Whizz Bean?

Whizz Bean helps build key literacy skills like decoding, blending, word recognition, and spelling.

It also supports memory, focus, and confidence.

Does Whizz Bean follow a structured phonics approach?

Yes! Whizz Bean is grounded in the Science of Reading and follows a structured, sequential phonics approach.

It’s aligned with evidence-based literacy practices used by educators and specialists.

Can I use Whizz Bean alongside other literacy programs?

Definitely!

Whizz Bean complements existing phonics and literacy programs beautifully. It’s a fun, hands-on way to reinforce what your child is already learning at school, in intervention, or in therapy sessions.

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