Caps-App - Learn By Listening

A kid-friendly Android learning app featuring Caps the Capybara that teaches alphabet recognition and basic typing skills.

Features Implemented

Core Functionality

• Learn By Listening Mode: Interactive alphabet learning with voice feedback
• Spelling Bee Mode: Progressive word spelling with three difficulty levels
• External Keyboard Support: Works with both on-screen and physical keyboards
• Text-to-Speech: Kid-friendly voice with encouraging feedback

Character & Design

• Caps the Capybara: Animated capybara mascot with gentle breathing animation
• Speech Bubbles: Animated speech bubbles with typing effect for subtitles
• Colorful Interface: Vibrant, kid-friendly color scheme optimized for young learners
• Kid-Optimized Layout: Large buttons, high contrast text, easy navigation

Educational Features

• Progressive Difficulty:
  • Level 1: 1-2 letter words (75% accuracy required)
  • Level 2: 3-4 letter words (85% accuracy required)
  • Level 3: Mixed difficulty with controlled 5-letter word introduction
• Smart Word Selection: Prevents consecutive difficult words, gradual complexity increase
• Progress Tracking: Saves learning progress across sessions
• Encouraging Feedback: Positive reinforcement without criticism

Technical Features

• First Launch Experience: Proper introduction with headphone detection
• Audio Optimization: Detects headphones, recommends quiet environment
• Level Advancement: Animated button highlighting with voice guidance
• Session Persistence: Saves current level and progress between app launches

App Structure

easton-learning-app/
├── app/src/main/java/com/eastonlearning/
│   ├── MainActivity.java - Main app logic and game modes
│   ├── OnScreenKeyboard.java - Colorful QWERTY keyboard
│   └── SpeechBubbleView.java - Animated speech bubble system
└── app/src/main/res/
    ├── drawable/ - UI elements and capybara character
    ├── layout/ - Main activity layout
    └── values/ - Colors and app configuration

Usage Instructions

First Launch

1. App introduces Caps the Capybara
2. Checks for headphones and recommends quiet environment
3. Starts with "Learn By Listening" mode as recommended

Learn By Listening Mode

• Press any letter key (on-screen or external keyboard)
• Caps speaks the letter name
• Visual feedback shows encouragement
• Indefinite exploration mode

Spelling Bee Mode

• Three progressive levels with accuracy requirements
• Words spoken first, then spelled letter by letter
• Child types each letter with real-time feedback
• Level advancement with animated choice prompts

Navigation

• Back button returns to main menu
• External keyboard fully supported
• Touch-friendly for tablets