The Rocket Pen Reader is the next generation of the highly venerated, award-winning Reading Pen 2. It far surpasses the cPen Reader pen for multiple reasons. Those include reading tutor functions (none are present on the cPenReader Pen). But most remarkable is it can read from a phone or computer screen, just as the $1990 Orcam Read can do and the Read doesn't have reading tutor functions! The Rocket Pen Reader is an affordable, powerful reading assistant and reading tutor that erases the barriers created by dyslexia and other reading problems. It can be used privately in the classroom, avoiding stigma, thanks to the earbuds included in the kit (it can alternatively be used without earbuds). The Rocket Pen Reader is the answer for helping the reading-challenged in the classroom, special needs classes, home-schooling, and adult education. The Rocket Pen Reader gives the reading-challenged their independence, whether reading from paper or screen (e.g., tablet, smart phone, computer). Because of its mobile-friendly design, you can carry it with you and use it anywhere. Not only does it read to you, it helps you learn to read (for example, by showing you the syllable breakdown and the definition). It is super easy to use, no need to watch a dozen videos to figure out what to do. Main features and benefits: Allows students or adults with reading difficulties to gain independence and reading fluency without stigma. Reading tutor functions include spelling, syllabication (how the word is "built"), and one word displayed in big font. Syllables break for each word. Direct lookup of phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions (for example, get ahead, get along, keep on, keep off, look forward to). You scan, it reads to you. Hear individual words and even multiple lines of text read aloud in natural voice. Scans lines of text or individual words from almost any surface, not just paper. It can read the text on a computer, tablet, or phone. Scans lines of text sequentially, if you want to get a whole paragraph at once. Completely self-contained, no computer or Wi-Fi required to use the reading functions. Comes ready to use, no setup process (but customization can easily be done). Full 1.9 inch color touch screen, and simple physical buttons for screenless scan and read. Multiple built-in dictionaries to search definitions including the New Oxford American Dictionary with Oxford Thesaurus of English (Americanized), Oxford American Children’s Dictionary with Oxford American Children’s Thesaurus, and English to Spanish dictionary. Uses colors for the different fields, to improve the understanding of the dictionary definition. Built-in speaker automatically mutes when earbuds are used, automatically unmutes when they aren't. Meets FCC, ROHS, and CE standards. Package includes Reader Pen, USB charging cable, Quick Start Guide, Case and earphones. Rocket Pen Case Study 1. What is the name of your school, and in what state is it located? Holy Cross Catholic School, KS 2. What grade levels does your school serve? Pre-K-8th grade 3. Is the Rocket Pen difficult or easy to use? The pen was easy to use for the 8th grader with dyslexia but it was harder for a third grader to use. 4. What do you think of the reading tutor functions of the Rocket Pen? This was very helpful for the 8th grader who has difficulty when it comes to reading new words that she had yet to be exposed to. Based on the highly successful ReadingPen 2 and vastly superior to the cPen Reader Pen, the RocketPen is the latest generation in a reading tutor scanning pen. It is a quantum leap or two beyond anything else on the market. This amazing device retails for $499, but is on sale here for a limited time. Compare the Rocket Pen to the competition. The winner here is obvious: Rocket Pen cPen Reader Orcam Read Amazon Price 399 285 1990 Color touchscreen Yes No No Words appear in large font Yes No No Scans phones, tablets, etc. Yes No Yes Scans blocks of text No No Yes Color-coded dictionary Yes No No Simple physical buttons Yes Yes Yes Ergonomic for kids Yes No No English and Spanish Yes Yes Yes Verbal commands No No Yes Auto trigger upon contact Yes Yes No Easy menu navigation Yes No No Manufacturer experience, yrs 25 6 5 Product age Latest generation! 6 3 Reading Tutor Functions Dictionary 1 New Oxford American Oxford Primary n/a Dictionary 2 Oxford American Children’s n/a n/a Thesaurus 1 New Oxford American Oxford Primary n/a Thesaurus 2 Oxford American Children’s n/a n/a Syllablication / word breakdown Yes No No Hear word spelled out Yes No No See word spelled out Yes No No Part of speech Yes Yes No Headword Yes Yes No Pronunciation guide Yes No No Idioms Yes No No Quick Define feature Yes No No