klugidu

What problem does klugidu solve?

Many children leave primary school without being able to read confidently. At the Landshut Founders' Award the team cited studies suggesting around 25% of fourth graders can barely read. Teachers rarely have time to support each child individually.

How does klugidu work?

The child reads a text aloud. klugidu uses AI to measure reading speed and accuracy and captures the child's interests. It then generates personalised stories and exercises the child can help shape. Progress is tracked continuously and shared with teachers and parents. Data is hosted in the EU in line with GDPR.

Research, team and early results

klugidu originated at Landshut University of Applied Sciences and is scientifically supported by the chair of German language didactics at the University of Passau. The team was funded through the EXIST start-up grant and won the Landshut Founders' Award 2025. In a reading initiative across the city and district of Landshut, 39 schools use the app; by February 2026 more than 51,800 stories had been read there.

Frequently asked questions about klugidu

Which grades is klugidu for?

klugidu is designed for grades 1 to 6 in primary and lower secondary schools.

How does klugidu use AI?

While the child reads aloud, the AI analyses reading speed and accuracy and then creates personalised stories and exercises matched to the child's level and interests.

Where is klugidu already used?

Among others, at 39 schools in the city and district of Landshut. The app is also being tested at further schools together with the University of Passau.