Elementary/Middle School Teacher
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world" - Nelson Mandela
Content Specific Apps
Math
Quick Math Jr.
This tool is designed to help students improve their math skills through interactive games and exercises. This app provides a wide range of math problems, and it has individualized learning as it adapts to each student's skill level and progress. This app helps teachers as they can recommend it to their students for homework or extra practice. Finally, the app also provides data on student performance, which can allow teachers to monitor their students' progress or identify the areas that need to have a greater focus on in instruction.
Reading Comprehension
Reading Raven
This tool is designed to help students develop literacy skills, including reading, writing, and phonics. It offers reading comprehension practice through stories and reading exercises. It also develops phonic and vocabulary through word recognition activities. The app allows students to set aside time for independent reading practice. Students can use this tool in the classroom or at home, and they can track their progress and skill learnings.
Science
Stem Buddies
This tool pairs older students with younger ones to engage in STEM activities and peer mentoring. This app allows for peer mentorship, collaboration, cross-age learning, and more. Students can create projects or experiments, or they can create challenges or competitions for other students. This app also encourages STEM Buddies to engage in community service or outreach projects that are related to STEM. Through this tool, educators can create a dynamic and engaging STEM learning environment that fosters collaboration and mentorship.
Social Studies
Stack the States
This tool is designed to help students learn the geography of the United States. It is a fun and engaging way to learn the 50 states. Students can learn the shape, locations, and capitols of each state. They can also quiz themselves to test their knowledge and learning. Educators can use this app and integrate into U.S.history lessons. They can also suggest this app to their students for additional geography practice, and they can give their students specific tasks or questions to complete.