by Casey Johnson
School is back in session and although screen time for the kids has dramatically dropped, they are still bound to beg for their devices as soon as they walk through the door. Here are some great resources we found that keep the learning going with a side of fun and adventure.
Adventure Academy
www.adventureacademy.com
Ages: 8-13
(Available on Apple App Store and Google Play)
This app offers an interactive gaming experience with learning around every corner. Kids can design their own avatar, complete quests and chat with their friends in a safe environment. With Adventure Academy kids can discover and play thousands of learning activities to help boost key skills and abilities across many subjects, including math, language arts, reading, science, social studies, and more. Up to 3 scholars can play simultaneously within the same account.
COST: Free 30 day trial. $10 Monthly Subscription or $80 Yearly Subscription
ABC Mouse
www.abcmouse.com
Ages: 2-8
(Available on Apple App Store and Google Play)
If you’re looking for a great educational resource to interest your toddlers and elementary aged kids, ABC Mouse has everything you need to start positive learning practices. With over 9,000 learning activities focusing on everything from reading, math and science to art, your kids will be begging to learn!
COST: Free 30 day trial. $10 Monthly Subscription or $80 Yearly Subscription
Arcademics
www.arcademics.com
Ages: 5-13
(Available on Apple App Store and Google Play)
Learning can be fun when you combine Arcademics approach of arcade games and academics. Geared towards students in grades Kinder-6th, students can boost engagement and fact fluency with free multiplayer educational games covering everything from math to language arts and more. Teachers can check out Arcademics Plus for multiplayer classroom gaming complete with data analytics on student progress.
COST: Free
Wolf Quest
www.wolfquest.com
Ages: 12+
(Available on Apple App Store and Google Play)
Live your life as a wolf with this interactive single or multi-player game that takes you on an adventure through Yellowstone National Park. Kids will venture out to explore, hunt, find a mate, establish territory and raise their own wolf family. With amazing graphics and plenty of quest to complete, this is sure to be an amazing learning adventure for all who play.
COST: Free with in-app purchases
