Smart Apps For Kids

Best math apps: Beyond Cats! Grade 2 Math Standards is a fun sequel to the Grade 1 version

 

 

Bottom Line: Beyond Cats! Grade 2 Math Standards — Practice Common Core Math for 2nd Graders is a math app that offers your child a fun way to practice the math skills required for 2nd grade. Multiple accounts can be set up to track all of the kids in your family or classroom. All of the skills are designed to adhere to Common Core standards.

Review: Check out new Top Pick Jungle Geometry!

 

 

Bottom line: I wish I had this app when I was in school. And since it’s not a “bells and whistles” app, that statement means a lot coming from this reviewer. Jungle Geometry is like a calm tutor that never tires of going over the lessons and applauds progress. 

Review — Grade 1 Math: First Step Zoo Picnic

 

 

Bottom Line: There are many good features in this comprehensive math app for kids from about 4-7. There’s room for improvement with the app structure, but the price is good for a comprehensive math app.

Improve your visual/spatial skills with Dragon Shapes: Geometry Challenge

 

 

Bottom Line: Creative take on tangrams, with an engaging storyline to pull in all types of kids. A must-have for kids from 5-10 to improve visual-spatial skills and geometric relationships.

Symmetry School: Learning Geometry — Review

 

 

Bottom Line: A fabulous app for teaching about and exploring rotational and reflective symmetry, which are part of the Common Core State Standards. Easy to use, safe for kids, and fun even for parents. Recommended for kids ages 6+.