As parents and educators, we must look for the many possible ways for children to read. This includes reading eBooks on the iPad, Kindle, NOOK, or any device with reading apps. Since the reading experience is different, let’s think through how to best use this eBook reading technology for learning purposes. The Joan Ganz Cooney […]
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Co-creative Storyworld Inspires Reading, Writing and Drawing
Get your fantasy-fan kids motivated to create and imagine with art, writing, and the promise of toys! Addison’s Tales from Wivern Digital inspires kids with a recently launched competition that will turn a child’s made-up story character into a toy –every month until the end of December! Addison’s Tales Competition 1. Kids, parents and teachers: Visit the new […]
Today’s Free eBooks for Kids
Hi! I’m Bethany from the kid lit and play blog No Twiddle Twaddle. Imagination Soup is one of my favorite blogs, so I am thrilled that Melissa has invited me to share my list of free kids’ eBooks with you today. Many people don’t realize that you can download hundreds of free children’s eBooks a […]
40 STEM Apps for Kids (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Ready for the best STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) apps for kids? Just remember that most ipad apps, with a few exceptions, won’t instruct your child. They will however, give him or her practice, repetition, and reinforcement. After you read this, visit: STEM / STEAM YouTube Channels for Elementary Kids and STEM / STEAM Gifts for […]
24 Literacy Learning Apps for Kids
As I started a go-to list of the best learning apps for kids, the list got so long, I split up my posts into categories. So, today we’ll start with my favorite apps for literacy — reading and writing for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-age kids. Also, I’ve included special needs iPad app resources at the end […]
Book Apps for Kids
Do ipad book apps count as books? Some bibliophiles argue that they don’t, insisting that book apps are more game than book. But, I disagree. I think it’s great that kids can access books in this new way. Sure, there are interactive game-like elements, but in a quality app, these don’t have to be distracting […]
Even More Educational Apps
Upcoming holiday travels with kids might require a few new iPad apps, preferably educational ones, right? Here are the latest educational apps the girls and I recommend. Educational Apps Scribblenaut Remix I think this is our favorite educational app yet! It’s such a clever concept. To solve the puzzles in each scene and level, you […]