![]() ![]() This works super in our house because we have a mix of tech. We can use it on Apple products as well as Android products. They are continually putting out new learning games, and they are currently working on adding learning tools for 3rd graders. We help Timmy with some of it, but for the most part, he can navigate it on his own. For $30 a year there are games all four of our kids can play. It does not require as much parental supervision, and I know they are going to be learning at the same time. One of the reasons I love so much is because I know it is a place all four of our kids will be safe to use. Their tech time and what they are allowed to do online is dependent on their maturity, self-control, and what they can handle emotionally. ![]() Maddie has more freedom than Naomi and Titus, and they have more freedom than Timmy does. things they will need to know to be competitive in the careers they choose. We want them to know the ins and outs of social media, how to run a computer and other need to know tech. While there is a real danger on social media, we want to train our kids to be technically savvy. Stranger danger exists as much online as it does offline and it is disgusting. What is the harm in that? Now as a blogger and a social media manager, social media has the ability to terrify me as a parent. It was a fun tool I used to keep connected with friends and family. Will they be able to navigate away from the game? Will ads pop up on their screen? Before I became a blogger, I was ignorant of the real power (both positive and negative) of social media. One of the things we consider when allowing our kids to use an online learning tool is how safe it is to use. One of the consistent learning tools we have used is. This sit-down time is also the time they tell us what they thought went well and the areas they felt frustrated or didn’t like. I get excited as we sit down with each of our kids to discuss their goals for the year, what kind of books they want to read and to hear each of their passions, dreams, and goals. We determine if we will continue using our current curriculum or if we need to switch. ![]() Spring is also the time of year we assess where our kids are at in their learning journey. I love the warmer weather, beautiful flowers and I look forward to the MACHE homeschool conference held in April. All thoughts and opinions are based on our experience. Starfall Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.*We were given a subscription to to help facilitate our review. It also supports English language development, special education, and homeschool environments. This app requires an internet connection and is intended for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-3. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. To cancel your subscription, open the Settings app, tap your name, then tap Subscriptions. Your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. If you choose to purchase a Starfall subscription, a $5.99 (USD) payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase and monthly after that. Sarah, undergraduate at Stanford University “I truly believe that Starfall set the foundation for my future.” Starfall listed as one of the “70 Best Apps for Families” can access plenty of free materials to make worthwhile without a subscription.” Kids practice letter sounds, word recognition, and reading comprehension through online books, songs, rhymes, and other games. “ offers a fantastic (and free) learn-to-read method based on numerous studies and educational research. *Pass it forward! Subscribers gain access to hundreds of additional activities and support the free sections for others to enjoy. Whether a free user or subscriber, you won’t see any ads. ![]() All of the basics for learning how to read are available to everyone. Starfall's systematic approach was created by experienced educators using time-tested instructional methods. *Research based, teacher tested, child approved. *More - Holiday Activities, Nursery Rhymes, Sing-Alongs, Interactive Calendar *Math - Numbers, Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Geometry and Measurement, Fractions *Reading (phonics, fluency, grammar) - ABCs, Learn to Read, I’m Reading, Talking Library, Punctuation, Parts of Speech Starfall's playful open format intuitively guides children through sequential learning objectives for reading, math, art, music, and social subjects like kindness and caring. Join Zac the Rat and his friends on an exciting learning journey, starting with the ABCs and 123s and advancing up to grade 3 grammar and mathematics. Read, learn, and play with fun activities, games, and songs on Starfall! Covers reading, math, music, and more - preschool to third grade. ![]()
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