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Apps for Elementary School

Last updated: January 25, 2022

Kids learn so much about the world around them during elementary school. They're learning not only how to read and do math, but also how to work through conflict at recess and what being a good friend is all about. They're also exploring what passions they might pursue as they get older. With concerns mounting about screen time, parents want to make the most out of the time kids are on screens. These apps can help support all kinds of learning and keep it fun. (Follow up with these strange but wonderful learning apps: 20 Weirdest Apps That Can Help Your Kid Learn.)

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Kahoot! Algebra by DragonBox

age 5+

Kids learn concepts of algebra in stellar game app.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Kindle Fire Free to try (Educational Games)
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Arithmagic - Math Wizard Game

age 6+

Spell-binding math game with increasing challenge.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Paid (Educational Games)
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Flocabulary: Educational Hip-Hop for K-12

age 6+

Catchy hip-hop songs and fun videos for memorable learning.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Free to try (Education)
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Jump Numbers

age 6+

Save the Snortles! Learn multiplication along the way.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Paid (Education)
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SmartKids - Learning Superheroes

age 6+

Parents choose academic subjects for kids to practice, play.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Free to try (Education)
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Dyslexia Keyboard

age 7+

Assistive features make this writing tool worth every penny.

iPad Paid (Education)
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Mystery Math Town

age 7+

Great math practice with fun story, entertaining characters.

iPad Paid (Education)
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Slice Fractions

age 8+

Super-fun slicing app presents key concepts in engaging way.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Kindle Fire Paid (Education)
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Write About This

age 8+

Fun images and prompts spark creativity, get kids writing.

iPad Paid (Education)
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