Homework Help Apps

Last updated: March 26, 2024

When a kid needs some help with homework, internet search results can be totally overwhelming. And if there's advanced math in the mix, trying to help your kid can be a nightmare. Instead, these apps are targeted tools kids can use for reference, idea organization, and more. There are even tools that can help walk your kid through the steps to complete a math problem -- just watch out for straight-up cheating! With fun refreshers, catchy mnemonics, and math tutoring, this list can get your kid over that homework hump. And if staying organized and on track is a struggle, check out our time-management apps!

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Khan Academy

age 5+

Excellent tutorials on math, humanities, and more, for free.

(https://www.khanacademy.org)

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MyScript Calculator

age 5+

Instantly solves handwritten math equations; watch cheating.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Free (Productivity)

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Number Line, by the Math Learning Center

age 5+

Visual tool to solve math equations best with background.

iPad Free (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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Oribi Writer

age 7+

Features help kids spell, write, and edit; pricey.

iPad Paid (Education)

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SimpleMind+ Intuitive Mind Mapping

age 7+

Mind mapper organizes ideas into colorful notes & diagrams.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Free (Productivity)

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Snap&Read Universal

age 7+

Free tool converts text to speech, has digital voice.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Free (Education)

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Audubon Birds - A Field Guide to North American Birds

age 8+

Invaluable reference tool for North American bird-watchers.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Kindle Fire (Reference)

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Flashcards Deluxe

age 8+

Create custom flash cards with features; setup complicated.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Paid (Education)

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Speechify - Text to Audiobook

age 8+

Solid text-to-speech converter may be pricey for some.

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

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Star Walk - 5 Star Astronomy Guide

age 8+

In-depth, detailed, and beautiful astronomy app.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad (Education)

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Dictionary.

age 9+

Comprehensive reference tool with games and customization.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Chromebook , Kindle Fire Free (Reference)

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Quizizz: Play to Learn

age 9+

Fun feedback feature in quiz-making and taking tool.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Free (Education)

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Arloon Plants

age 11+

Cool interactivity and images but some confusing science.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Paid (Education)

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ClaroPDF PRO

age 11+

Access lots of features to edit and listen to PDF files.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Paid (Education)

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MathPapa - Algebra Calculator

age 11+

Handy algebra helper with X factor; watch for cheating.

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

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MindMeister (mind mapping)

age 11+

Create visual mind maps with solid tool; pricey features.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Free to try (Productivity)

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Office Lens

age 11+

Free scanner app for taking pics of documents & whiteboards.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Windows app Free (Productivity)

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Photomath

age 11+

Point, scan, solve support tool; watch for cheating.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Free (Education)

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Quizlet

age 11+

Millions of user-created flash card sets; some can be iffy.

(https://www.quizlet.com)

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