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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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Learning ratings
Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
Good: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
Fair: Somewhat engaging, okay learning approach.
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Website reviews for learning potential, math, self-direction

36 results
  • Review
    Quizlet

    Student-created flashcards are a mixed bag.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Shmoop

    Clever study materials for teens merge humor and learning.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Thirteen Ed Online

    PBS site for kids and adults has learning for everyone.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    IXL

    Hundreds of math activities can build skills and confidence.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    ABCya!

    Fun games site for grades K-5 has lots of learning choices.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Virtual Piggy

    Parent-monitored site introduces kids to online shopping.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Activity TV

    Videos teach kids skills; better if parents help browse.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    GCFLearnFree.org

    Educational site is packed with practical lessons and info.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Friv

    Kid-friendly game site could use more educational stuff.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    TVO Kids

    Games and activities with a strong educational focus.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Spatulatta

    Inspire kids' inner chef with this recipe site.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Lumosity

    Stick with this site for a good brain workout -- for a fee.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Biz Kid$

    Kids teach other kids how to control their financial and entrepreneurial futures on this upbeat site.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Funschool.com

    Impressive array of learning-based games and activities.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Curiosityville

    Charming site tracks kids' progress in learning games.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    5
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    WeeWorld

    Site offers interaction and games--but is light on learning
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Virtual Nerd

    Detailed math videos and practice -- from simple to complex.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    MrNussbaum

    Quick, before school starts, send your kids to this edu-site to brush up on math, science, English, and social studies.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    BrainBashers Games

    Massive collection of fun, free, online games.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Figure This!

    Complex math concepts presented as real-world examples.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    FactMonster

    Is your tween hungry for knowledge? Point them here to find resources and information in kid-friendly form.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    CoolMath

    Info and games designed to boost math's fun factor.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Tykoon

    Money-managing site has shopping, strong parental controls.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    ABCMouse.com

    Ad-free pay site helps little ones get ready for school.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Shockwave

    Fun, free games -- but be prepared for some product plugs.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)