 | 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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StudyJams!
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Lively math, science site caters to various learning styles.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that StudyJams! is a free Scholastic site that provides engaging multimedia lessons on math and science, ranging from basic algebra problems to more complex concepts like scientific theory and evidence. The site is ad-free and doesn't collect any information from users. (There's nothing inappropriate for kids under 8, but the lessons may be too challenging for the average kid.)
What kids can learn
Kids can learn simple and complex math and science concepts on StudyJams! In the math section, they learn to read number lines and make estimations; older kids learn about statistics. Science topics range from chemistry and the human body to weather. Most activities require a mix of content knowledge, which kids are introduced to through animated demos and quizzing. They also require an element of critical thinking and reasoning. The site's good for an introduction, but largely passive video lessons may not help struggling students.
What's it about?
Kids in grades 3-6 who need homework help will find fun activities and useful tutorials on Scholastic's site StudyJams! Four animated characters walk kids through dozens of science and math lessons (or "Jams") that include multimedia content such as slideshows, quizzes, and even karaoke. Kids can earn points by reading content and doing activities; once they've earned enough points, they can head over to the Jam Studio to mix and record MP3 tracks using samples of rock, hip-hop, dance, and more. The site also includes an encyclopedia and a guide to state history.
Is it any good?
By offering lessons in different forms -- videos, quizzes, and even karaoke! -- StudyJams! accommodates kids with various learning styles and reinforces information. The math lessons are particularly helpful, guiding kids through each step of a problem with a detailed voiceover and virtual blackboard. (Parents who can't remember how to convert decimals to fractions will get an excellent refresher course.)
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What kids can learn
Kids can learn simple and complex math and science concepts on StudyJams! In the math section, they learn to read number lines and make estimations; older kids learn about statistics. Science topics range from chemistry and the human body to weather. Most activities require a mix of content knowledge, which kids are introduced to through animated demos and quizzing. They also require an element of critical thinking and reasoning. The site's good for an introduction, but largely passive video lessons may not help struggling students.
Subjects
- Language & Reading:
- Math: algebra, fractions, multiplication
- Science: astronomy, plants
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How kids will learn
Videos use humor and step-by-step problem solving, but the animations provide little interactivity. Test questions do require more active participation, as kids can compare their responses with the correct ones. Feedback is limited, though. Kids will find the site useful for fun introductions to new concepts such as volcanoes or geometry, or for practice problems on topics that are introduced at school. But StudyJams! needs more interactive tools to keep kids coming back.
How parents can help
- Use StudyJams! as a refresher for kids after a vacation.
- Challenge kids to use their newfound fraction knowledge on pizza night!
- Is the science fair coming up? Use StudyJams! to find out what areas interest your child.
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Kid, 11 years old
March 8, 2011
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great for everyone
love it so much because when my kids come home saying that they have a big sicence test tomorrow and that they need to study i know just where to go ... HERE!
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Kid, 9 years old
April 29, 2011
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out of all it is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Teen, 17 years old
April 16, 2011
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i lov it well its kinda boring but...... youll get youst to it!!! :)
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Kid, 10 years old
May 11, 2011
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Kid, 10 years old
March 19, 2012
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annoying
it's just... annoying listening to it in class
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