Online Learning Resources for Preschool and Early Elementary: A Review
Our family uses three main learning resources online: ABC Mouse, PBS Kids, and the Khan Kids app. Both PBS Kids and Khan Kids are free resources, while ABC Mouse has a free trial period but does require payment after the first month. ABC Mouse: The Positives: The learning path makes it easy to track your child's progress through age appropriate learning goals. If you are really interested, there are assessments available to further customize your child's learning and test their school readiness. These are available for an additional fee. Many of the puzzles can be adjusted to your child's level. The games are fairly easy to understand and replayable for those who are interested. Students earn tickets for completing lessons, which can be used for virtual pets, customizing an avatar or decorating rooms. Students have the freedom to leave the learning path and choose their own activities as they wish. Although most of the site requir...