Expert Reviews

In-depth reviews of edtech tools by Common Sense reviewers.

126 results

Expert Review

Diffit

Promising tool molds AI-generated content into many formats

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

2–12

Price

Free to try, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

PlagiarismCheck.org

Subscription-based writing tool aims to keep pace with AI in schools

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
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Grades

5–12

Price

Paid

Expert Review

Twee

AI-powered tool generates text, may have limited classroom potential

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
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Grades

9–12

Price

Free to try, Paid

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Curipod

AI-generated slides and interactive content can be fun; requires oversight

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
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Grades

3–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

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CommonLit

Feature-rich literacy resource offers superb support for readers

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

HOMER: Fun Learning for Kids

Early learners explore fun activities to gain literacy skills and more

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

Pre-K–2

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire

Expert Review

Share My Lesson

A huge database of ready-to-go lesson plans but needs more curation

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
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Grades

Pre-K–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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CBC Kids News

Real news stories and videos for and by kids

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Not yet reviewed
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Grades

5–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Snap&Read

Nifty app can be used to increase text accessibility for all readers

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 3 reviews

Grades

6–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Chrome, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Mac

Expert Review

Anton

Skill-building platform provides reinforcement for basic skills

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 5 reviews

Grades

Pre-K–5

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Android, iPad, iPhone

Expert Review

Duolingo

Stellar language learning tool levels up skills in bite-size bursts

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

6–12

Price

Free, Free to try, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

NoRedInk

ELA site mixes grammar and writing practice, layers in useful feedback

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 3 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Wordle

Viral word puzzle sharpens language and thinking skills

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 3 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

ReadWriteThink

Free hub for literacy lessons aims to deepen learning, engagement

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

K–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Merriam-Webster

Games, articles, word play make for more than just a dictionary

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Not yet reviewed
Based on review

Grades

3–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web