Expert Reviews

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

2962 results

Expert Review

Teach Your Monster: Number Skills

Cute, creative games cover foundational skills for small numbers

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

Grades

Pre-K–1

Price

Free

Platforms

Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire

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FactCheck.org

Simple site helps students fact-check popular news stories

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

Grades

4–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

PBS Kids

One-stop shop for a wealth of fantastic PBS Kids educational content

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

Grades

Pre-K–4

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Spinndle

Student-centered platform makes project organization, tracking easier

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

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Fandom Forward

Pop culture site promotes social justice critique, activism

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

Grades

10–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Shakespeare in Bits

Shakespeare's greatest hits made more accessible, manageable

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

Grades

8–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Web

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Focusable: Progress your focus

Timed focus tool offers centering activities with little customization

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

4–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Android, Web, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch

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Corgi

Upgrade graphic organizers to accommodate different learning styles

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

Grades

6–8

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Next Gen Personal Finance

From crypto to Venmo, up-to-date lessons teach key financial skills

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Influence, Inc.

Strategically minded simulation shows dangers of media manipulation

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

Grades

9–12

Price

Paid

Platforms

Mac, Windows

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Hypothes.is

Tool makes webpages and digital texts spaces of critique, discussion

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web, Chrome

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Cranky Uncle

Quiz-style game reinforces basic ways to battle misinformation

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Chrome, iPad, iPhone, Mac, Android, iPod Touch, Windows

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Fake It to Make It

News site sim demonstrates impact of misinformation

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

Grades

8–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Chrome, Mac, Web, Windows

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Geoguessr

Addicting gameplay jazzes up geography

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

Grades

4–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web, Android, iPad, iPhone

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Amaze

Quirky, fact-filled videos help adults answer tweens' sex-ed questions

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 2 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

5–10

Price

Free

Platforms

Web