Expert Review
Watch words branch out into intriguing, layered language maps
Grades
9–12
Price
Free to try, Paid
Platforms
Web
Versatile game emphasizes vocab-building skills
K–4
Free
iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
A multitude of no-frills literacy support tools for teachers
4–12
Quality resources for literary teens, but won't motivate reluctant writers
Little help to learn even the ASL alphabet basics
1–12
Android
No-frills reference isn't highly engaging but gets the job done
6–12
Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Windows, Web
Colorful, simple vocab practice lacks word context
6–8
Paid
Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
Social stories and visual displays connect words and concepts for kids
Pre-K–5
iPad
Turn kids into letter-writing and sounding-out machines
Pre-K–K
LeapFrog games
Pricey but definitely worth it for kids struggling with pronunciation
K–2
Free to try
Kids play fun reading and hobby games to complete a classroom yearbook
Pre-K–1
Spooky but clever twist on a classic for fun sight-words practice
iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
