I-Pad By: Rikki Johnson

What is an I-Pad? A netbook without a keyboard. It can have apps that are useful for education, games, and real world problems. It is used a lot in schools. We will be using this a lot in our stations!

What Are Some Apps We Will Use in Math? Butterfly Math Addition- This app works on number recognition and addition. 123 Numbers Free- This app works on numbers 0 to 10, including ordering, sequencing, odds and evens, and writing numbers. Counting 123- This app is packed with four different mini-games: Fish Tap challenge, Spot the Differences, Jumping Grasshopper, and a Dresses Fashion Show. It teaches numbers from one to 10. Counting Money- In practice mode, the user must answer the question correctly in order to proceed to the next question. The user presses the check button after each attempt to check the answer. In quiz mode, the user has one opportunity to answer the question correctly. There are two difficulty types, beginner and normal. Interactive Telling Time Lite- Learn to set the time via Interactive clocks with movable hour and minute hand! Learn the concept of day and night. Learn how to use AM/PM, 12 hour, and 24 hour clock notation.

What Are Some Apps We Will Use in Reading? ABC PocketPhonics- Kids can develop skills in letter sounds, writing, and first words with ABC PocketPhonics. Independent research has shown kids using this app can learn even faster than they would in a classroom lesson. Parents and teachers alike love this app as an early childhood learning tool. Booksy- Students in Kindergarten to second grade can learn to read on this free platform. Designed to help children practice and develop their reading skills, students can download books that help to build comprehension, give cues, and even track progress with detailed user stats. Letter Lab- An incredible tool for learning to write and recognize ABCs, kids will trace uppercase and lowercase letters with their fingers on this app. Letter Lab not only teaches kids to write, but also about real-world objects with an audio component. My Word Wall- Children can develop early reading skills with the help of My Word Wall, an educational app for budding readers. Students will hear, visualize, vocally repeat, and write down letters and words to learn, plus get engaged with educational activities that are great for all learning styles. Fun games and structured learning make this app a great choice.

Pictures of Math Apps Butterfly Math Addition 123 Numbers Free Counting 123 Counting Money Interactive Telling Time Lite

Pictures of Reading Apps ABC PocketPhonics Booksy Letter Lab My Word Wall

Why is it Useful? To help students learn how to not only use technology, but to be able to learn lessons and activities through games so they can have fun and interact with their classmates. It also lets them use critical thinking on the apps and how to use technology.