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Special Education Resources

Free Educational App Resources

Educational apps that can support a variety of academic areas: 
  • Starfall ABCs & Starfall Learn to Read
    • Focus: Letter sounds, phonics, early reading
    • Features: Interactive activities, letter recognition
    • Platforms: iOS & Android (via browser or apps)
  • ABC Kids - Tracing & Phonics
    • Focus: Letter tracing, phonics, early literacy
    • Features: Free handwriting practice, sounds
    • Platforms: Android (free on Google Play)
  • Writing Wizard - Kids Learn to Write
    • Focus: Letter tracing, writing skills
    • Features: Customizable letter practice
    • Platforms: iOS & Android (limited free features)
  • Number blocks – Hide & Seek & Count
    • Focus: Number recognition, counting
    • Features: Fun animations, interactive counting
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
  • Endless Numbers & Endless Alphabet
    • Focus: Number recognition, vocabulary
    • Features: Engaging animations, interactive games
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
Basic Math (Adding, Subtracting, Multiplication, Division)
  • Prodigy Math Game
    • Focus: Math practice from 1st to 8th grade
    • Features: Adaptive math challenges, game-based learning
    • Platforms: iOS & Android (free with optional paid features)
  • Math Kids: Add, Subtract, Count, & Learn
    • Focus: Addition, subtraction, counting
    • Features: Fun mini-games, interactive exercises
    • Platforms: Android (free)
  • Khan Academy Kids
    • Focus: Math, reading, social-emotional skills
    • Features: Interactive lessons, practice exercises
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
Vocabulary Development
  • Vocabulary.com
    • Focus: Vocabulary building through quizzes and word games
    • Features: Adapted to user level, fun challenges
    • Platforms: Web, but mobile-friendly via browser
  • Kids Vocabulary Builder & Games (by Peak)
    • Focus: Vocabulary for kids
    • Features: Games and quizzes to expand words
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
Anxiety & Emotional Well-being
  • Smiling Mind
    • Focus: Mindfulness and meditation for children
    • Features: Guided mindfulness practices
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
  • Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame
    • Focus: Emotional regulation, problem-solving
    • Features: Interactive activities for young children
    • Platforms: iOS & Android
  • Mindfulness for Kids (by Mindful Powers)
    • Focus: Managing anxiety and emotions
    • Features: Guided exercises, calming techniques
    • Platforms: Android (some free content)
Preschool & Early Elementary (Ages 3-7)
Letter Sounds, Letter & Number Identification, Writing Practice
  • ABC Kids - Tracing & Phonics (iOS & Android): Fun letter tracing and phonics activities.
  • Starfall ABCs & Learn to Read (iOS & Android via browser): Interactive alphabet and early reading.
  • Endless Alphabet & Endless Numbers (iOS & Android): Engaging animations for vocabulary and number recognition.
  • Writing Wizard (Android): Handwriting practice with customizable letters.
Math (Adding, Subtracting, Counting)
  • Khan Academy Kids: Games for counting, basic addition/subtraction, and early math concepts.
  • Number blocks – Hide & Seek & Count (iOS & Android): Fun counting and number recognition.
  • Math Kids: Add, Subtract, Count (Android): Interactive mini-games for basic math.
Vocabulary Development
  • Endless Alphabet (iOS & Android): Vocabulary building with fun animations.
  • Kids Vocabulary Builder & Games (by Peak): Word games and quizzes.
Anxiety & Emotional Well-being
  • Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame (iOS & Android): Simple activities for calming and problem-solving.
  • Smiling Mind (iOS & Android): Mindfulness exercises for young children.
Elementary School (Ages 8-12)
Letter & Number Identification & Writing Practice
  • ABCmouse (Limited free content): Comprehensive literacy and math activities.
  • Starfall Learn to Read & Math: Additional reading and math games.
  • Endless Numbers & Endless Alphabet (continue to be useful): Vocabulary and number recognition.
Math (Adding, Subtracting, Multiplication, Division)
  • Prodigy Math Game: Adaptive math practice aligned with curriculum.
  • Khan Academy Kids & Khan Academy: More advanced math lessons and exercises.
  • Math Kids: Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide: Fun, engaging games for all basic operations.
Vocabulary Development
  • Vocabulary.com: Word challenges and quizzes.
  • Quizlet: Create or use flashcards for vocabulary building.
Anxiety & Emotional Well-being
  • Smiling Mind: More advanced mindfulness exercises.
  • Mindfulness for Kids (by Mindful Powers): Techniques for managing stress and anxiety.
  • Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame (still useful).
Middle School & Beyond (Ages 13+)
Advanced Math & Vocabulary
  • Khan Academy (more advanced courses in math, science, and humanities)
  • Coursera & edX (free courses in various subjects)
  • Vocabulary.com: More challenging vocabulary exercises.
Writing Practice & Critical Thinking
  • CommonLit (free reading and writing resources)
  • Google Classroom & Docs (for practice and assignments)
Mental Health & Anxiety Management
  • Mindfulness & Meditation Apps (like Smiling Mind, Calm, Headspace—some free content)
  • Moodpath & Sanvello (limited free versions): Support for emotional well-being.