App Review: Dino Train Jurassic Jr.

App Name: Dino Train Jurassic Jr.
Developer: PBS Kids
Cost: $1.99
Available on iOS, Amazon, Windows, Google Play
Recommended for Kindergarten - Grade 2

This app features three mathmatic games based on the PBS show Dinosaur Train. In one game kids will balance food items on a scale, learning about weight and measurment. In another, they build a bridge using logs while praciticing measurement and counting skills. In the third game, dinosaurs are sorted by sizes. The app is easy to use and fans of the show will enjoy playing with their favorite characters. Kids will gain practice with mathematical thinking, addition, measurement, sequences, and problem solving through game play.

Moose Math Review

App Name: Moose Math
Developer: Duck Duck Moose
Cost: Free
Available on iOS, Android, Kindle
Recommended for Preschool - Grade 1

Children learn through play, so we like that this app introduces math concepts in fun, interactive ways. The app setting is a city and activities take place in places like a juice and smoothie shop and a pet store. Kids will enjoy the playful interface while practicing math and science concepts like counting, addition, subtraction, sorting, and geometry.

App Review: Endless Collection

App Name: Endless Alphabet, Endless Numbers, Endless Spanish
Developer: Originator
Cost: Free with in app purchases
Available on iOS, Google Play, and Windows
Recommended for Kindergarten - Grade 2

The adorable monsters in this app introduce kids to letters, numbers, and the Spanish language in a fun and engaging way. The free app comes with 6 free letters, numbers, or words depending on the app. Kids practice recognizing letters, spelling, and sound recognition. Additional items can be purchased in the app. This app is recommended for beginner readers and writers.

Users will practice letter recognition and phonological awareness (understanding the sounds that each letter makes). Kids are also introduced to common sight words and new vocabulary in English and Spanish as well as beginner math skills like counting and sequencing.