Preparing for AP Exams? Get #APPrepped with a Free Nexus 7
Are you planning to take AP exams in May? We want to help you prep! Enter our Twitter contest for your chance to win a Nexus 7, complete with 13 AP prep mobile apps. Studying for any test can be...
View Article6 Tips for Teaching Kids About Money
Given the importance of money management throughout one’s life, teaching children about finances should probably rank high on the priority list. Schools tend to fall short when it comes to economics...
View Article10 Best Apps for Homeschooling Parents
When it comes to apps for students, there are literally thousands of educational options out there. But what about apps for homeschooling moms and dads? We set out to find the best apps for...
View ArticleThree Great Mobile Apps Developed by Students
Building mobile apps takes time, knowledge and skill. Some developers hone the craft sooner rather than later. Last December, K12 challenged students to use their technology skills and love of science...
View ArticleMobile Apps for Preschoolers: Set Sail on a Boat Adventure
Ahoy! We spy a new app on the horizon! In K12’s newest among mobile apps for preschoolers called Boat Adventure: Short Vowel Sounds, players travel from stop to stop on their way to one of three...
View ArticleSnapchat Update Causes Classroom Chaos, Privacy Concerns
Messaging app Snapchat’s latest update has reportedly caused at least one high school classroom to descend into chaos. Many parents are no doubt wondering why an app update would generate such a strong...
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7 Great New Math Games For Android
Today we’re sharing some of the latest ways for students to learn and reinforce math concepts by using engaging mobile games and puzzles. Check them out, and if you know of other great apps, let us...
View ArticleAdvice on a Career for App Developers
The demand for app developers has exploded in recent years. According to a study by Dice.com: “Job postings for Android developers soared 302% in the first quarter of this year compared to the first...
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Let Google’s “Field Trip” App Be Your Guide
Discover Points of Interest with Field Trip You know, it’s really a shame that throughout our daily lives we may find ourselves near some really interesting or historical spots, and never know they’re...
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Improve Your Reading Speed With Spritz
How fast do you read? It’s a question I never thought much about, I always figured I read at a near or slightly above average pace. I could read, there wasn’t much more I needed to know. There were...
View ArticleMojang Releases ‘Biggest Update Yet’ with Minecraft PE 0.9.0
The immense popularity of Minecraft can’t be overstated. With around 45 million copies sold across all platforms (PC/Mac, Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and mobile) it’s one of the best-selling games of all...
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Back to School: Scheduling Tools to Keep Parents Sane
The summer is coming to an end and it’s time to start gearing up for back to school. That means stocking up on school supplies, organizing your student’s study space, and planning for the busier pace...
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Back to School: iPhone and Android Apps to Keep Students Organized
While notebooks and pencils will always have their place on the school supplies list, when it comes to staying organized, today’s students have more high-tech options than the old student planner. From...
View ArticleBack to School: Tech Tips for Parents
Today we’re sharing some of our favorite tech tips as part of our back-to-school series. We aim to bring you up to speed on some of the latest tools and technology that you can employ to organize your...
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Back to School: Must-Have Apps for Busy Parents
These must-have apps for parents can help manage every part of your busy life this back to school season and beyond. From money, to grocery shopping, to keeping track of your kids and their schedules,...
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Back to School: Top 12 iPhone and Android Apps for Students
Back-to-school season is a great time to ensure you have an arsenal of tools going into the next school year. Staying organized and having all the necessary materials are key. Technology is also a big...
View ArticleBack to School: 14 Must-Have Apps for Successful High School Students
Back-to-school season can be the most daunting time for high school students. Freshman see a noticeable difference in the difficulty of course work. For veterans, grades can be more important than ever...
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Back to School: Technology to Make Learning and Life Easier
For many, as the summer winds down, the focus turns towards heading back to school and finding success in the new school year. Between new clothes, school supplies, or even a new school, the...
View ArticlexGerms Addition Math Mobile App Released
The xGerms are back, but this time counting isn’t enough; students have to master addition facts to defeat a new crowd of mathematic microbes. Our new xGerms Addition math mobile app features 16 games...
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New National Gallery App Puts Art History in Your Kids Hands
The National Gallery of Art has come out with an amazing, interactive app that helps kids explore more than 300 years of art history. With ten sections to explore, kids can learn about the art...
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