How to Keep Your Kids Learning This Summer
Only 6 weeks, 21 hours and 5 minutes until the kids go back to school. Sound familiar? Entertaining kids during the summer can feel daunting, but keeping them preoccupied has never been easier thanks to technology. Just be sure to take some precautions first before letting them loose on the internet. Protect your family by utilizing an internet service provider who offers online protection from malware and viruses. You can even protect your kids from viewing inappropriate content when using your devices by setting up parental controls. This will ensure they’re staying safe while learning online.
From science to math and history, kids can continue their learning outside of the classroom. This means more fun for them and less chaos for you. Here’s how to keep your kids learning this summer:
Science
No need for lab coats or test tubes, the Toca Lab is mess-free and located right in the palm of your hands. The Toca Lab: Elements app lets your kids learn the periodic table with ease by interacting with different elements on their device. Test them in the centrifuge, the Bunsen burner, when mixed with a cooling agent or supplied a higher voltage. Sit back, relax, and allow your kids to explore the mysterious world of science.
Math
Your children don’t have to only learn math, they can love it, too, with Operation Math. After completing their training, your kids will be prepared to undergo a mission to help combat the enemy. They’ll race against the clock to solve equations, like addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication, to advance to the next level. As they continue answering math problems correctly, they’ll unlock even more rewards like new spy gadgets and uniforms. The fun doesn’t have to end once the kids return to school, either. The Operation Math app can be used alongside coursework to help your kids stay ahead and ace their tests.
Geography/History
Taking a road trip this summer? Rather than playing the License Plate Game, download Geography Drive USA for a more enriching experience on the road. As you navigate the highway, your kids can learn facts about each state through an interactive trivia challenge with over 600 questions. Geography Drive USA motivates users to play by awarding trophies and upgrades and can accommodate up to three players on one device. You’ll have your kids itching to learn more, just make sure the competition stays friendly.
Just because school has ended, doesn’t mean your child’s education should. Technology can be a powerful tool in educating children when used correctly. Let your kids engage their minds this summer so they can excel in the fall.
About the Author: Jennifer Thayer is a technology writer from Southern California. She is passionate about exploring new ways technology can be used to make day-to-day tasks easier. Follow her on Twitter.
