Back 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...
View ArticleBack to School: Must-Have Web Tools for Students
You may have already started your back to school checklist—reference books, pens, paper, backpack, new clothes—but don’t forget the best in free and low-cost web tools for students. If you haven’t...
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Back to School: Apps for Homeschool Students
We recently shared our top 10 apps for homeschooling parents, but that doesn’t mean we’ve forgotten about homeschooled students. These 15 apps are some of the top-rated for learning at home, whether...
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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...
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5 Fun and Educational Doctor Who Activities Your Kids Will Love
This weekend kicks off the new season of Doctor Who. First aired in 1963, Doctor Who has been one of the longest running series on television. With more than 800 episodes and hundreds of books, 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...
View ArticleAn Amazing Web Experience Shows Kids How Big Our Solar System Actually Is
How big is the solar system? Have you ever tried to explain to your kids how big the solar system is? It can be difficult. Designer Josh Worth found that out while trying to explain the distances to...
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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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6 Video Games for Teens Based on Books
Did you know that some of the best video games today are based on books? If your teen (or pre-teen) has been playing these games, he or she may be unaware of the great, original story lines and...
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5 Graphic Design Projects and Games Your Kids Will Love
Any parent with an artistic child knows the importance of keeping their child’s creative mind flowing. I remember how my mom would always carry a small box of crayons (or at least a pen) with her for...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Video Games in Education
The use of video games as authentic learning tools is a controversial subject. In the past, video games have been labeled violent, pointless, and mind-numbing, but now educators are exploring the...
View ArticleEducational Toys: 10 Gift Ideas for Kids of All Ages
Finding just the right gift for someone special in your life can be a difficult task, and finding the right gift for kids can be even tougher. With interests and hobbies that can change by the day,...
View Article10 Free Apps to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
We’re in the final stretch of 2014, with a new year just around the corner. For many people, this is a time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the coming one. In fact, about 45% of Americans...
View Article17 More Board Games for a Family Game Night
We’ve updated our Family Friendly Board Games post for the 2014 holiday season! These games are guaranteed to bring everyone together for a fun family game night. Each game has a learning element and...
View ArticleNew Minecraft Game Will Add Story to the Sandbox
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Minecraft here at Learning Liftoff. We love the game for the creativity kids exercise when they play, and for the many ways that teachers and parents can use the...
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Best Educational Activities and Games for Kids of 2014
The Best Educational Activities and Games for Kids is one in a series covering Learning Liftoff’s Best of 2014. Looking back, it’s no surprise that some of our most popular articles featured games....
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Best Educational Tools of 2014
Today we’re bringing you a recap of the best educational tools we’ve brought you throughout the last year. As a part of our Best of 2014 series, we aim to provide your family with some valuable tips...
View ArticleWhat Parents Need to Know About Trivia Crack
More than nine out of ten American teenagers use social media, and platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat are part of every day life for millions. So whether you’re on the cutting edge...
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10 Engineering Games and Apps for Kids
According to a recent report, seven of the top 25 jobs in America in 2015 are engineering positions, while several more are tech-related. And according to Bureau of Labor statistics, millions more STEM...
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10 Best Apps for Teens
Today we’re excited to debut a new monthly feature on Learning Liftoff highlighting the most educational and useful apps for families. This month’s collection of apps coincides with our theme for the...
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