Below are this weeks picks. This week there are some good freebies for math!
Early Childhood:
This is a group of errorless dot-to-dot activities with visual cues. You select a shape in a visual scene and when you complete the dot to dot it puts the completed picture in its place in the picture. It includes 72 pictures that are spaced across 10 levels. Great for preschool teachers and Occupational Therapists who are working on visual tracking and sequencing. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/lipa-dots/id739954441?mt=8
Alphabet Gaga by Vidhur Voora (normally $0.99)
This app has activities that work on exposure to the alphabet (upper and lower case) and words that start with that initial letter. It integrates some fine motor swiping and visual discrimination for Occupational Therapists as well. The computerized voice and graphics are not so great, but still worth getting it for free. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/alphabet-gaga/id871610532?mt=8
Elementary:
Quick Math Plus by Shiny Things (normally $1.99)
This app was made by the same folks who made Quick Clocks which I reviewed earlier this spring. Works on basic math facts, pre-algebra (find the missing number), comparing sums (greater than/less than). You handwrite the answers instead of selecting from a field or typing. It has four levels beginner through extreme. If you are familiar with the app Lumosity, it has a similar sound effects and interface. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/quick-math+/id703287370?mt=8
Bonsai Slice by Playground Theory (normally $2.99)
This app is very similar to fruit ninja where you slice food and not bombs. However inside of swiping all over the screen, you hold the entire iPad and move it around to slice with your virtual sword. It is great for Occupational Therapists who have an iPad in a durable case. It works on visual discrimination and hand-eye coordination. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bonsai-slice/id761167894?mt=8
AppTutor AWP - Addition Word Problems by PadStar Publishing (normally $0.99)
App Tutor makes several math apps that are aligned with common core standards. All their math apps include a tutorial and practice activity. You can download worksheets and a hint sheet (study sheet). https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/apptutor-awp-addition-word/id569979671?mt=8
Middle-High School apps:
Math 42 by Cogeon GmbH (normally $0.99)
Type in any problems and then it provides the answer and steps on how it was solved. It also has a training mode. For an OT who doesn't teach math, I thought it was intuitive to use and great for homework help. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/math-42/id664457128?mt=8
ClassApp: Biology by Stephanie Halldorson
Introductory app (today is the last day it's free). It's a virtual binder of Biology study tips including tips on writing abstracts, lab reports, critical reviews and bibliographies. It's designed for college students so it would be a good reference for high schoolers taking AP Bio. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/classapp-biology/id853824452?mt=8
Other apps that are free today (that I didn't get to!):
Xsolve by Emanuel Jarnea (algebraic problem solver)
Be S.M.A.R.T. by Mikhail Nikonorov (write and track SMART goals)
Tody by Peter Drejer (special todo list for household cleaning routines)
SkyDocs by Oleksandr Romanov (file manager and document storage)
Unit Converter by Pinch Multimedia (angle, area, currency, weight, volume, etc.)
Annie's Picking Apples 2 by Real Fun Learning (basic math skills)
Memagine by Quatrian Inc. (memory activity)
Complete Me! by YesApps LLC (complete partial pictures, works on visual closure)
LiPa Train by Lipa Learning s.r.o. (works on preschool level logic/science)
Free Apps I thought were just fair or poor (and were quickly deleted, so download with reservations):
rechenapp by Wolfgang Loechteken
-The graphics are nonexistent. The app is for math facts (and probably other skills, but there is no information at all on the iTunes Preview) and if you get a problem wrong, you go back to the beginning.
Baby Emotions by I Can Do Apps
-I really like the photos of babies with captions. However, there is no auditory labeling of the pictures just the option for lullaby music that sounds like it belongs on a bad Baby Einstein DVD.
Subtracting Sardines HD by Marcel Widarto
This app works on learning subtraction by kids entering in their own problems and using the sardines to count them. It allows negative numbers and the manipulatives for this situation doesn't make sense. I think it would confuse students instead of help them.
Now tech that!
*Disclaimer: I'm just passing on iPad app deals I had a chance to download, take a few minutes to mess with it and I found interesting. These apps may not apply to your student and/or may not be considered an Assistive Technology tool (An app that applies to your student's IEP goal(s) they are not making progress in despite the modifications in place).
If you would like to see more App picks (paid and free), please go to my Pinterest page!
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