The children of today grow up surrounded by technology. They have cell phones, laptops, flat screen TVs and video game systems by the time they’re 6, and they know how to use them better than we do! While many parents find this abundance of technology a frustrating distraction for their kids, it can actually be used to their advantage – especially when it comes to education. The Internet is chockfull of educational resources and tools that can pique kids’ curiosity, inspire ideas and encourage learning in ways traditional education just can’t. Want to help your child expand their mind? Then try these top 20 kids’ educational websites:
- Wonderopolis – This site does just what its name would imply: encourages kids to wonder. It offers daily “wonder questions,” interactive quizzes, forums and discovery tools that help children learn about subjects they’re personally interested in.
- PBS Kids – PBS Kids is an educational hub that offers games, contests, mazes and videos. There’s also a section just for older kids and tweens called “PBS Kids Go!”
- Starfall – Starfall encourages letter recognition and helps young children learn to read in a fun, easy and interactive way. Kids can read plays, comics, stories and much more in phonics-based way that helps them learn.
- Funbrain – Funbrain exists to make learning fun. The site boasts tons of games, many of which are based around math, reading and vocabulary. There are even interactive comics!
- BrainPOP – Of all these kids’ educational websites, BrainPOP stands out, because it’s specifically designed for kids who learn at a faster pace than others. It offers image- and video-rich content in all areas of education, including science, social studies, language arts, math and more.
- Kids Know It – Kids Know It offers subject-specific learning activities that are both interactive and fun. Dinosaurs, state capitals and anatomy are just a few of the subjects you’ll find here.
- Learning Games for Kids – For kids who love computer games, this site is perfect. Interactive games are used to instill key skills (like typing, music note recognition and more) and encourage learning in all basic subjects.
- National Geographic Kids – What child doesn’t love animals? This site helps encourage learning about nature, the environment, animal groups from all around the world, and more. There are even hands-on crafts and recipes to try.
- Youngzine – An online news magazine just for kids, Youngzine offers educational articles, videos and photos that children can get interested in. Technology, sciences, world news, art and books are just a few of the subjects covered.
- Seriously Amazing – Seriously Amazing helps spark curiosity in young minds. Hosted by the Smithsonian Institute, this encourages kids to ask questions and learn more about subjects they’re interested in.
Stay tuned for the second part in this series, when we’ll reveal 10 more kids’ educational websites that can help your child learn, grow and develop – specifically in the STEM-related fields. In the meantime, check out our upcoming VentureLab programs, and help inspire your child’s inner entrepreneur.
