After I covered the best search engines kids can use to safely navigate the web, I am sharing with you another equally helpful collection of websites for kids. These are platforms where provide educational content designed specifically to cater to the learning needs of kids.
From learning about how the world around us functions to exploring the intricacies of outer space, these websites are ideal for engaging kids in fun and immersive learning experiences that can help them develop their intellectual and cognitive skills.
1- BrainPOP Jr.
BrainPOP JR. offers engaging educational content in the form of animated videos covering a wide variety of content areas including Math, social studies, science, engineering, health, arts, music and many more. Check out a full review of BrainPOP Jr. to learn more
2- Discovery MindBlown
Discovery MindBlown offers a collection of educational resources kids and young learners can use to explore and learn about the world. These include games, puzzles, videos, books, activities and many more
3- The Lawrence Hall of Science
Access tons of interactive educational materials to help kids learn about science. It provides hands-on activities and games that introduce kids to the world of science.
4- Nat Geo Kids
‘Nat Geo Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core.’
5- PBS Kids
‘PBS KIDS is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children through curriculum-based entertainment. With a 360-degree approach towards learning and reaching children, PBS KIDS leverages the full spectrum of media and technology to build knowledge, critical thinking, imagination and curiosity.
By involving parents, teachers, caregivers and communities as learning partners, PBS KIDS helps to empower children for success in school and in life.’
6- Kodable
Kodable helps kids develop coding skills and learn computer science. It offers over ’70 lessons with both on-screen and off-screen components. Every lesson includes instruction guidance, vocabulary words, and student materials.
You can teach K-5 computer science as it’s own content area or integrate into math, ELA, digital citizenship, robotics, or other subject area.’
7- ABCYa
ABCYa features a wide collection of educational games and apps designed specifically for kids. Games are arranged into different levels and content areas.
8- Funbrain
‘Funbrain offers hundreds of games, books, comics, and videos that develop skills in math, reading, problem-solving and literacy.’ Check out this detailed Fun Brain review to learn more.
9- DOGO News
‘With over 3,000 articles on topics ranging from Science and Social Studies to International current events, DOGOnews exposes kids to the world around them and helps develop vocabulary and reading skills.’
10- Scratch
‘With Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community.Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively — essential skills for life in the 21st century.’
11- Smithsonian Education
Smithsonian Education offers tons of educational materials and resources that kids can use to learn about different topics including science, history, art, nature and many more.
12- NASA Kids Club
Help young learners explore outer world and learn more about space with these educational activities and learning materials designed and offered by NASA.
13 Peep and the Big Wide World
Peep and the Big Wide World is a good website for kids. It offers a wide range of educational resources including games, hands-on activities, and videos covering different topics related to science and math.
The app also offers parents resources in the form of videos that model fun activities to do together with kids. PEEP's apps (e.g., Shadows, Colors, Ramps, Sounds, etc) are also available for download enabling parents and kids to access content offline.
Sources:
1- 10 Awesome Educational Websites for Kids You Must Bookmark (MakeUseOf)
2- 25 Great Educational Websites for Kids (Care)
3- 20 Really Cool and Useful Websites for Kids (Lifehack)
4- Educational Sites That Are Good for Kids (New Kids-Center)
5- Best Websites for Kids (Digital Trends)
