10+1 educational apps to use during quarantine

Quarantine is hard. So, it’s working from home, taking online classes, and trying to keep your children occupied all day while also getting your work done. Here, we have compiled some great educational apps that you can let your kids play with, as they are not only fun but also educational.

Educational apps

There are both free and premium apps available here, although some are only free during the pandemic. Some of them are not only for children but can also be used by adults who want to further their skills.

Maths

Prodigy is a free, fantasy-themed, Maths-based game. You get points and stars for solving problems. It is recommended for ages 7 to 13, is available for Apple and Android, and it is free.

Math Games offers 21 interactive games. You can also choose to play based on age or grade from ages 4 to 14, or based on which skill you may want to practice. It is available on desktop.

Funbrain Jr has interactive Maths games and puzzles for little ones, as well as a Stories section where they have picture books. The more games they complete, the more stickers they get as a reward. It is available on desktop and on Apple.

Languages

Duolingo is not only for children, but it is popular among many adults. It is a free language learning app, and it might be fun to try with your children. It has illustrations in it, so even if your child cannot read, you can do it together. It is available on desktop and on Apple and Android.

Drops offers over 35 languages, in which you can learn vocabulary through fun games with simple images and visuals. They also have audio content, recorded by professional voice actors, so everything is crystal-clear. It is available on both Apple and Android for free and offers in-app purchases.