ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

By Age of Learning, Inc.
Price $7.95
Age 2-6 yrs.

The depth and breadth of this online learning curriculum for ages 2-6 is truly stunning. The material is organized and presented in ways that are highly engaging and easily navigable. With over 3,000 learning activities in the form of books, games, puzzles, songs, animations, and art activities, you might fear being overwhelmed, but don't. The easy interface makes for smooth sailing while providing important educational basics in reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music. And parents set the level at which children learn - from preschool through kindergarten. The family account allows individual accounts for up to 3 children, with each child's home page, onscreen avatar, activity history, rewards, artwork, and creative projects tracked and saved separately. There are 3 distinct ways to learn: The Step-by-step Learning Plan, which follows a prescribed path through lessons; Independent Learning, which allows you to explore any activities anywhere on the site; and Guided Learning, for the parent who wants to create custom lessons for their child. A reward system is integrated into all 3 approaches, with children earning tickets upon completion of each lesson that can be used in the online store, as well as a pride-inducing certificate each time he or she graduates to the next level. A subscription is 7.95 per month.