Many school districts across the country utilize one-to-one computing; this means that each child is provided with a laptop or, in many cases, a Chromebook. According to a 2018 market brief by EdWeek, Chromebooks represented 60 percent of school computer purchases. Kajeet reported that in 2019 the majority of schools and districts—85 percent—use a Chromebook … Read more
In kindergarten, children are learning the basics of reading. They are exploring sound blends, memorizing sight words and reading easy text. By fifth grade, students will be preparing for middle school. Their reading is likely focused on chapter books, and they are learning more abstract concepts. The years between kindergarten and fifth grade represent an … Read more
Handheld technology devices like smartphones and tablets let children and adults socialize, watch movies, stream music and play games from anywhere. Parents often download educational apps for kids to ensure that children can practice core skills like reading and math facts while parents are running errands. While apps provide convenient entertainment options and also could … Read more
Apple products are extremely popular, and many consumers are so loyal to the brand that they are willing to wait in vast lines when new products—especially iPhones—are officially available to the public. Statista reports that 46.9 percent of smartphone owners are using an iPhone, and there are a total of 113 million U.S. iPhone users. … Read more
Families might have multiple children in different elementary grades. Each child may be learning the same subjects with different expectations. However, all elementary students have one common homework assignment: reading! Parents may be managing reading expectations at different levels of reading. Some children could be fluent readers, others might just be learning. Parents also may … Read more
Technology is part of the daily routine for children. The wired world interweaves in the classroom and at home. Laptops are used in school for many assignments, and smartphones are both communication hubs and a means of entertainment. Unfortunately, the prevalence of digital devices leaves kids staring at screens constantly. While parents may try to … Read more