Educational Apps and Learning Software for Older Children and Teens

This page presents a concise list of top educational tools, each with direct links, categorized by purpose and age suitability.

General Learning

• eduActiv8: Interactive tasks for up to grade 7. Covers math, language, puzzles. Install.
• Khan Academy: All-grade lessons in math, science, arts. Free, no ads. iOS, Android.
• Socratic: AI app for high school/college help. Visual explanations. iOS, Android.
• Fact Monster: Web-based reference for core subjects and homework help.

Flashcards & Memory

• Study Stack: Flashcards + games. iOS, Android.
• Cram: Study and share millions of flashcards. iOS, Android.
• Vocabulary Builder: Test-prep word study. iOS, Android.
• MemoryLifter: Multimedia flashcards with Leitner system. Modules.
• KWordQuiz: Flashcard app with quiz modes. Windows.
• Parley: Vocabulary trainer with spaced repetition. Windows.
• Artha: Offline thesaurus. Windows/Linux.
• WordWeb: Offline dictionary with web links. Windows.

Math Tools

• Coolmath Games: Logic and number games. Includes Word, Number, Logic, and Science games.
• Microsoft Math Solver: Solves scanned or typed problems. Includes games, tests, lectures. iOS, Android.
• GeoGebra Scientific Calculator: Exam-safe calculator for fractions, stats, trig. iOS, Android.
• KAlgebra: Math calculator with 2D/3D plots. Windows, Linux.
• NLVM: Java-based math tools for K–12. Covers algebra, geometry, and probability.
• RekenTest: Math practice with decimals, fractions, money. Windows.
• GeoGebra: Algebra and geometry tools with manipulatives. Apps.
• Desmos: Graphing calculator for 6–12th grade. iOS, Android.
• Graphing Calculator 3D: Plots equations and 3D data. Windows/Mac/Linux.
• LabPlot: Data plotting and analysis. Windows, Linux.
• Thinking Blocks: Visual math problem-solving using blocks. Web-based.
• Mangahigh: Math games for ages 7–16. Covers arithmetic to algebra. Web-based.

Science Tools

• NASA STEM Games: Interactive games on space science for grades 5–12.
• NASA Visualization Explorer: Mobile access to NASA’s latest missions. Android.
• Stellarium: Real-time 3D sky simulation. Windows/Mac/Linux.
• Science Zone: Science videos and visuals. iOS, Android.
• Periodic Table Explorer: Element reference with visuals. Windows.
• Step: Physics simulator with adjustable forces. Windows, Linux.
• Blobz Guide: Intro to electric circuits for grades 2–7. Web-based.

Coding Tools

• Scratch: Visual coding for games and animations. Download.
• BASIC-256: Simple BASIC programming with graphics. Windows/Linux.
• Swift Playgrounds: Learn coding in Swift with puzzles. iPad, Mac.
• AppInventor.org: Tutorials for MIT App Inventor. Web-based coding lessons.
• Google CS First: Coding curriculum for middle school. Organized by themes and difficulty.
• EarSketch: Learn coding through music in Python/JavaScript. Collaborative and project-based.

History Tools

• Mission US: Role-play key moments in US history. Web-based, for middle school.
• History Channel App: Stream history documentaries and videos. iOS, Android.
• History Near You: Discover local historic sites with real-time alerts. iOS, Android.
• Seterra: Over 400 map quizzes in 40+ languages. Apps, Web.
• Marble: Digital globe for exploring geographic and historical maps. Windows, Linux.

Arts & Culture

• Google Arts & Culture: Explore global art and culture through virtual tours, articles, and games. iOS, Android.
• DailyArt: Discover a new artwork each day with context and links. iOS, Android.
• Minuet: Music theory and ear training app. Windows, Linux.
• GarageBand: Full-featured music studio. iOS, Mac.
• Krita: Professional digital art studio. Windows, Android, Linux.

Productivity Tools

• Evernote: Note-taking and task management synced across devices. iOS, Mac, Windows, Android.
• Klavaro: Touch typing tutor for all keyboard layouts. Windows/Mac/Linux.
• Flipboard: Curated magazine-style news aggregator. iOS, Android.