ABCya is an online resource that provides fun and educational games for kids. Choose over 400 games for grades PreK through 6th grade. The website is easy to navigate and its colorful layout and design would make any child want to keep coming back to play a game. ABCya was created by teachers and the games and activities are designed by educators and parents. You can quickly choose to browse all games or select a grade level.
Not only do I love all this site has to offer but I love the "Common Core Standards" tab. Under this tab you can search for games by the Common Core Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards or by the name of the game. If you search by standard, it is broken down by grade level. Under each grade level tab, you are given the option to search by ELA, Math or Next Generation Science Standards. It gets better! Each content area is broken down even more by skills such as Reading: Foundational Skills, Speaking and Listening, Geometry, Operations & Algebraic Thinking, Life Science, Physical Science and so much more!
The "Parents and Teachers" tab has blogs with useful information that any parent and teacher will appreciate. I myself enjoyed reading the different tips and how to's that the blogs offered.
The "Videos" tab is another great feature on the website. Here, you can find different "how to" videos such as, "how to make a paper mâché piñata" or "how to make a pipe cleaner insect". I found a lot of cute crafts that I would like to learn how to make in my kindergarten classroom.
ABCya is definitely a great online resource to use in any classroom or home. The games are fun, engaging and age appropriate. It is easy for even the young ones to navigate through. I personally use this website in my classroom as a technology center. My students love it and it is great for reinforcement of skills. I love how you can access all the games for free! The site also offers a premium sign up for family or classroom. This access allows you to not only access all games on a desk top for free but also gives you complete access through a mobile. Premium access also allows you to play games at full screen and is ad free. Whether you are enjoying ABCya with a free experience or a premium one, I promise you will love what this site has to offer!
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