Reading Eggs and Math Seeds: An Online Program Review
DISCLOSURE: I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY PRODUCT THROUGH THE HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW.
One of the hardest challenges in education is finding the right balance of student enjoyment and actual student learning. As educators, you know they learn the best when they are enjoying themselves - when it becomes a game or playing somehow, but at the same time you also know they are NOT going to love everything the world will require of them, thus learning may not always be a joy ride. Thankfully, there are some things in life that are both educational AND fun! Today, we’re talking about one of our favorites, Reading Eggs and Mathseeds from the Reading Eggs company.
What We Received:
We received a one-year subscription to Reading Eggs and Math Seeds for up to 4 students, of which we used 3.
How It Works:
Reading Eggs is an online program designed to enhance reading, comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and spelling skills through videos, games and online books. There are 3 levels: Reading Eggs Junior for ages 2-4, Reading Eggs for ages 3-7, and Reading Eggspress for ages 7-13. Students can move back and forth between these levels at any time and accumulate eggs as a reward and form of currency that can be used to buy things like clothing for their avatar or additions to their apartment section. Additionally, there is a section called Fast Phonics that is just games that help support phonetic skills. Math Seeds is a companion program that works on math skills in a similar fashion as Reading Eggs, but uses acorns as its currency. All parts of the program keep records of what and how the student is doing for reference. There are also printable activity sheets (in English and Spanish) that align with each map in the program. If you would like to develop an entire homeschool program surrounding their products, they provide a complete recommendation for K-2nd grade. Sold separately, they offer workbooks for K-5 too.
What We Thought:
We are not new to Reading Eggs so I can say with confidence that it is a very fun and educational program. Since we use paper and pencil based curriculum for their core work, Reading Eggs is seen as a fun reward in our house. My 3 children at 10, 8 and 4 years old each have their own account, but they all often enjoy watching their siblings play on the program. They especially explain that they were helping their little brother when found watching over his shoulder while supposed to be doing something else. The older two children probably utilize Reading Eggs to the fullest because they can play all the games and read read many level of books, but my 4 year old has certainly benefitted the most as he’s navigating phonics and starting to form words.. One of the things I appreciate about Reading Eggs for beginners is how they aren’t required to be too precise with their use of the mouse. Other programs have been very frustrating to little hands just learning to maneuver.
With everything so customizable and student-led, each child has a unique and positive experience that makes learning natural and fun. If you’re looking for an online reading program, Reading Eggs should be at the top of your list.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readingeggsUSCA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/readingeggs
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ED-7e2xA3fxgrM7Wq2XGQ
Looking for a different age or experience level? Several other families shared their reviews through the link below:
