Applications - CRD - Fall 2025 by Dr. Sharon Mistretta

Algodoo Recommended by Karen Weir-Brown

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http://www.algodoo.com/
Play with physics by designing, constructing, and exploring with this 2D simulation.

Tangrams by Osmo recommended by Angel Young

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tangram
For students in kindergarten through fifth grade. This app allows students to see tangram pictures in a whole new way

Build and Play recommended by Angel Young

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https://www.educationalappstore.com/app/build-and-play-3d-planes-trains-robots-and-more
Especially for preschoolers through first grade. Students can build machines with the provided parts.

Test Tube Games by Marco Machado

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https://www.testtubegames.com/
Physical science simulations and games host that allows for peer assessment of understanding via level creators that require application of scientific principles.

Wabbitemu by Marco Machado

cottagetechnology — 2025-08-13 16:57:43 UTC

http://wabbitemu.org/
Free emulation of TI-83/84 graphing calculator on Android devices for usage in courses that require more advanced computational work.

TI Smartview CE by Marco Machado

cottagetechnology — 2025-08-13 16:57:43 UTC

https://education.ti.com/en/software/details/en/BE8220257AA241148986628D6EE332E5/ti-smartview-ce-for-ti-84-plus-family
A computer-based emulation of the popular TI-83/84 series of graphing calculators for usage by both students and instructors to improve calculator literacy.

Crazy Gears recommended by Angel Young

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crazy-gears
For preschoolers and adults! Put gears, pulleys, chains, and rods together to see how they can interact.

Frog Dissection

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The virtual Frog Dissection provides students the closest experience to dissecting a real organism with other added benefits. Not only does it offer a guided dissection lab, the application supplements learning with videos, quizzes, frog biology, and other interactive activities.

SockPuppets

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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sock-puppets-complete/id547666894
SockPuppets is an app that allows users to create their own puppet shows, while recording their voices, and then share them on either Facebook or YouTube.

Geoboard

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Available online and on the iPad, Geoboard is a platform for learning geometry, as well as its components, including fractions, congruency, angles, and other principles.

Manufacturing Technician

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Engineering and science simulation that allows the learner to interact with car parts while working for Honda! Collect and analyze data while troubleshooting issues during the design process. Learn what it feels like to work in this industry in this virtual world.

Climate Kids

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Climate change resources from NASA for the elementary student. Engaging topics that support NGSS for Weather and Climate and offers additional resources for educators as well.

Makey Makey apps for plug and play

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Makey Makey is truly a product that can address all learners with a range of skills and creative ideas and is a platform that addresses all levels of the SAMR model. After obtaining a makey makey device, this site includes many apps that can be used to design a wide range of project.

Virtual Manipulatives

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A variety of hands on virtual manipulatives that allows the learner to make models in order to make sense of math problems. Aligns with the Standards of Math Practice and supports in person and digital learning.

DeltaMath

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Nicole Williams

DeltaMath is a program used for Algebra 1 - Pre-Caclulus online practice. There are videos and worked examples for each problem.

Meeperbots

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The Meeperbots can be coded with the Meeperbot App. The bot chassis is compatible with brick-block (or Lego) pieces on top.

Study Jams

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Amazing resource for both science and math topics! Grades 2-6 will have access to simulations, photos, and cartoon analogies that support the science and math topics throughout the grade levels. Serves as a great introduction to a lesson or as a reflection after mastery.

IXL

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Nicole Williams

IXL is a way to assess students on standards covered in class. The practices are varied students are able to practice as much as they want.

Flippity

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Flippity is a great app where you can take a spreadsheet upload it to the website and it will turn your information into flashcards or a review game in seconds.

Gimkit

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Nicole Williams

Gimkit is so much fun! Interactive games to review material covered in class. They are constantly adding new games.

Pear Deck

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Interact with students LIVE or set the pace for students on their own, with this amazing student response tech platform for teachers! No more boring slide shows. This platform supports engagement, while students are eager to play. Data can be collected and analyzed to access accuracy and participation.

Kahoot!

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Nicole Williams

Kahoot is another fun game to play with students. These can be used in class or at home.

Nearpod

cottagetechnology — 2025-08-13 16:57:43 UTC

Nearpod is an interactive classroom tool that can be used to deliver engaging pre-made or teacher-made lessons synchronously or asynchronously through the app or web-based on any student device.

Canvs

jedipirate89 — 2025-08-13 16:57:43 UTC

Nicole Williams

Canvas is the online management system Virginia is using for students and teachers. There are a variety of ways to provide instruction to students; including the quiz feature that provided immediate feedback to students.

Keynote

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Keynote is a presentation app that can be used for students to present information or research across content areas.

Quizlet

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Collaborative vocabulary/
flash card deck style app. Sets can be created to meet the needs of any target age level or subject area/ standard.

Toontastic 3D

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Toontastic 3D allows students to create their own digital storyboards, retells, or stories with customized characters, settings, soundtracks, and more.

Stop Motion Studio

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Stop Motion Studio is an easy way to introduce students to animation via stop motion. When given the chance, students can express themselves and their creativity through stop motion.