Social Studies Apps
Social Science is a branch of study which deals with Human Beings – their behaviour, growth and development, relationships, resources they use and the various institutions they require to function and carry on their life smoothly.
The inclusion of Social Studies in the curriculum right from primary to secondary classes signifies the importance of the subject and the role it plays in a student’s life. Social Studies is incorporated in the school curriculum through a combination of subjects like – History, Geography, Cultural Studies, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, etc.
These subjects help children to develop awareness of the World and Environment, helps to develop critical thinking abilities, helps to enhance the social understanding of students and helps students to become better citizens. Furthermore, learning about the different religions, social and cultural beliefs, castes and creed, nationalities and ethnicity, values, languages, festivals, food and clothing, types of families, etc makes students aware that the society they live in, is diverse and multicultural and yet there is interdependence and inter-relatedness between different people, families, cultures, religions and countries.
On this page, teachers and parents will find numerous social studies apps for children. As a teacher, if you're planning a unit or writing lesson plans, then look no further. We have some suggestions for you. As a parent, go beyond the four walls of your child's classroom. Reach into an app and discover the world with your child.
Kids World Culture app provides opportunities for kids to describe their culture, but also have the opportunity to explore others to learn about the world beyond. Teaching your kids about world cultures helps them appreciate the differences in people and their traditions.Kids World Cultures is an important app for children and families to explore in order to learn and understand the diverse world we live in today. It is also beneficial in order to build cultural competency and build better rapport with children and families of different cultural backgrounds!
Devices: iPhone, iPad
Back in Time is an e-textbook app that is quite stunning and is suitable for children that are aged above 10. It takes kids through an exploration of Earth, world history, civilization and life in general. This app allows you to experience the journey through the time where each event is well documented in historical and social context, rare and interesting facts and a well illustrative timeline. This offers an interesting and also great learning experience using some custom made animations that bring an event to life.
Devices: iPhone, iPad
Actively Learn is a award-winning curriculum platform for grades 3-12 is designed to facilitate deeper learning in ELA, science, and social studies.
Devices: Web
Adventure Academy is a children's learning program that features thousands of games, activities and videos designed for children. Adventure Academy is free to download and includes a 30-day free trial, after which parents pay $12.99/month or $45/year. Adventure Academy can be accessed and used from a variety of different devices, including your phone, tablet, and computer. Adventure Academy download is available for iOS (iPad and iPhone) and for Android devices as well as on desktop (PCs, laptops and Mac computers).
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
Amaziograph is a simplified art app great for doodlers and lovers of colouring books - young or old. More creative than colouring and more supportive than doodling, the app’s users create beautifully intricate artworks using symmetry, tessellation and kaleidoscope-style tools. Its simple tools combine to form surprisingly artistic results. Amaziograph is downloadable on iOS iPads and Android tablets with slight differences. The app is available as a single low-priced purchase without in-app purchases or subscription options.
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
Stack the countries is an educational geography game teaching and testing students on the countries of the world and their shapes, neighbours, landmarks, capital cities, languages, flags, and other geographical facts. Stack the Countries is available on iOS and Android devices.
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
Stack the States is a good tool for teachers to use with students to help them memorize the names of U.S. states and capitals. It works well with reluctant learners who may be motivated by mixing those need-to-know facts with more interesting trivia and fast-paced gameplay. The states become animated characters, with eyes that follow your motions, and because they're so adorable, they'll inspire some kids to play more.
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
News-O-Matic is a modern app-based news service for kids. Every weekday it provides specially-written news stories and other fact-based articles for subscribers to its app and web-app-based service. News-O-Matic is available on iOS, Android and Kindle Fire. Each child using News-O-Matic can access a version of the service based upon their reading ability so that they can both enjoy learning new things and developing their reading skills. As you'll see in this News-O-Matic review, the News-O-Matic service is both a great idea and superbly delivered.
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
On Second Thought Apps Android Apps Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Smart Notebook Program for Windows Still Version Animated Version Smart Notebook Program for Mac Still Version Animated Version
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad , Windows
Kids Academy is an educational program for kids to learn and practice through the fun and engaging activities: educational games, interactive worksheets, quizzes, songs, books, videos and more. Kids can use the web-based version on computers or tablets or the Kids Academy app for iOS and Android.
Devices: Android, iPhone, iPad
Issa's Edible Adventures is a stunning application that is suitable for ages 6 and above and follows the adventures of Issa as she discovers the ingredients from around the world to help make wonderful dishes. This beautifully designed app has been inspired by celebrity chef Aliya LeeKong who has a passion for bringing global and socially conscious foods into everyday cooking. This app is free from in-app adverts.
Devices: iPhone, iPad
One Globe Kids is a fantastic app for letting children appreciate the similarities and differences they share with others around the world.
Devices: iPhone, iPad
Geo Walk HD app is an educational app loaded with useful information about 500 people, places, plants, and animals. The information is presented in two modes as an interactive globe and photo library. Offering a rich sampling of information, the app lets students approach the content in a self-directed way. Quizzes offer a fun way to test retention. Users spin an interactive globe that's covered with small thumbnail pictures (which turn out to be flashcards). When they tap one, they'll see an image indicating one of the game's four categories -- animals and plants, history, people, and inventions. Tap the picture and an informational paragraph gives details in a short, digestible form. The other way to view the information is by viewing the cards, which appear in a circular scrolling manner. Since the information included on each card is brief, this app is a great source to use as an idea generator for research topics. Categories can be deselected, too, so you could make available only the options you want your students to explore (places or events, for example).
Devices: iPhone, iPad
Spin, pinch and zoom in on animals, indigenous people, places, religions and other topics of interest around the world. Students can find something that interests them and learn more about it through descriptions and photos. Each country, city, animal, bird or landmark can be expanded to provide further information and detail. This app is stunning and the graphics are beautiful. The globe moves effortlessly and the app provides detailed information that truly enhances the users experience. A real conversation starter, especially if you're off on your holidays soon.
Devices: iPhone, iPad
GeoBee Challenge by National Geographic is one of our favourite geography apps. It is not an app for beginners and even though the app is aimed at kids age 9 to 13 some of the tests could be really challenging even for the geography enthusiasts. Kids can use it as an assessment tool used to test their knowledge of world geography and to identify locations on a world map. The only critique is that during our review the app stopped unexpectedly twice and needs an update that will remove discontinued features like Open Feint. The app may inspire children to compete in the real life competition and receives a 4 star EAS Certification.
Devices: iPhone, iPad