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Recommended Apps for Use in Early Years

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Last edit: 31 January 2023

Resource Type Teaching Resources, Example Programs and Live Lessons
Curriculum Topic Algorithmic Thinking, Computational Thinking, Effective use of tools, Enrichment/STEM/Cross Curriculum, Programming
English Key Stage 3-5 year (EYFS), 5-7 year (KS1)
Scottish Curriculum Levels P1 (3-6 years)

If you have a mobile touchscreen device of any sort, here’s my current selection of apps that I believe can play a valuable role in an Early Years setting, stimulating curiosity and opening up a world of opportunities. Most are ‘free’ or have a ‘lite’ version that you can try before you buy, which is always recommended. I also try to avoid anything with in-app purchases or lots of adverts (although when played offline or in ‘airplane’ mode, the adverts can be avoided!)

If you have a large screen (Smartboard, Clevertouch etc) in your setting, I highly recommend finding an app that will allow you to project what is on the tablet’s screen onto the large screen – sometimes called screen mirroring or screen casting.

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Rachael Coultart | 31.01.23

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