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PhET Interactive Simulations

Free interactive science and math simulations from the University of Colorado Boulder, with activities for exploring ideas through play.

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8–18 · Free94
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Learning Adventures

Free, no-sign-up games and interactive storybooks for grades K-5 across math, science, English, history, and mixed skills.

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5–11 · Free92
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Chrome Music Lab

Hands-on browser experiments that help children explore rhythm, melody, sound, drawing, and the connections between music, science, math, and art.

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5+ · Free89
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Star Stuff Edu

A free browser coding game that builds sequencing, pattern, loop, and problem-solving skills.

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6–12 · Free with paid options88
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Minecraft Education

A game-based learning platform with K–12 lesson libraries, coding, STEM, digital citizenship, and educator training.

WebsiteDownloadable
8–18 · Paid with free trial/options88
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TechEd4Kids

Free interactive science and math experiments, games, and lessons designed for learners in grades 6-12.

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11–18 · Free87
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LearnerKits

Free browser-based science simulations and virtual experiments for students in grades 6-12.

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11–18 · Free87
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USGS Data in Schools

USGS Data in Schools helps educators use real Earth-science data, maps, and investigation questions to support classroom learning.

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10–18; lesson-specific · Free public resources87
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Early Family Math Games

Early Family Math’s game collection gives families playful ways to build number sense, spatial reasoning, measurement, and mathematical conversation at home.

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3–8; game-specific · Free public games87
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PrepOK

Free interactive science and math explorables that let learners change variables, observe results, and build understanding.

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9–18 · Free86
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MathHappens Open Play Kits

MathHappens open play kits give families, educators, and community programs hands-on materials and prompts for playful mathematical exploration.

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5–14; kit-specific · Free public activity information; materials vary86
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What Is Pi? (Grades 5-8)

NASA’s grade 5-8 math explainer uses spacecraft, planets, parachutes, and fuel tanks to show how pi supports geometry, physics, engineering, and space exploration.

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Grades 5–8 · Free public article85
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XtraMath

XtraMath is a short daily practice tool for building arithmetic fact fluency through focused, repeatable math practice for school-age learners.

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6–14; grade-specific · Free core; optional paid features may vary85
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STEMA Learning Centre

STEMA Learning Centre offers a progressive STEAM pathway from ScratchJr and first builds through Python, JavaScript, AI, robotics, drones, and 3D design.

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5–15 · Paid courses; prices vary83
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Ultimate Coders

Ultimate Coders provides progressive coding, robotics, AI, and math programs from visual first projects through Python, web, app, and machine-learning pathways.

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5–18 · Paid classes/camps; assessment options83
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