IRA Newsletter Project: Effective Literacy Website #1: Funbrain
By: Graham Henry
 

            Funbrain (https://www.funbrain.com/) is a website created for kids in grades Pre-K through 8. This website was created to give access to any use free access to all its contents.  Funbrain offers hundreds of games, books, comics, and videos that develop skills in math, reading, problem-solving and literacy. 

            The design of the site is very bright and colorful so with one first look most young learners will be hooked just by its design.  The website is very simple with clickable features that are easily accessed by learners.  The site has options to browse by grade level or by type while the front page has all its categories also in place.  Each of the contents, whether it is a video, book, or game has already been given levels so parents and students can know which video will be just right for the learner’s level.  The front page also has the top picks in each category and also give the user the option to expand on their searches by just clicking on the option.  This site is very user friendly and any child can use this website at ease.  Every content on Funbrain has already been filtered so both parents and teachers do not have to worry about the contents in the website being inappropriate for their children or students.

After the first few minutes of scrolling through the website, educators and parents will find that they can trust that this site will provide a fun and safe experience both at home and at school. Fun Brain offers a lot of games that can supplement classroom instruction and help students who may be falling behind.  This site will be a great place where ESL learners can learn and have fun at the same time.