From FunTalk, our new English center in Barcelona, we believe that the best way to learn a language is to use it in an active manner through
practical and entertaining activities. Of all the activities, it is undeniable that combining classes with workshops using technology is extremely beneficial, especially if we take into account that technology is accessible from anywhere and at any time.
The use of technology in an English class not only makes the lessons more fun and engaging for the students, but also prepares them for the future, helps them memorize the subject matter better and allows them to learn English at their own pace.
Leveraging children’s attraction to technology for English classes.
Nowadays, children are digital natives andeverything that has to do with mobiles, tablets, laptops or computers attracts them irremediably and instinctively. That being the case, why not take advantage of this to combine the latest technology with fun teaching? There are countless resources, especially for learning English, for children and young people in primary and secondary school in the form of applications or apps and videos. Learning is optimized and greatly improved when we combine active participation and the use of apps and videos both in our English classes 
and in the English workshops we organize.
So here is a list of mobile applications or apps and videos to learn and practice English. Most of them are apps and videos oriented to primary and secondary students who are learning English and that we recommend from FunTalk both for your use and for your child’s learning of English in digital support.
Websites and applications that complement the books we use in FunTalk English classes.
Greenman and the Magic Forest
– This book is used in FunTalk with children ages 3 to 6 along with downloadable apps and videos that allow parents to support the content of the book and practice with their little FunTalkers at home.
Kid’s Box 3 and 4
– For children between 9 and 11 years old.
Citizen Z
– For young people between 12 and 16 years old.
Other websites and apps for learning and practicing English recommended by FunTalk
Quizlet – A FunTalk favorite! Simple but incredible app to learn English that allows you to create your own flashcards to assimilate that English vocabulary that you are struggling with or take advantage of the millions of lists created by other users.
Instructables
– Learn English while you create something and build practically anything you want.
YouTube – SuperSimpleSongs – Fantastic resource for learning English where children and teenagers can sing their favorite songs in English.
PitEnglish
– Great resource for children and teenagers to learn English through vocabulary practice, songs and flashcards.
Sight Words – Learn common English words.
Pili Pop English
– Learn English for Kids – Features fun characters and through their adventures they practice pronunciation and listening comprehension in English.
Kids Learn English with Busuu – Children learn a lot of English vocabulary through the interactive games of this popular application.
Funland by Cambridge
is an entertaining interactive game for children between the ages of 7 and 12 that allows them to practice vocabulary, grammar and listening comprehension in English.
BBC – English Language Learning
– Not only for children, this excellent and complete section of the BBC has resources for learning English for all ages and levels.
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12 fantastic websites and apps for kids to learn English
At FunTalk we believe that the best way to learn a language is to actively participate in the language with fun and practical activities. Among these activities, we recognize that combining classes with workshops and technology can be extremely beneficial, furthermore, technology can be accessed anywhere at any time. Not only does using technology in the classroom make it more fun for the students, it also prepares students for the future, improves retention rate, and helps students learn at their own pace. 
Kids nowadays are digital natives and they are instinctively drawn to nearly anything with mobiles, tablets, or computers. So why not use this to their advantage and combine the latest technology with fun learning. There are lots of apps and videos which are great learning resources for kids, especially when it comes to learning English. It’s a great way to optimize learning when you bring together active participation in classes and workshops along with the use of apps and videos.
So here is a list of applications and videos for mostly young learners that FunTalk recommends for you and your child’s digital English learning:
Websites and apps to follow along with books used in class at FunTalk
Greenman and the Magic Forest – Book used for kids from 3 to 6 years old at FunTalk with downloadable apps and videos to follow along and practice at home with your little FunTalkers.
Kid’s Box 3 and 4 (for ages 9, 10, and 11)
Citizen Z – Ages 12 to 16
Other websites and apps recommended by FunTalk
Quizlet – A FunTalk favorite! – Simple yet amazing app to create your own flashcards to study vocabulary or study from millions of lists already created.
Instructables
– Learn English through making something and make nearly anything.
YouTube – SuperSimpleSongs – Great for young learners to sing along to theirs favorite songs in English.
PitEnglish
– Great for young learners to practice vocabulary, songs, and flashcards.
Sight Words – Learn common English words
Pili Pop English
– Learn English for kids – Get to know fun characters and their adventures to practice pronunciation and listening skills.
Busuu – Kids Learn English with Busuu – Kids learn vocabulary through interactive games.
Funland by Cambridge
is an entertaining and interactive game for kids from 7 to 12 years old to practice vocabulary, grammar, and listening.
BBC – English Language Learning
– Not just for kids, but for all ages and levels.
