Finch by Teaching Strategies
Pre-K/K game-based assessment
About
This educational app offers game-based assessments for pre-K and kindergarten students. It includes a literacy screener for early identification of reading risks and formative games that adapt to capture developmental progress, providing valuable insights for educators and families.
What's New in Finch by Teaching Strategies
1.4.2
June 29, 2026
As part of routine maintenance, Teaching Strategies regularly updates the Finch app to ensure we are delivering products that meet the needs of our customers. This version includes minor enhancements, including updates to kindergarten entry assessments and bug fixes.
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FAQ
What is Finch used for?
Finch is used for game-based assessment in pre-K and kindergarten. It includes a literacy screener to identify children at risk for reading difficulties and formative games to track developmental progress.
Is Finch suitable for all young children?
Finch is designed for children in pre-K and kindergarten. The literacy screener is specifically for this age group, while the formative games are for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten.
How does Finch help teachers?
Finch saves teachers time by providing automatic scoring and data collection. It offers deep, data-driven insights and recommendations to help identify each child's unique needs and support early intervention.
What is the Finch Literacy Screener?
The Finch Literacy Screener is a tool within the app that provides an early signal for children who may be at risk for reading difficulties, including dyslexia. It captures and scores literacy development data.
How often do teachers need to use Finch Formative Games?
Finch Formative Games are designed to be quick, taking 5 minutes or less per child per week. This allows for regular, dynamic assessment of developmental progress.
What devices does Finch support?
Finch is currently supported on iPads. The app is available to teachers using specific Teaching Strategies Finch programs.
How often is Finch updated?
The latest version of Finch is 1.4.1, last updated on May 29, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.
Does Finch have ads?
No, Finch is an ad-free application. This ensures an uninterrupted and focused learning experience for young children.
