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"Wow... this one is an awesome problem solving app and great at teaching concepts such as colors, up and down, left and right." Endorsed by tens of thousands of satisfied parents, teachers, and kids the world over. Touch and Learn is a powerful new gaming platform that allows you to introduce new concepts in a fun and exciting new way. You can use Touch and Learn to teach basic concepts such as new shapes or advanced concepts such as colors or characteristics (e.g. big, bigger, small, smaller, etc.). The possibilities are truly endless and just up to your imagination. This game comes pre-loaded with hundreds of unique images to provide hours of learning and entertainment. What's unique about the Touch and Learn - What does not belong apps? The "what does not belong apps" do the opposite of the basic Touch and Learn applications. Instead of asking kids to find "the circle" or the "red square" the "what does not belong apps" display 4 images and require the child to identify the one item that is different. The difference could be due to the color, name of the object, type of object or concept being presented. This app can be challenging or easy depending on the difficulty that you select and is ideal for ages 2 to 4. FEATURES • Add your own voice - now your toddler can learn everything in mommy's or daddy's voice • Add your own items - take pictures of your child's favorite items to make the game more fun and personal • Add your own concepts - you can add an unlimited number of new concepts and associate them with any picture or item to add exciting new levels and hours of fun • Learn by sight, sound, and touch • Uses real, crisp photographs that are carefully hand picked and selected vs. cartoonish illustrations • Uses advanced algorithms that automatically makes the teaching of concepts fun and easy to grasp (i.e when teaching the concept of yellow circle, the app will present both a circle that is not yellow and another item that is yellow but is not a circle). • Fun & engaging voice artist keeps kids engaged • Dynamic game play adjust difficulty automatically to keep kids both challenged and entertained vs. getting bored. If you select progressive game play then the game starts with easy concepts (e.g. touch the circle) and proceeds to advanced concepts (touch the bigger circle) automatically. • Wrong answers do not interfere with gameplay, the child can immediately try again and touch the correct answer (most other games are too slow to keep kids interested by slowly repeating the desired question). • Multi-sensory learning tool - combining audio, voice, and written words • Don't like some of the existing items... no problem, just delete or turn them off to cover only what you like • Multi-language support - since you can edit existing items and add new items, you can record everything in your native tongue HEROIC SUPPORT Heroic Support is not just what we do.  It's really what makes us, well, us.  It's that drive to make a difference in your life - no matter how big or small.  Really, it's our way of life because we want you to be our customer for a lifetime of fun and learning. Have questions?  We are here to help.  Email us at support@grasshopperapps.com

Brainy Skills Main Idea - Reading Comprehension Made Simple Turn struggling readers into confident comprehenders! This evidence-based app teaches the #1 reading skill that unlocks academic success across all subjects. THE READING BREAKTHROUGH YOUR CHILD NEEDS Main Idea mastery is the foundation of strong reading comprehension. Students who can identify central themes excel in tests, homework, and real-world reading. Our app makes this critical skill click through focused practice with immediate feedback. Reading comprehension challenges affect millions of students, but the solution is surprisingly specific: mastering main idea identification. When students can quickly recognize what a passage is really about, everything else falls into place. Test scores improve, homework becomes manageable, and confidence soars. PERFECT FOR: • Elementary and middle school students building reading foundations • Special education classrooms requiring targeted skill development • Speech therapy sessions focused on language comprehension • Homeschool families seeking structured reading comprehension practice • Teachers needing reliable digital tools for reading intervention • ESL students developing English language comprehension skills • Students preparing for standardized reading assessments • Learning support programs focused on literacy improvement HOW IT WORKS - SIMPLE & EFFECTIVE Students read 3-4 sentence passages covering diverse, age-appropriate topics. Then they analyze four answer choices to identify which sentence best captures the main idea. Smart distractor options challenge critical thinking by including supporting details, minor themes, or unrelated concepts. Each passage contains one clear main idea while incorporating realistic supporting details that could potentially confuse developing readers. This authentic challenge mirrors real-world reading scenarios. The four answer choices follow a research-backed structure: - One correct main idea statement - One supporting detail that seems important but isn't central - One overly broad or overly specific interpretation - One completely unrelated concept to test focus and attention Every question provides instant feedback, helping students understand whether their choice was correct or incorrect. This immediate reinforcement accelerates learning and builds reading confidence. Students see their reasoning validated or gently corrected, creating powerful learning moments that stick. KEY FEATURES: • Read engaging short passages with clear central themes • Practice critical thinking through multiple-choice analysis • Receive instant feedback to reinforce correct comprehension strategies • Track progress across hundreds of skill-building questions • Support special education and speech therapy goals COMPREHENSIVE CONTENT LIBRARY Our extensive question bank covers essential academic topics including: - Science concepts and natural phenomena - Zoology and botanical facts - Health and safety information - Geography and world cultures - Environmental science and nature studies - Character education and life skills scenarios Each topic area contains multiple difficulty levels, allowing students to progress naturally from basic comprehension to more sophisticated analysis. Advanced passages introduce complex vocabulary and abstract concepts while maintaining the core 3-4 sentence format that keeps students focused and engaged. EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS THAT LAST Strong main idea skills transfer to every academic subject. Students improve their ability to summarize content, distinguish essential from supporting information, and tackle complex texts with confidence. These foundational reading comprehension skills prepare learners for standardized tests, advanced coursework, and lifelong learning success. Download now and start building the reading comprehension skills that unlock your child's academic potential!