Introducing the ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app, a fun and engaging way to start your child's journey into reading and writing German! This app is not just an accessory but a core component of the renowned German textbook ZEBRA by Ernst Klett Verlag. It's designed to be used both alongside the textbook and independently, providing a versatile learning path filled with engaging films, exciting games, and a variety of exercises that guide children through the initial stages of mastering the written language.
ZEBRA WRITING TABLE is the first installment in the Zebra App series, tailored for German learners in years 1 to 4. This app is specially crafted to help children practice writing phonetic words based on fundamental vocabulary. It focuses on essential phonetic-letter assignments, ensuring that any mistakes made by young learners are gently corrected after three attempts. By displaying both the correct word and the child's input, kids can easily compare, learn from their mistakes, and develop basic orthographic awareness in a fun and interactive way.
To keep the learning experience fresh and exciting, the content of the tutorials and games changes with every new session. This means that children can enjoy varied practice without getting bored, even after multiple games.
The app includes a wide range of features designed to support and enhance learning:
- Child-friendly videos that explain the basics of German writing.
- Automatic correction of incorrect entries, with the correct solution shown after three attempts.
- A clear, structured learning path that makes it easy to follow and understand.
- Options for self-determined learning, allowing children to progress at their own pace.
- Motivational elements like stars and trophies to keep kids engaged and excited.
- Detailed evaluations for teachers and parents, providing valuable insights for further support.
ZEBRA WRITING TABLE is divided into two main areas for practice:
SWINGING SYLLABLES AND WRITING
This section introduces children to the writing table and includes a variety of exercises to get them started:
- "initial-sound-rap"
- Movie "speak - listen - swing"
- Task "hear and swing"
- "ZEBRA writing table game"
- Movie "writing with the ZEBRA writing table"
- Task "swing and write" at a simple level
- Task "Swing and Write" at a difficult level
HEARING SOUNDS
This area focuses on developing phonological awareness, a crucial skill for learning to read and write:
- Which word begins with...?
- Which words sound similar at the beginning?
- Where do you hear the sound in the word?
- With which sound does the word begin?
While the four listening tasks in the HEARING SOUNDS section were previously available as in-app purchases, these have now been integrated into the main app with the latest update, making them accessible to all users without additional cost.
The teacher-parent area, safeguarded by a numerical barrier, ensures that any in-app purchases are controlled and protected from unauthorized access, adding an extra layer of security for your tablet and peace of mind for parents.
We at the Zebra Team are thrilled to offer you and your child an exciting and effective way to learn writing in German. We eagerly await your feedback and comments to continue improving our app.
What's New in Version 3.3.4
Last updated on Oct 29, 2024
- Insertion of exercises for the sound gestures
- Removal of in-app purchases
- Technical updates
