Community Review of Free Rice | Common Sense Education

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This is a terrific program that can be used by an individual student or with a group of students. The various subjects that are available can be used for review (multiplication facts, basic language reviews, identify countries) and for exploration of new information (learning a new language, famous paintings). My students have used it for both review and personal exploration, especially in regards to language. They have enjoyed filling up their bowls with rice to help others while having fun. It is engaging, individualized and motivating even when you get the wrong answer.

How I Use It

I have used this product both as an individualized enhancement activity in the classroom and in Aftercare School activities with Grades 3-8.

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Laurie D. Legacy Preparatory Academy Woods Cross, UT

April 6, 2015

I have used Free Rice several times in my classroom to help them review their Spanish. Some parts of the program have been really helpful and others not so much. I have had to play around with it to find the right level to use with my students.

Over all I think that this is a good website and one that could assist several classes with learning new or reviewing old material. I also really praise this product for bring world hunger to the attention of young students. It is a great way to talk about the need for assistance all around the work.

Travis T. Instructional Designer Providence, UT

March 30, 2015

Fantastic quizzing tool, facilitates students to make a difference in the world, and provides class gamification options.

My overall take is that although it is a bit clunky and can be somewhat difficult to get a class group setup for your students, I highly recommend it. I found that the take away message from students was not only reviewing content, but that they have a connection to those in need throughout the world and that they can literally help others through the United Nations World Food Programme.

Adam C. Huntington, WV

December 9, 2014

Easy independent review of vocabulary, math skills, and more!

I think this is a great tool for simple review and for building basic skills in struggling students. The real hook, for me, is the chance to talk to students about world hunger and NGOs, using this as a springboard to research projects or other A/A style discussion.

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