Read and write with Zebra

Discover the fun and interactive way to master the basics of reading and writing German with the ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app! Designed as a companion to the renowned German textbook ZEBRA by Ernst Klett Verlag, this app stands on its own as an engaging tool for young learners. It’s the perfect starting point in the Zebra App series, tailored for children in years 1 to 4, making it an excellent resource for those embarking on their journey into the German language.

The ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app provides a structured learning path that includes films, games, and a variety of exercises, all aimed at introducing children to the first stages of written language. It focuses on phonetically-based words drawn from fundamental vocabulary, enabling learners to practice essential phonetic-letter connections. If a child makes a mistake, the app is designed to correct it automatically after three tries, showing both the correct word and the child's input. This feature helps children identify their errors and enhance their orthographic awareness in an enjoyable, game-like setting. The content of the tutorials is refreshed with each new game session, ensuring that repeated play remains engaging and educational.

Key features of the app include:

• Child-friendly videos that explain the basics of reading and writing
• Automatic correction of incorrect entries after three attempts
• A clear and organized learning path
• Opportunities for self-directed learning
• Motivation through collecting stars and trophies
• Detailed evaluations for teachers and parents to support progress tracking

The app offers two main areas for practice:

SWINGING SYLLABLES AND WRITING introduces children to the writing table and includes various exercises such as:

• “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 both simple and difficult levels

HEARING SOUNDS focuses on phonological awareness, essential for mastering written language, and includes listening tasks such as:

• 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?

These listening tasks are available as an in-app purchase, which can only be accessed through a secure teacher-parent area to prevent unintended purchases. The app ensures a safe environment by protecting the tablet from unwanted in-app purchases, giving parents peace of mind.

We hope that you and your child will enjoy the exciting journey of learning to write in German with the ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app. We look forward to your feedback and comments.

Your Zebra Team

What's New in the Latest Version 3.3.4

Last updated on Oct 29, 2024

• Insertion of exercises for sound gestures
• Removal of in-app purchases
• Technical updates