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Kindergarten to Grade 12

Snap the homework. Solve it together.

Take a photo of tonight's worksheet. A friendly tutor helps your child work through it, one step at a time.

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  • Parents set up accounts for kids under 13
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  • We never sell your data
Grade 3 fractions with Koa
KoaKoa the koala tutor, smiling, with a pink flower behind her ear
Whiteboard From your worksheet · Problem 4

5/8 is right. They worked it out.

  • Photos, PDFs and Word filesSnap it or upload it
  • 4 subjects, plus test prepMath, English, Science, Social Studies
  • 8 friendly tutorsYour child picks a favorite
  • 14 days freeNo card needed

Real homework help

Bring the real homework.

No made-up practice sheets. Your child works on the actual problems their teacher sent home.

  • Snap it or upload it.

    Photos, PDFs and Word files all work.

  • Check the problem first.

    The tutor reads the page and checks the problem with your child.

  • Solve it together.

    They work through that exact problem with hints, not answers.

  • Pick up later.

    Stopped halfway? It's saved for next time.

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What happens in a lesson

Four steps. Your child does the thinking.

  1. 1

    Snap it or ask

    Take a photo of the worksheet, or type or say the question.

  2. 2

    Check it together

    The tutor reads the problem back. Your child can fix a misread number before they start.

  3. 3

    Try, hint, try again

    Your child tries first. If they get stuck, they get a hint or a new way to see it. Never just the answer.

  4. 4

    Practice one more

    A similar problem makes it stick. Work is saved, so tomorrow starts where today ended.

Subjects

Four subjects. One patient tutor.

Pick a grade on your child's profile, or just bring tonight's homework. The tutor teaches at your child's grade.

  • Math

    Counting, fractions, area and equations. Adding through dividing too.

    Common Core reference

  • English / ELA

    Reading, writing, speaking and listening. From first words to making a strong case.

    Common Core reference

  • Science

    Big ideas from life, earth and physical science. Pictures and simple examples make them clear.

    NGSS reference

  • Social Studies

    History, civics, maps and money. One clear idea at a time.

    C3 Framework reference

Homework help at any grade. Snap a worksheet in any of the four subjects.

Short guided lessons for every grade, and more added every month.

We use standards as a guide for what to teach. We do not claim full coverage.

Test prep

Ready for test day.

Short drills for the big tests, Kindergarten to Grade 12. Every drill starts with a quick lesson that teaches the skill first.

  • Grades K–2

    Grade skills check

    Reading and math. Two short drills per grade to see what's solid and what needs practice.

  • Grades 3–8

    State tests

    Reading and math drills for every grade, plus science in grades 5 and 8.

  • Grades 9–12

    High school courses

    End-of-course practice for Algebra 1, Geometry, English 10 and Biology.

  • Grades 8–12

    PSAT, SAT and ACT

    PSAT 8/9, PSAT, SAT and ACT drills, one skill area at a time.

  • A Learn it lesson before every drill
  • 10 questions per drill, with hints
  • Over 1,000 original practice questions
  • Pick a grade and the right tests appear

Our questions are original and written by us. SAT and PSAT are trademarks of the College Board, and ACT is a trademark of ACT, Inc. Neither is involved with or endorses StarLight Learning.

Meet the tutors

Eight tutors. Pick a favorite.

Each tutor has a look, a voice and a personality of their own. All are patient, and all let your child try first.

Koa the koala with a pink flower and a pink vest

Koa

Warm and gentle

“No rush. Let's look at it together.”

Rocky the raccoon in a red bandana

Rocky

Curious and upbeat

“Ooh, what do you notice first?”

Corbin the crow with round gold glasses and a satchel

Corbin

Clever and calm

“Let's break it into smaller pieces.”

Professor Ollie the owl in a purple graduation cap

Professor Ollie

Curious and thoughtful

“Let's wonder about that together!”

Grandma Tilly the turtle with gold glasses, a scarf and a lantern

Grandma Tilly

Wise and patient

“Take your time, sweetheart. Growing takes practice.”

Leo the lion in a navy jacket, holding a red book

Leo

Brave and big-hearted

“A little brave goes a long way!”

Pippa the panda with round glasses and a pink bow, holding a book

Pippa

Creative and gentle

“Let's try it a different way!”

Ellie the elephant explorer in a blue jacket and explorer hat

Ellie

Kind and a great listener

“You don't have to be loud to be strong.”

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Why it works

Made for how kids really learn.

Answers get forgotten by dinner. Working it out sticks.

  • They do the thinking

    The tutor asks, waits, and nudges. Every step is a question your child can answer.

  • A new explanation when the first one doesn't click

    Tap Explain Better. The tutor tries a new way in, with a new picture or a simpler example.

  • Picks up where they left off

    Lessons are saved. A child can close the laptop for dinner and come back to the same spot.

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Grows with your child.

Pick a grade and the tutor teaches at that level, with US Common Core as a guide.

Grades K–1

Short, playful, concrete

Simple words, one small idea at a time, and lots of counting with things they can picture.

“Two apples and one more apple. Can you count them with me?”

Grades 2–5

Stories and pictures

Pizza slices and pocket money. A bit more room to work it out.

“Both bottoms are 8. What does 8 tell us?”

Grades 6–8

Straight talk, real reasoning

Less hand-holding and more “why does this work?” Real math words and clear reasons.

“What happens if you subtract 3 from both sides?”

Grades 9–12

Clear and direct

Direct, clear steps. Ready for high school work.

“Let's set up the equation first. What do we know?”

For parents

You stay in charge.

Your child gets a patient helper. You keep the keys.

  • Parents set up accounts for kids under 13Teens 13 and up can sign up for themselves.
  • First name onlyThe child profile needs a first name, a grade and a tutor. That is all.
  • No ads, no selling dataNothing in a lesson is there to sell your family anything.
  • Delete anytimeYou can delete a profile or the whole account whenever you like.

Questions

Good questions from grown-ups.

Can it help with my child's actual homework?

Yes. Snap a photo or upload the file. The tutor reads it, checks the problem with your child, and helps them solve that exact problem.

What grades is it for?

Kindergarten to Grade 12. Pick a grade and the tutor teaches at that level.

What subjects does it cover?

Math, English / ELA, Science and Social Studies. Your child can bring homework from any of them. Our short guided lessons grow every month.

Does it help with test prep?

Yes. The Testing Center has short drills from Kindergarten to Grade 12: grade skills checks for K to 2, state test practice for grades 3 to 8, high school course exams, and PSAT, SAT and ACT. Every drill starts with a quick lesson, and every question has hints.

Does it just give the answer?

No. The tutor asks your child to try first. Then it gives hints, a new explanation, and a similar practice problem. The aim is for your child to do the next one alone.

Is it safe for my child?

A parent or guardian sets up the account for any child under 13. The child profile uses a first name only. There are no ads, and we never sell your family's data. Teens 13 and up can sign up on their own. See our Privacy Policy.

What does it cost?

Every account starts with a 14-day free trial, and you don't need a card to start. We'll share plans and prices before your trial ends.

Tonight's homework can feel lighter.

Start with one photo. The tutor takes it from there.

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