ZEBRA WRITING TABLE: A Fun Way to Learn German Reading and Writing

Are you looking for an engaging app to help your child start learning the first German letters and words? Look no further than the ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app, a delightful component of the German textbook ZEBRA by Ernst Klett Verlag. This app is not only a perfect companion to the textbook but can also be used independently, making it a versatile tool for young learners.

A Comprehensive Learning Path

The ZEBRA WRITING TABLE app offers a structured learning path that includes films, games, and various exercises designed to guide children through the initial stages of learning written German. It's the perfect introduction to the Zebra App series, which supports learning to read and write from years 1 to 4.

Engaging Exercises for Phonetic Writing

The app focuses on exercises that help children write phonetically based on fundamental vocabulary. It practices basic phonetic-letter assignments and automatically corrects wrong words after the third incorrect attempt. By displaying both the correct word and the child's input, the app helps children compare and recognize their mistakes, fostering basic orthographic awareness in a playful manner.

Dynamic and Motivating Content

To keep learning fresh and exciting, the content of the tutorials changes with each new game. This ensures that practicing doesn't become repetitive or boring, even after multiple sessions. The app includes:

• Child-friendly videos that explain the basics in an engaging way.
• Automatic correction of incorrect entries, with the correct solution displayed after the third attempt.
• Clear arrangement of exercises on a learning path.
• Self-determined learning to allow children to progress at their own pace.
• Motivation through collecting stars and trophies.
• Detailed evaluations for teachers and parents to support further learning.

Two Key Practice Areas

The app features two main areas for practice:

1. SWINGING SYLLABLES AND WRITING: This area introduces children to the writing table and includes 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

2. HEARING SOUNDS: This section focuses on phonological awareness, a crucial foundation for learning written language. It 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 in the teacher-parent area, protected by a numerical barrier to prevent unwanted purchases.

What's New in Version 3.3.4

The latest update, released on October 29, 2024, includes:

• New exercises for sound gestures.
• Removal of in-app purchases.
• Technical updates to enhance the app's performance.

Final Thoughts

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

Your Zebra Team