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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 solve it.

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  • A parent sets up the account for kids under 13
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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
  • 7 subjects and skillsPlus test prep
  • 19 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 easy steps.

  1. 1

    Snap it or ask

    Take a photo. Or type or say the question.

  2. 2

    Check it together

    The tutor reads it back. Your child fixes any mistakes.

  3. 3

    Try, hint, try again

    Your child tries first. Stuck? They get a hint. Never just the answer.

  4. 4

    Practice one more

    One more like it helps it stick. Work is saved for tomorrow.

Subjects

Four subjects. One kind tutor.

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

  • Math

    Counting, fractions, area and equations.

    Common Core reference

  • English / ELA

    Reading, writing, speaking and listening.

    Common Core reference

  • Science

    Life, earth and physical science. With simple pictures.

    NGSS reference

  • Social Studies

    History, maps, government and money.

    C3 Framework reference

Homework help at any grade. Snap a worksheet in any subject.

Short lessons for every grade. New ones every month.

Standards guide what we teach. We don't claim to cover them all.

Skills for school and life

More than school subjects.

Three more ways to grow. Each has short lessons and a quiz.

  • Computer Skills

    How computers work and how to use them well.

    • Coding and algorithms
    • Data and charts
    • How the internet works
    • Passwords and privacy
    • AI, in plain words

  • Study Skills

    Habits that make every class easier.

    • Taking notes
    • Planning homework
    • Managing time
    • Remembering more
    • Asking for help
    • Staying focused

  • Life Skills

    Money, kindness and getting ready to drive.

    • Money skills
    • Character
    • 16 virtues
    • Driver's test prep, Grades 9–12

Driving lessons teach general rules. Your state's driver manual has the exact laws.

Test prep

Ready for test day.

Short drills for big tests. Each one starts with a quick lesson.

  • Grades K–2

    Grade skills check

    Reading and math. Two short drills a grade.

  • Grades 3–8

    State tests

    Reading and math drills. Science in grades 5 and 8.

  • Grades 9–12

    High school courses

    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 at a time.

  • A quick lesson before every drill
  • 10 questions per drill, with hints
  • Over 1,000 original practice questions
  • Pick a grade. The right tests show up.

Our questions are original. We wrote them. 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

Nineteen tutors. Pick a favorite.

Koalas, dragons, robots and more. Each tutor has its own look and voice. All are kind. All let your child try first.

Animal FriendsKind, curious friends from the wild.

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.”

Wesley, a pink spotted cheetah tutor in a magenta jacket

Wesley

Sharp and patient

A cheetah who helps you spot patterns.

Space and TechExplorers, robots and rocket pilots.

Gizmo, a curious white and orange robot teacher with goggles and a blue antenna

Gizmo

Curious and handy

“What if we tried it?”

Celeste, a pearlescent alien teacher with rounded ears and a purple celestial jacket

Celeste

Curious and bright

An explorer who helps new ideas shine.

Ella, a cheerful astronaut teacher in a white, purple and pink space suit and bubble helmet

Ella

Bold and bright

“Let’s launch into it!”

FantasyDragons and magic helpers.

Luna, a blue-eyed unicorn teacher in a sparkling teal ballroom gown and gold heels, with hands on her hips

Luna

Kind and full of wonder

A kind unicorn. Every question is welcome.

Fizz, a curious blue dragon explorer teacher with flying goggles, a vest and a red bandana

Fizz

Adventurous and open-minded

A dragon who loves questions.

SportsA coach who cheers you on.

Dee, an energetic tiger explorer teacher in a cap and backpack

Dee

Energetic and encouraging

“Let’s explore it!”

DinosaursBig, friendly dinosaurs from long ago.

Dina the Dino, a cheerful purple dinosaur teacher with a teal bow and a shooting-star shirt

Dina the Dino

Cheerful and upbeat

“Big things start with small steps!”

Theo, a turquoise triceratops teacher in a burgundy and gold waistcoat

Theo

Thoughtful and steady

A triceratops who helps you find the next step.

Ocean FriendsKind helpers from under the sea.

Manny, a shimmering sapphire manta ray teacher with a coral hibiscus and flowing aqua-violet fins

Manny

Calm and steady

A calm manta ray. One step at a time.

Pearl, a shimmering rose-gold seahorse tutor with aqua fins, a violet crest and pearl jewelry

Pearl

Graceful and bright

A seahorse who helps your curiosity shine.

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Why it works

Made for how kids really learn.

Answers are forgotten by dinner. Working it out sticks.

  • They do the thinking

    The tutor asks, waits and nudges. Your child can answer every step.

  • A new way to explain it

    Tap Explain Better. The tutor tries again with a new picture or an easier example.

  • Picks up where they left off

    Lessons are saved. Close the laptop for dinner. Come back to the same spot.

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Grows with your child.

Pick a grade. The tutor teaches at that level.

Grades K–1

Short, playful, concrete

Simple words. One small idea at a time.

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

Grades 2–5

Stories and pictures

Pizza slices and pocket money. 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. More “why does this work?”

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

Grades 9–12

Clear and direct

Clear steps. Ready for high school.

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

For parents

You stay in charge.

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

  • A parent sets up the account for kids under 13Teens 13 and up can sign up for themselves.
  • First name onlyA first name, a grade and a tutor. That is all.
  • No ads, no selling dataNothing here sells your family anything.
  • Delete anytimeDelete a profile or the whole account anytime.

Questions

Questions from grown-ups.

Can it help with my child's actual homework?

Yes. Snap a photo or upload the file. The tutor helps your child solve that exact problem.

What grades is it for?

Kindergarten to Grade 12. The tutor teaches at your child's grade.

What subjects does it cover?

Math, English, Science and Social Studies. Plus computer, study and life skills. New lessons come every month.

Does it help with test prep?

Yes. The Testing Center has short drills for every grade. That includes state test practice, high school courses, and PSAT, SAT and ACT. Each drill starts with a quick lesson. Every question has hints.

Does it just give the answer?

No. Your child tries first. Then the tutor gives hints, a new way to see it, and one more to practice. The goal is to do the next one alone.

Is it safe for my child?

A parent sets up the account for any child under 13. We only use a first name. There are no ads. We never sell your data. Teens 13 and up can sign up alone. See our Privacy Policy.

What does it cost?

Every account starts with 14 days free. No card needed. We'll share prices before your trial ends.

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