About KidEdTools
We're parents and educators on a mission to help homeschool families discover the most effective and engaging educational tools for their children.
Our Story
KidEdTools was born out of frustration. As homeschooling parents, we were overwhelmed by the endless stream of "educational" apps, games, and tools promising to revolutionize our children's learning.
Too many purchases ended up as digital dust collectors or expensive disappointments. We realized other parents needed what we craved: honest, detailed reviews from people who actually use these tools with real kids.
What started as sharing experiences with friends has grown into a comprehensive resource trusted by thousands of homeschool families worldwide.
Our Mission
To provide honest, thorough reviews of educational tools that help parents make informed decisions about their children's learning journey. We believe every child deserves access to tools that make learning engaging, effective, and joyful.
Meet Our Team
Andreina Castillo
Founder & Lead Reviewer
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, homeschool mom of 2. Expert in child development and learning psychology. Specializes in social-emotional learning tools and family-centered education approaches.
Tomasz Alemany
Co-Founder & AI Tools Expert
Software engineer, entrepreneur, and father of 2 homeschoolers. Passionate about exploring cutting-edge AI tools for education. Specializes in coding apps, AI-powered learning platforms, and emerging educational technologies.
Our Review Process
We don't just test tools—we live with them. Here's how we ensure our reviews are thorough and trustworthy.
Real Family Testing
We use educational tools with our own children and volunteer families for minimum 4-6 weeks to understand long-term engagement and effectiveness.
Educational Assessment
We evaluate curriculum alignment, learning objectives, and pedagogical approach. Does it actually teach what it claims?
Parent Perspective
We analyze setup difficulty, cost value, progress tracking, and how tools fit into busy family schedules.
Kid Fun Factor
The most important metric: Do kids actually want to use it? We track engagement, voluntary usage, and genuine excitement.
Our Values
Complete Honesty
We share the good, bad, and ugly. If a tool disappoints, we say so. Our credibility depends on your trust.
Parent-to-Parent
We're parents first, reviewers second. We understand the real challenges of educating kids at home.
Evidence-Based
Our reviews are backed by educational research, real usage data, and measurable learning outcomes.
Kids Come First
Every review centers on one question: Does this genuinely help children learn and grow?
Transparency & Ethics
Independence: We purchase most tools with our own money. When companies provide review copies, we clearly disclose this and maintain complete editorial independence.
No Pay-for-Play: Companies cannot pay for positive reviews or influence our ratings. We decline partnerships that compromise our editorial integrity.
Affiliate Links: Some product links may earn us small commissions at no cost to you. These relationships never influence our reviews or recommendations.
Updates: We regularly revisit popular tools and update reviews as software evolves or policies change.
Community: Our readers' experiences matter. We incorporate feedback and correct mistakes quickly and transparently.
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