Here at Studycat, we’re always purring up new ways to keep learning playful and engaging to make early language learning both fun and effective.
That’s why we’re excited to announce that in early October, we’ll be launching the Studycat library in our Learn Spanish app!
This collection of curriculum-based stories features our beloved cat characters — Ali, Tom, Bob, Kitty, and, of course, Studycat — in short, engaging videos that help young learners connect with the words they’re learning.
What is the Studycat library?
The Studycat library is a brand-new feature where young learners can enjoy fun, animated stories that help reinforce vocabulary from the Learn Spanish app. Each story is based on Studycat’s curriculum, showing the words in action through playful, contextual settings.
This makes it easier for kids to grasp the meaning of new vocabulary, rather than just memorizing the words.
While learning in the app is already full of tons of fun, the library adds an extra layer of immersion by turning language practice into engaging, story-driven adventures.\
Why use stories?
Storytelling helps make language learning more natural and engaging. With our new library, learners can see and hear the words in real-life contexts, which supports beginner literacy skills in a second language.
These playful educational children’s videos also provide an opportunity for kids to build their listening skills, practice new vocabulary, and feel more confident using the language.
And by linking new vocabulary to visuals and narratives, the library offers a multi-sensory learning experience that enhances understanding and retention.
Children can see their favorite characters use words from the app, turning language learning into a playful, yet productive, adventure.
Why use the Studycat library?
While some of our stories are also available on YouTube, the library feature takes learning to the next level.
Instead of switching to an external browser, your child can watch the videos directly inside the app, keeping them focused and fully immersed in their learning journey.
This flow makes it easier for kids to connect the vocabulary with the stories while progressing through the curriculum, offering a more interactive and distraction-free experience.
When will the Studycat library be available?
We’re launching the library by early October 2024 with six fun stories — two will be available for free users, and six for paid users.
But this is only the beginning!
We’ll be adding more stories in the coming months, so stay tuned for fresh content as we continue to expand the library.
In the meantime, get started today in the Learn Spanish app and let your child explore the first batch of fun, educational stories with Studycat and friends!
Please note, the new library feature will initially be available on the iOS versions with Android soon to follow.