DreamBox Learning

Squiggle Park is a company based in Halifax, Canada, that creates engaging, bite-sized games designed to teach foundational reading skills to preschool and early elementary students. Originally incorporated as Eyeread Inc. in 2014, the company rebranded to Squiggle Park in August 2016. Its adaptive learning platform utilizes video games to address declining literacy rates, allowing children to learn independently or collaboratively while keeping them engaged. This innovative approach aids classroom management, enabling teachers to dedicate more time to individualized instruction. Squiggle Park's platform is recognized for its effectiveness in improving literacy among diverse learners, including English Language Learners, and is noted for its ease of implementation in educational settings. The company has achieved significant traction, with millions of players registered, largely driven by word-of-mouth among educators. The platform is characterized by algorithms that tailor learning experiences to each user's unique abilities, along with user-friendly dashboards that provide educators with insights into student progress.

Reading Plus, LLC is an educational technology company founded in 1930 and based in Winooski, Vermont. The company specializes in developing adaptive reading software that integrates reading assessments with personalized instruction and intervention services. Its platform focuses on enhancing reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary through a comprehensive program that combines various components, including teacher-directed instruction and professional development. By providing research-based reading interventions, Reading Plus aims to support students, teachers, and families in improving reading skills effectively.