Tried Impulse for My Sister’s School Prep – Didn’t Work Out, Any Suggestions?

Hey, I need your wisdom. My little sister is starting first grade in a couple of months, and I want to get her ready for school in a fun way. She’s super curious, loves games, cartoons, and interactive stuff, so I’ve been hunting for online platforms for kids. I stumbled across one site that promised brain-boosting tests, but it left me scratching my head. Wanna share what happened and hear if you’ve got any ideas.

So, I was looking for platforms with educational games or activities to keep my sister engaged and learning. I found Iq Mental Impulse, which advertised tests to develop intelligence. Thought it might help her build some logic skills for school. I tried their demo test, but at the end, you can’t see results without a subscription. Fine, I signed up, but then there were some unexpected charges, and canceling the subscription was a hassle. I reached out to support nada, just automated replies. The test itself wasn’t great for kids either: the tasks felt too tricky, the images were tiny, and there weren’t clear instructions. Maybe it’s fine for adults, but definitely not for a first-grader.

Now I’m sitting here thinking I probably went down the wrong path. I want my sister to love learning, not for me to waste time on sites that don’t fit. I checked some reviews online, and it seems like others weren’t thrilled either. I feel a bit awkward for not figuring it out sooner. Has anyone tried platforms that actually work for kids prepping for school? Any free games or apps that teach math or reading in a fun way? Or should I just stick to working with her myself, like with books and blocks? Would love to hear your stories or tips on getting kids ready for school. Thanks for reading!