CommonLit vs Waggle Math

CommonLit is a nonprofit literacy provider offering teaching materials and an English language arts program for schools. Its Text Library gives teachers access to thousands of free literary works and texts from diverse and contemporary authors. CommonLit 360 is a full-year, standards-aligned curriculum for grades 6–12, combining reading, writing, speaking, and listening around complete texts and grade-level tasks. It includes three benchmark assessments for tracking students’ reading growth and proficiency during the school year. The materials support literacy development for grades 3–12, while the 360 curriculum covers grades 6–12. Listed integrations include Clever, ClassLink, Canvas, and Google Classroom; Canvas is limited to eligible paid school packages. Google Classroom can import classes and students, post assignments to the class stream, and export scores to the gradebook. The Digital plan is free for teachers and students. School plans are listed at $4,200 a year, $7,200 a year, and $12,800 a year, each with a one-year commitment.

Waggle Math provides personalized math instruction and practice for students in kindergarten through grade 8, including learners receiving Tier 1, 2, or 3 support. Its adaptive system uses 12 data points to shape assessment, instruction, and practice, while a skill-based AI engine targets practice toward mastery. Students can use more than 60 learning games, and a practice item can offer at least 12 kinds of feedback. Math coverage includes number sense, operations and algebraic thinking, geometry, and other skills. Teachers can access embedded resources for Into Math, Go Math!, and Math in Focus, which connect students to related practice. Active NWEA MAP Growth customers can use assessment scores to place students automatically. Teachers also receive real-time information about mastery and growth. Spanish lessons and English Language Development resources support multilingual learners. Waggle runs on Android, iOS, and the web. The listed Skill Boosts Grades K–8 practice license costs what you agree with the maker; final pricing may depend on account and contract details.