PebbleGo[/b] is a K-2 learning platform that gives educators the resources to help every student grow their literacy skills while building essential science and social studies knowledge.
It includes five modules: [b]Animals[/b], [b]Science[/b], [b]Biographies[/b], [b]Social Studies[/b], and [b]Health[/b]. All five are available in English and Spanish, making it easy to support bilingual classrooms and diverse learners.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-home.png PebbleGo homepage showing the five main modules: Animals, Biographies, Health, Science, and Social Studies.
@h5 Access the PebbleGo Homepage
Students and educators can log in at: [url=https://app.pebblego.com/login]app.pebblego.com[/url].
Login credentials are issued at the time of purchase by our Digital Support Team and managed by your school or district.
PebbleGo also supports single sign-on through [b]Clever[/b], [b]ClassLink[/b], and [b]Google Classroom[/b]. Learn more about setup and integration options on our [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/admin-support/sso-and-integrations#sso-clever-integration]SSO and Integrations support page[/url].
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-suite-homepage.png PebbleGo educator homepage with links to Articles, PebbleGo Next, Books, and Create.
After logging in, select the [b]PebbleGo[/b] tile. Only the modules included in your subscription will appear on your home page.
@h5 Search for Content
PebbleGo makes it easy for students to find the right articles with powerful search options that work for a wide range of learners.
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+ Keyword Search
Students can type any word or phrase into the search bar to search across full article text, not just titles. As they type, suggested article titles appear in a dropdown. Selecting a suggestion will open the article, or students can press Enter or click [b]More Results[/b] to view the full Search Results page.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-keyword-search.png PebbleGo homepage with search suggestions for “ocean” in the search bar dropdown.
The search results page lets students and educators:
* Filter and sort results by subject, alphabetically, or by relevance
* Toggle between English and Spanish
* Copy a link to share specific results or articles
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-more-results.png PebbleGo search results page showing articles related to “ocean.”
This enhanced search encourages students to explore a wider range of topics and discover new areas of interest.
+ Visual Search
Younger students or early readers can explore content by browsing visually:
1. Select a PebbleGo module
2. Choose a category
3. Select a subcategory
4. Open an article
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-hummingbirds.png PebbleGo Animals page showing the Other Birds category with Hummingbirds selected.
This navigation supports emergent readers with clear visuals and step-by-step exploration.
+Random Article
Students can also use the [b]random article spinner[/b] to explore a topic chosen at random, making discovery fun and encouraging curiosity.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-random-article.png PebbleGo Science page with the Random Article icon highlighted.
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@h5 Navigate an Article
Open any article to find tools that help students read, listen, and learn as they go.
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+ Breadcrumb Trail
The [b]breadcrumb trail[/b] shows where you are in PebbleGo. Select any level to return to a previous page.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-breadcrumb.png PebbleGo article page showing breadcrumb navigation for "Lightning and Thunder" article.
+Spanish Toggle
Easily switch between English and Spanish at any point while reading an article.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-spanish.png PebbleGo article page with the Spanish language button highlighted.
+Copy Link
Use the [b]Copy Link[/b] button to share a category or article with students for easy access, or drop it into your lesson plans to revisit later.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-copy-link.png PebbleGo article page with the settings menu open and Copy Link option selected.
+Tabs and Sections
Use the [b]tabs[/b] to move between sections of the article and organize information by topic.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-tabs.png PebbleGo article page showing topic tabs for sections within “Lightning and Thunder.”
+Read More
Select the [b]Read More[/b] tab to explore related articles connected to the topic.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-read-more.png PebbleGo article page for “Lightning and Thunder” with the Read More tab selected.
This feature encourages students to expand their research and discover additional areas of interest.
+Read Aloud Audio
Select the audio button to hear the article [b]read aloud[/b]. Text highlights as the narration plays to help students follow along and build fluency.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-read-aloud.png PebbleGo article page with the Read Aloud play button highlighted.
+Read-Aloud Speed
Adjust the speed of article narration using the settings menu.
* Select the settings menu in the header
* Locate Read-aloud Speed
* Use the plus (+) or minus (–) controls to increase or decrease speed (0.7x–1.5x)
* The default speed is 1x
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-audio-speed.png PebbleGo article about lightning and thunder with a settings menu open, showing read-aloud speed controls.
Playback speed can be changed at any time while audio is playing. The selected speed will remain consistent across PebbleGo and PebbleGo Next during the same session and will carry into Capstone Interactive eBooks. Speed resets to the default when the session ends.
+Vocabulary Support
Select highlighted words to view [b]glossary definitions[/b].
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-highlighted-word.png Mouse pointing to a highlighted vocabulary word that opens a glossary definition.
Students can also hear correct pronunciation, helping them build vocabulary and understand new terms as they read.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-glossary.png Mouse pointing to the play button that reads the glossary definition aloud.
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@h5 Extend Learning
At the bottom of many articles, you will find additional resources that help students deepen understanding and apply what they’ve learned. [b]Available resources may vary by module.[/b]
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+ Cite
Access a ready-to-use [b]citation[/b] for the article to support student research and projects.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-cite.png PebbleGo citation generator showing MLA citation with copy and print options.
+Article
Download a version of the article for offline reading or classroom use.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-article.png Download options for a PebbleGo article as a full article PDF or a single page PDF.
+Activity
Download a [b]printable activity[/b] that helps students organize information, review key facts, and demonstrate understanding.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-activity.png Printable PebbleGo activity page for the "Lightning and Thunder " article topic.
+Video
Watch a related [b]video[/b] that reinforces the topic and builds background knowledge.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-video.png PebbleGo article video player showing lightning, thunder, and rain during a storm.
+Range
View a [b]map[/b] showing where the animal can be found around the world.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-range.png PebbleGo range map showing where hummingbirds can be found around the world.
+Listen
On select animal articles, students can [b]listen[/b] to authentic animal sounds to build deeper connections to the topic.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-listen.png PebbleGo Listen button that lets students hear the sound of an animal.
+Timeline
Explore a visual [b]timeline[/b] of key events related to the topic.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-timeline.png Interactive PebbleGo timeline highlighting key events in Albert Einstein’s life.
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PebbleGo also includes module-level engagement features that reinforce learning across topics.
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+Games
Select [b]Games[/b] within a module to launch interactive activities connected to the module content.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-category-games.png PebbleGo Games button that opens interactive learning games for students.
Each game aligns to the module students are exploring and includes curated article suggestions to encourage continued research.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-games.png PebbleGo Games screen with activities like Multi Match, Quick Match, Word Scramble, and Jigsaw.
+Question of the Day
Select [b]Question of the Day[/b] at the category level to spark discussion.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-category-question.png PebbleGo Question of the Day button that invites students to answer a daily poll.
Students can respond to a daily content-based question, support their opinion with facts from articles, and participate in class voting or peer discussion.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-question-of-day.png PebbleGo Question of the Day poll where students vote and see class results.
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@h5 Educator Resources
Educators can find additional resources and instructional support by selecting [b]Educator Resources[/b] at the bottom of any PebbleGo page.
@image /content/dam/pebblegodev/help-center/pg-educator-resources.png PebbleGo educator homepage with the cursor highlighting the Educator Resources link in the footer.
The Educator Inspiration page includes:
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+Lesson Planning Support
Select Explore, choose a PebbleGo module, and browse ready-to-use [b]lesson plans and activities[/b] that support classroom instruction and research skills.
+Downloadables
Access printable resources such as [b]monthly calendars and graphic organizers[/b] that support student learning. Thumbnails are also available for use in newsletters, slides, resource hubs, and library or classroom websites.
+Content Map
View complete [b]content maps[/b] for each PebbleGo module to see all available topics and support curriculum planning. Articles shown in red indicate recently added content.
+Trainings
Register for [b]live sessions[/b] or watch recorded webinars for ideas on integrating PebbleGo into instruction.
+Updates and Timely Ideas
Get the latest from PebbleGo with our monthly [b]PebbleGo Pulse newsletter[/b], including educator-led inspiration, ready-to-use activities, calendars, and downloadable resources.
+Resources to Send Home
Keep families informed about how PebbleGo is used in the classroom with ready-to-share materials and printables.
[b]This section includes:[/b]
* [b]Letters and Communications[/b]: Download prewritten letters to introduce PebbleGo to families, including English and Spanish versions, to support school-to-home communication.
* [b]Posters and Bookmarks[/b]: Access printable sign-in posters and bookmarks that help students and families quickly find and access PebbleGo at home.
* [b]Calendars[/b]: Access monthly calendars available in Downloadables, provided here for easy sharing with families.
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@h4 Related Articles
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+ Additional Quickstart Guides
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/educator-support/pebblego-quickstart]PebbleGo Quickstart guide[/url]
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/educator-support/pebblego-next-quickstart]PebbleGo Next Quickstart guide[/url]
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/educator-support/capstone-interactive-ebooks-quickstart]Capstone Interactive Quickstart guide[/url]
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/educator-support/educator-tools-quickstart]Educator Tools Quickstart guide[/url]
+ SSO and Integration
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/admin-support/sso-and-integrations]SSO and Integration Overview[/url]
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/help-center/admin-support/sso-and-integrations-faq]SSO and Integration FAQ[/url]
* [url=https://www.pebblego.com/resources/blog/Unlock-the-Full-Power-of-PebbleGo-with-the-New-Clever-ClassLink-App]Unlock the Full Power of PebbleGo with the New Clever & ClassLink App[/url]
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