Seesaw

web.seesaw.me
Learning Management System
Weekend Project

All your elementary needs in one. Seesaw is your LMS with AI built in to boost student outcomes.

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Overview

Seesaw is an elementary learning experience platform that serves as a Learning Management System (LMS) with embedded AI capabilities. It connects teachers, administrators, students, and families to support each child's learning journey from PreK through 6th grade, providing instructional resources, student assessment, and family communication in a single unified platform.

Features

32 features across 16 categories

AI(7)

Convert Any ResourceAIPremium

AI tool to convert existing resources into different formats

Full AI SuiteAIPremium

Complete suite of AI-powered tools including resource conversion and generation

Generate from Topic or PromptAIPremium

AI-powered generation of instructional content from topics or prompts

Instructional AI ToolsAIPremium

AI-powered tools to assist with instruction and lesson planning

Limited AI Auto-graded QuestionsAI

Basic AI-powered auto-grading functionality for questions

Translate Any ActivityAIPremium

AI-powered translation of activities into multiple languages

YouTube ConverterAIPremium

AI tool to convert YouTube videos into instructional activities

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Accessibility(1)

UDL Framework Alignment

Alignment with Universal Design for Learning framework and accessibility standards

Also in: Justinmind, Justworks, Notion

Analytics & Reporting(1)

Administrator Dashboards

Presents administrators with deep insights into student learning to support teachers and communicate with families

Also in: Ivanti, Ramp, Stampli

Assessment(4)

Gradebook & Progress Monitoring

Tools for tracking student grades and monitoring progress

Meaningful Feedback

Enables meaningful feedback for students and families from teachers

Reading Fluency and Comprehensive AssessmentPremium

Tools for assessing and supporting reading fluency development

Student Thinking Visibility

Makes student thinking visible through assignments and assessments

Assessment & Support(1)

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

Evidence-based tools to implement MTSS framework for student support

Communication(1)

Family Communication

Provides families with continuous visibility into their child's learning experience to support and celebrate progress

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Compatibility(1)

Cross-Platform Compatibility

Works seamlessly across multiple platforms including Chromebooks and iPads

Compliance & Standards(1)

ESSA Tier III Evidence-Based Intervention

Designated as an Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Tier III evidence-based intervention

Content Library(1)

Seesaw Library ContentPremium

Full access to comprehensive library of instructional content

Core LMS(1)

Learning Management System

Core LMS functionality for elementary classrooms providing high-quality instructional resources and student management

Curriculum(5)

Computer Science Package with AI LiteracyPremium

Curriculum package focused on computer science and AI literacy education

Customizable Curriculum LibraryPremium

Ability to customize and tailor curriculum library to district needs

Early Literacy CurriculumPremium

700+ engaging lessons for K-2 grounded in Science of Reading with support for phonics, reading, and writing skills

English Language Development CurriculumPremium

Specialized curriculum for multilingual students covering K-5 ELD instruction with 550+ lessons and templates aligned to WIDA and state standards

Premium Supplemental Curriculum PackagesPremium

Additional curriculum packages for specialized instruction

Instruction(3)

Premium Instructional ToolsPremium

Advanced tools for high-impact teaching and assessment

Scaffolded Reading SupportPremium

Structured reading support with scaffolding for different student levels

Science of Reading Based Instruction

Structured and explicit literacy instruction based on Science of Reading research

Integration & Administration(1)

Automated Rostering

Automated class, teacher, and student rostering by syncing with Clever or ClassLink

Integration & Security(1)

Single Sign-On (SSO)

Seamless login integration with Google, Microsoft, and Okta SSO providers

Services(2)

Alignment ServicesPremium

Professional services to align Seesaw to district scope and sequence

Professional DevelopmentPremium

Professional development and training services

Student Engagement(1)

Student Engagement & Agency

Empowers students to actively engage in learning and demonstrate understanding

Pricing

Seesaw LMS

Custom
  • Teaching and Learning Tools
  • School & District Dashboards
  • Gradebook & Progress Monitoring
  • Family Communication & Engagement
  • Limited AI Auto-graded Questions

Seesaw Instruction & Insights

Custom
  • Everything in Seesaw LMS
  • Premium Instructional Tools
  • Computer Science Package with AI Literacy
  • Full Access to Seesaw Library Content
  • Customizable Curriculum Library
  • Instructional AI Tools
  • Reading Fluency and Comprehensive Assessment
  • Scaffolded Reading Support
  • Premium Supplemental Curriculum Packages
  • English Language Development Supplemental Curriculum
  • Early Literacy Supplemental Curriculum

Seesaw AI

Popular
Custom
  • Everything in Seesaw Instruction & Insights
  • Full AI Suite
  • Convert any Resource
  • Generate from a Topic or Prompt
  • Translate any Activity
  • YouTube Converter

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for Seesaw. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Seesaw alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 32 features.

Buy Seesaw

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Seesaw saves ~$36,960 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 32 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

9 known integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)CanvasClassLinkCleverGoogle ClassroomGoogle SSOMicrosoftOkta SSOSchoology