Resources
Guides, philosophy, and practical help for getting the most out of TutorThings.
Why TutorThings works
You grow more when you explain your thinking out loud.
TutorThings is built to help learners explain things more clearly over time — not just get to answers faster. The links below are a good place to start.
Kids explain their thinking more clearly.
Fewer 'just tell me' moments.
More confidence when problems get hard.
Better questions, not just faster answers.
What we won't do
- Won't give the answer before you have tried.
- Won't treat you the same as everyone else — support adjusts as you go.
- Won't act like a friend or make you feel dependent on it.
- Won't use billing prompts, urgency timers, or pressure tactics.
Start here
Quick orientation for your first session and setup decisions.
Student guides
Tactics students can use immediately to get unstuck and explain better.
Families & educators
How to support learning without taking over the learner's work.
Learning approach
Why TutorThings is designed the way it is.