What's New in Ignite by Hatch™

As of 03/08/2025, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.7. Updating Ignite to v5.7 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

35 New Spanish Games

• 9 new Spanish Guided Practice games: These games provide additional instruction for bilingual learners when they need extra support after a core game.
• 26 new Spanish first-grade core learning games: These games offer more learning opportunities in Spanish to support bilingual children in building foundational skills.

Other Improvements:

• Game enhancements: There are updated clock-hand images in some games for better clarity, plus improved graphics in Earth science games. There are adjusted volume levels in multiple games that feature Henry as the host.
• Login improvements: There is improved text wrapping in error messages and refined login messaging for better security. 
• Security and compatibility: We have worked with Malwarebytes to prevent false security alerts when installing Ignite.

 

As of 02/03/2025, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.6. Updating Ignite to v5.6 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

31 New Games

Spanish first-grade games support bilingual learners with additional core learning opportunities. 

Other Improvements:

• License expiration notification: Users will now receive a clear, consistent message when their Ignite license expires, along with a direct link to request more information, ensuring uninterrupted access to learning resources.

• Enhanced avatar customization: Children’s avatars now display their full, unique hairstyles across all games, creating a more personalized and immersive experience.

• Optimized progress bar experience: The progress bar now provides a more fluid and accurate loading animation, giving users a clearer sense of their progress as they navigate through Ignite.

 

As of 01/08/2025, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.5. Updating Ignite to v5.5 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

35 New Games

English First-Grade Guided Practice Games

To support children who may need extra help, we’ve introduced new Guided Practice games specifically for first-grade English-speaking learners. These games are designed to build confidence and reinforce key concepts for struggling children, helping them progress in their learning journey.

Spanish First-Grade Games

In addition to our English offerings, we’ve also launched Spanish first-grade games aimed at bilingual learners. These games provide additional Core and Guided Practice learning opportunities to support Spanish-speaking children in mastering foundational language skills.

Other Improvements:

• Smoother game progression: Games now flow more smoothly, ensuring that children receive the right activities at the right time to support their learning.
• Improved visuals: The progress bar is now displayed more clearly, and class and school icons only appear when they are relevant, making the interface cleaner and easier to navigate.
• Better app performance: We’ve made improvements to prevent the app from freezing or crashing so that children can focus on their learning without interruptions.
• Teacher account updates: Teacher accounts are now better managed, ensuring that deactivated accounts are properly logged out and can’t access the system.
• Enhanced accessibility: Accessibility settings, like closed captions, now work more reliably, providing a better experience for children who need these features.

 

As of 12/06/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.4. Updating Ignite to v5.4 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

29 New Guided Practice Games

This release introduces 29 new English first-grade Guided Practice games, designed to build skills and confidence in young learners. These activities support educators in guiding students through their learning journeys with engaging and effective content.

New Cache Limit Settings for Better Storage Management

To help educators and families manage limited device storage, Ignite now offers cache limit settings for Android and iOS users. These options let you customize how much storage Ignite uses, ensuring a balance between performance and device flexibility.

Here’s how it works:

1. Optimize Ignite performance (default/recommended)
   • No cache limit for fastest game-loading times.
2. Moderate storage and performance
   • Limits storage to 4 GB, balancing disk space and loading speeds.
3. Optimize device storage
   • Minimizes storage use at 2 GB, with slightly longer loading times.

To adjust settings, go to Application Settings → Manage Data Storage. Learn more: Managing Storage in Ignite for Android and iOS Apps.

Small Improvements

We’ve resolved key issues and improved system performance:

• Teachers using auto-roster can now log in successfully, even if some children don’t have photos.
• Clever teachers assigned to a class will no longer see incorrect setup prompts.

 

As of 11/08/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.3. Updating Ignite to v5.3 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

29 New Games

• 26 English first-grade Guided Practice Games: These games are designed to build knowledge and confidence for first graders as they advance in their learning journeys.
• 3 Spanish games: We have expanded our Spanish offerings for kindergarten students to support bilingual education.

Small Improvements

We’ve also addressed the following key technical issues to improve reliability and ease of use:

• Resolved an issue with Windows 64-bit builds to ensure seamless updates. (Note: Users on older versions will receive guidance for manual updates.)
• Updated and renamed “Device Info/Updates” to “Application Settings” for better clarity.
• Ensured that device version report on Insights displays accurate, up-to-date information.

 

As of 10/11/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.2. Updating Ignite to v5.2 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

30 New Games for Kindergarten and First Grade

• 19 kindergarten games: These are focused on transitional skills, helping students solidify foundational knowledge.
• 11 first-grade games: Guided practice activities boost confidence and deepen understanding.

Personalized Learning: Advanced Sequencing

Every child learns differently, and with Ignite’s advanced sequencing technology, learning journeys are now more personalized than ever.

Here’s how it works:

• Grade-based placement: Students start at an age-appropriate skill level.
• Dynamic skill adjustment: As children play, the system analyzes their performance and adjusts game selection to match their unique needs. Key benefits include the following:
  • Quick progression for students excelling in skills
  • Foundational skill-building opportunities for students needing extra support

The goal? To close achievement gaps and guide all students toward grade-level readiness. Learn more: Ignite™ Grade Placement and Personalized Sequencing.

Small Improvements

• Photo upload enhancements: Teachers can now upload, resize, and rotate photos directly from their device’s gallery on Android and iOS.
• Simplified game access: Unnecessary features have been removed from the Explore Ignite page for a clearer, more intuitive experience.

 

As of 09/06/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.1. Updating Ignite to v5.1 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Updates:

• 72 New Games: Including more 1st grade games, expanded Guided Practice opportunities, and more Spanish games to support our dual language learners.
• New Grade-Based Placement: When children are added, their date of birth will be entered, and their age will automatically convert to an age-based grade level, which will determine their starting level in each subdomain. Learn more: Ignite™ Grade Placement for Children
• Home Screen Addition: We've added the text "Touch to Play" to the intro animation, so you and your children know to skip the animation and go directly to the Child Login screen.

 

As of 08/12/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v5.0. Updating Ignite to v5.0 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Educational Games:

• First Grade Games: We’ve expanded Ignite’s skill coverage to include 1st Grade, supporting children transitioning from Kindergarten. These games come with accessibility features like keyboard operability and closed captioning.
• More Guided Practice: New English Guided Practice games help reinforce Kindergarten transitional skills.
• Spanish Activities: Spanish-language Kindergarten games are now available to support learners from diverse backgrounds.

Other Improvements:

• Updated Dressing Room: Children will enjoy a smoother experience with a redesigned dressing room, featuring improved flow, more accessible design, and additional rewards to unlock!
• Visual Enhancements: Teacher area screens have been updated with a fresh look, making navigation easier. We've also made some screens keyboard-friendly to improve accessibility.

 

As of 04/01/2024, the most recent version of Ignite by Hatch™ is v4.8. Updating Ignite to v4.8 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

Big News: We've Reached 1,500 Games!

We're super excited to share that Ignite now has more than 1,500 games for kids! This update brings 42 awesome, new experiences in Spanish, making our game library bigger and better for children to enjoy.

Here's what's new:

• Spanish Guided Practice Experiences: We've added 25 new games that help kids practice and get better at different skills.

• Kindergarten math and reading experiences: Check out 17 new games—all in Spanish—that make learning math and reading skills fun.

Other Improvements

• Child-lock feature: Teachers will find a new option in their Ignite teacher dashboard that helps keep children logged in to their accounts with a facilitated login process. Check out our guide to learn how to use this feature.

• Know when your Internet is slow: Experiencing sluggish Internet? Ignite will now alert you if your connection might affect your experience, ensuring smoother gameplay even under less-than-ideal conditions.

 

As of 03/01/2024, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.7. Updating Ignite to v4.7 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Educational Games!

• First-grade focus: Dive into eight new English games tailored for first-grade social studies, covering vital areas such as Global Connections, Civics & Citizenship, and Economics.
• Guided Practice for early learners: Explore 11 English and 16 Spanish Guided Practice games aimed at reinforcing skills for kindergarten. These games are crafted to aid in foundational learning and skill development.

Accessibility Features

Please note that these features are only available in our newly released English games in v4.6 and later.

• In-game closed-captioning options: Activate or deactivate closed-captioning effortlessly within compatible games through the settings panel, accessible via the gear icon. This feature is crafted to aid all learners, particularly those with hearing impairments, by linking auditory instructions to printed text, thus enhancing reading and comprehension skills.
• Personalized closed-captioning preferences: Teachers and parents or caregivers can also customize closed-captioning settings for each child, including default visibility and text size, through the "Edit Child Info" option. Learn more about closed captioning here: Enabling Closed-Captioning for Play in Ignite.
• Keyboard operability: Our games now support keyboard play, including a drag-and-drop feature, making them accessible to children with motor control issues. While touch remains a primary interaction mode, these updates ensure that games are more accessible through multiple input methods. Learn more here: Keyboard Accessibility: How to Play Ignite With a Keyboard Only.

 

As of 02/02/2024, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.6. Updating Ignite to v4.6 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Updates!

• Spanish Guided Practice games: Explore new games aimed at our dual-language learners, with a special focus on math and science skills. These engaging games are crafted to make learning fun and support skill growth with additional practice.
• First-grade social studies games: Dive into our newest collection of games for first graders, covering essential social studies topics, such as economics, global connections, and civics and citizenship. These games are developed with new accessibility options to ensure inclusivity and support.

 

As of 01/08/2024, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.5. Updating Ignite to v4.5 will ensure that all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

26 New English Games for Kindergarten Skills!

Explore a variety of new English games designed to cover essential kindergarten skills:

• Science & Technology games (8): Dive into Science & Technology games, with expanded Earth Science games and a new subdomain in Engineering.
• Social–Emotional Development games (15): Engage with new Social–Emotional Development games featuring subdomains like Social Awareness, Social Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making.
• Social Studies games (3): Discover new Social Studies games with new subdomains, such as Civics & Citizenship, Economics, and Global Connections. Stay tuned for further expansions as more first-grade skills are introduced.

• Accessibility improvements: The teacher dashboard now features accessibility-driven enhancements, improving keyboard operability. Enjoy more responsive drop-down fields and easier navigation in the Manage Children sections via tab/arrow keys.
• Enhanced game experience: A function has been added to new game development, introducing random "correct answer" animations. Children will experience a unique and dynamic feel even when playing repeated games.

 

As of 12/01/2023, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.4. Updating to Ignite v4.4 will ensure all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Games for Kindergarten Skills

We're thrilled to introduce 27 new games that cover essential Kindergarten skills, providing a diverse range of learning experiences for your students.

• Math games (9): Explore Number Sequencing, Addition, Subtraction, and more to strengthen foundational mathematics skills.
• Literacy games (15): Dive into new subdomains, like Phoneme Manipulation, Craft and Structure, and Integration of Knowledge and Ideas. These new skills pair perfectly with our newest product offerings created in partnership with Code-Ed. Check it out today!
• Social Studies and Language & Communication Development games (3): Engage in existing subdomains, like Self Identity, Community Awareness, and Vocabulary, aligned with kindergarten skills and state/national standards.

Other Changes

• Improved messaging and redirection for parents adding a child's photo.

• Auto-roster customers can no longer accidentally edit child information in Ignite.

• Windows devices without a keyboard attached will now automatically bring up the on-screen keyboard for better accessibility.

 

As of 11/06/2023, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.3. Updating to Ignite v4.3 will ensure all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Subdomains!

Discover 31 captivating games tailored for kindergarten skills, including exciting these additions:

• Numeral Writing experiences: Enhance your children’s fundamental number recognition and formation skills with six new experiences. Children can practice writing numbers 0–20, and Ignite will save their work samples for your review in Hatch Insights™.
• 3D Shapes experiences: There are seven new, engaging activities to help children understand the world of 3D shapes.

Other Changes

• There are two Spatial Relationship experiences to encourage children to observe and describe object placements using spatial language, thereby nurturing spatial awareness.

• Additionally, we have added 16 Letter–Sound Correspondence and Alphabet Knowledge alternate games, providing extra opportunities for children to showcase their literacy skills.

• We have enhanced the accessibility and usability of our Manage Children/Manage Class forms, making it easier for users to navigate form fields via their keyboard.

 

As of 09/29/2023, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.2. Updating to Ignite v4.2 will ensure all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New Alternate Games!

Introducing 20 new alternate literacy games! These games offer children another chance to practice their skills. If they didn't quite grasp a concept the first time, these games allow them to try again and ensure that their learning wasn't affected by the game itself. 

Other Changes

• Expanded support for Spanish learners in kindergarten skills. This means more assistance for children using Ignite to learn.

• Enhanced excitement for seven of our early Ignite games in both English and Spanish when children begin playing.

• An additional step to maintain Ignite's safety. Now, when you click on links leading outside of Ignite, you'll encounter the familiar "1/2/3/4" gate you know from the teacher dashboard.

 

As of 09/01/2023, the most recent version of Ignite is v4.1. Updating to Ignite v4.1 will ensure all users have the latest games/experiences, enhancements, and bug fixes.

New!

Entry Experiences have been refreshed for back to school! Children playing Entry Experiences will now be able to finish up to 30% faster than before without any changes to the content and skills available. For more information about Entry Experiences, please see What Are Entry Experiences?

Other Changes

• New buddy rewards! Children can dress up their buddies with more options than ever before, including more accessible options, like hearing aids and epilepsy helmets. 
• Alternate games to give children a second chance at a skill! This release includes three alternate opportunities for children to retry a skill, helping to ensure that the environment or mechanics of the game did not influence the child's ability. 
• Administrators can now log in to Ignite to demo games using Explore Ignite. For more information, see [Org Admins, School Admins] Ignite by Hatch™ App Access for Admins.
• The family members area in Ignite has an updated design. Family members will now see updated fonts and a new option to help get support directly from Ignite.