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App reviews for ipad, editors' picks

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  • In this highly addicting simulation game, kids learn about real-word financial concepts as they build a dinosaur theme park. And unlike many simulation apps, Dinorama doesn't tempt kids with in-app purchases.

     
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    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • For parents and kids looking for a kid-friendly daily news source, News-O-Matic is a winner, with its well-written stories and fun interactive features.

     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Kids create fabulous-looking faces using everyday items in this simple but highly creative art-making app.

     
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    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Elmo is at his charming best as he encourages young kids to explore numbers.

     
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    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • This excellent app helps kids identify and manage their emotions.

     
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    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Kids will love learning while they play, and the parent guide is a bonus for parents who are trying to prep little ones for kindergarten.

     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • This wonderful app educates kids in an uncommon way, focusing on social and emotional cues.

     
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    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • This creative free app based on TV show helps kids expand vocabulary relating to feelings.

     
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    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Stunning undersea adventure is about character development.

     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Block-popping puzzler steps outside the mold of other physics-based apps.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • A photo a day is a simple thing to do, but over time the results are amazing.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • This challenging super maze is fun to solve -- or just explore.

     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Oddly addictive music rhythm game a clever surprise.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Meanness and superficiality take a backseat in this version of the classic tale.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Hard science is made very easy to understand (and fun).

     
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    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • With excellent step-by-step instructions, even young kids can learn to sketch a dog, princess, and more.

     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Fling presidential portraits at aliens in this wacky way to learn history.

     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Hiding within this cool superhero game is a lot of math learning.

     
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    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Clever twist brings sense of motion to music rhythm game.

     
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    (App, 2011)
  • Kids channel pent up energy into artistic endeavors.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Gorgeous art style and music accompany this puzzler about directing an animated blob.

     
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    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • This combination of book app and hidden objects puzzles will keep kids searching for hours.

     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • This classic read-along tale inspires kids to explore and has been wonderfully adapted to the iPad.

     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Charming musical adventure filled with hidden interactions and a good message.

     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • No matter what year you were born, you're sure to discover nostalgic childhood memories among these clips.

     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)