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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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Learning ratings
Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
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App reviews for learning potential, math, emotional development

20 results
  • Review
    How to Make Origami

    Colorful, mostly clear, classic origami fun.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Pre-Algebra Guide

    Handy math reference gives bite-sized explanations.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Mathinary

    No-frills formula reference is missing some basics.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Flow Free: Bridges

    New version of puzzle game adds easy bridge twist.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Look In My Eyes 1 Restaurant

    Game rewards eye contact; better for kids who like sims.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Flow Free

    Color puzzle game grabs grade-schoolers to grown-ups.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dexteria - Fine Motor Skill Development

    Good hand, finger exercises for kids needing extra practice.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dino Hospital HD

    Play-doctor app has cute games but jarring sounds.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Elmo Calls

    Favorite character delivers fun, supportive messages.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dr. Panda's Hospital

    Easy, intuitive app teaches young kids medical care basics.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Marble Math Junior

    Younger kids' version of great math app holds its own.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Marble Math

    Marble mazes make for fun math practice.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Mathris

    Arcade-style addition practice for kids who like fast games.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    The Sims FreePlay

    Freemium sim both enjoyable and playable without spending.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    iLuv Drawing Animals - Learn to draw 40 animals

    Step-by-step instructions great for guiding young artists.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Memory Train

    Fast app aimed at young kids, but older ones will enjoy too.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    It's Not What You've Got! - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

    Planting first seeds for kids about using money wisely.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Solitaire Chess by ThinkFun

    Logic puzzler great for a wide range of ages, skill levels.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Game Dev Story

    Hidden instructions hamper fun in video-game company sim.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2010)
  • Review
    Pocket Frogs

    Fun, pretty frog sim could tempt kids to spend real money.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2010)