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App reviews for language & reading

278 results
  • Review
    Starfall All About Me

    Familiar themes boost learning for new readers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    PIXEL'D

    Animate like a pro, but young kids will need adult guidance.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Twisted Lands - Shadow Town Collector's Edition

    Some violence in zombie-themed hidden-object adventure.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    The Great Cookie Thief - Starring Cookie Monster

    New version of classic book has kids solve the mystery.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Even Monsters Get Sick

    Cute tale kids can relate to, supported by great features.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Minnie Bow Maker

    Girl-centric app will please dress-up fans but is limited.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Reading Rainbow

    Classic reborn as e-library with great selection, high fees.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dora ABCs Vol 1: Letters & Letter Sounds

    Easy-to-play games are great practice for pre-readers.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Brave Interactive Comic

    Comic-style fun geared toward older kids who love the movie.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Brave: Storybook Deluxe

    Visually beautiful retelling of movie, with fun extras.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Jake's Never Land Pirate School

    Colorful games focus on basic skills and pirate-themed fun.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Montessori Letter Sounds HD

    Self-directed, fun, simple lessons will engage pre-readers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Princess Fairy Tale Maker - by Duck Duck Moose

    Audio, easy animation help kids create and enhance stories.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SAT Vocab - MindSnacks

    6 fun ways to practice; purchase needed to unlock full app.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    LEGO Super Hero Movie Maker

    Good tool for making stop-motion movies; LEGOs not required.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Wubbzy's Pirate Treasure

    Cute book has an anti-materialism message, unique modes.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    AddictingGames

    Free game portal offers dozens of titles, many of them iffy.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tapikeo HD

    Creative tool great for making personalized stories, games.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dora's Enchanted Forest Adventures

    Interaction, sweet story will enchant Dora's younger fans.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Scramble With Friends

    Addictive word game safer to play with your own friends.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Word Ball - A Fun Word Game and App

    Engaging, somewhat frantic game with some spelling practice.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Puzzlejuice

    Tetris-like word app wins with clever concept, snarky humor.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Pickle's Paper Dolls

    Sweet, colorful representation of beauty in six cultures.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Phrase Wit

    Illuminating look at expressions you're using incorrectly.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    GazziliShapes

    Cute games best for kids who already know shapes.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)