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App reviews for ages 12, learning potential

26 results
  • Review
    Codea

    Innovative tool for programming on the iPad.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Grade 7 Vocab Audios and Pics

    Fun cartoons and audio engage tweens studying new words.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    SkySafari

    Beautiful astronomy resource is rich with information.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Stellarium Mobile Sky Map

    Mobile planetarium brings night sky up close, beautifully.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Mobile Observatory

    Impressive tool for stargazing, learning about astronomy.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Mental Math Free

    Solid times tables practice and some tricks.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Robots for iPad

    Interactive app best for tweens, teens interested in robots.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Mathemagics -- Mental Math Tricks

    Terrific tool for learning speedy math tricks.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Fieldrunners 2

    One of the best tower-defense games gets even better.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Khan Academy

    Excellent tutorials on math, humanities, and more, for free.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SAT Vocab - MindSnacks

    6 fun ways to practice; purchase needed to unlock full app.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    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
    Battle Nations

    In-app pushiness mars otherwise fun strategy game.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Machinarium

    Challenging robot adventure surprises with touching story.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    American Presidents for iPad

    Great graphics and interface make presidents come to life.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Wonderful Days - Diary with Style

    Easier to use, more fun than similar apps, but not as fancy.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    HowStuffWorks for iPad

    Popular, trusted resource covers mature topics responsibly.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Fun Math Tricks

    Learn mental math secrets that can boost performance.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    IntelliVocab for SAT

    Free practice tool is good but has incomplete word list.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    GarageBand

    Feature-rich iPad version of the Mac music sequencer.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Final Fantasy III

    Pricey RPG delivers polish and depth of video game series.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    FitnessClass

    Workout videos for iPad; most classes are in-app purchases.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    GeoBee Challenge HD by National Geographic

    Advanced quiz questions target true geography buffs.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2010)
  • Review
    Brain Challenge HD

    Brain trainer puts your mind to the test, but it's harsh.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2010)
  • Review
    Scrabble

    Fantastic version of board classic with lots of tools.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2010)