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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.
Good: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
Fair: Somewhat engaging, okay learning approach.
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App reviews for learning potential, emotional development

77 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
    Toca Hair Salon

    Easy, creative hairstyling for very young kids to tweens.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Instructables

    Slick DIY app features cool projects; supervision required.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    PicsArt - Photo Studio

    Top-notch photo app crams in functionality; some iffy stuff.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Toca Hair Salon 2

    More tools, characters, and hair-styling fun in nice sequel.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Wee You-Things

    Colorful, interactive book lets kids celebrate diversity.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Builda the Re-Bicycler

    Cute eco tale features a strong female role model.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Facebook Home

    Slightly clumsy app puts FB front and center, all the time.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    News-O-Matic

    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.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    The FREE Dictionary by Farlex

    Excellent reference with games, fun graphics, and more.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Sky Map

    Excellent tool encourages appreciation of the universe.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android
    (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
    Ansel & Clair: Paul Revere's Ride

    Fantastic app makes historical figures relatable for kids.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Dictionary.com

    Comprehensive tool with voice search, fun daily features.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Proloquo2Go

    Skillful speech app helps kids communicate, grows with them.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Social Adventures

    Powerful, engaging tool can help boost kids' social skills.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    First Words Feelings

    Useful tool helps kids study facial expressions, spell.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Chore Pad

    Productivity app lets families set own tasks and rewards.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Time Timer

    Easy, customizable timing in a handy tool.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Model Me Going Places 2

    Narrated photos a valuable tool for building social skills.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    ABA Flash Cards & Games -- Emotions

    Flash cards are good for learning emotions; games just OK.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Hidden Curriculum for Kids

    Practical but wordy app helps kids learn social skills.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Touch and Learn -- Emotions

    Free app builds emotional awareness; best with adult input.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    That's How I Feel

    Tool helps kids express feelings but might be too nuanced.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)