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App reviews for creativity

137 results
  • Review
    Montessori 1st Operations

    Math concept work with clear instruction and fun rewards.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    TinkerBox

    Superb physics puzzler challenges kids, inspires creativity.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Hopscotch HD

    Easy-to-use visual tool makes programming fun for kids.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Codea

    Innovative tool for programming on the iPad.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Draw Something 2

    Lots of new cool features; random opponents still a concern.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: 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
    Builda the Re-Bicycler

    Cute eco tale features a strong female role model.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Faces iMake - Right Brain Creativity

    Kids create fabulous-looking faces using everyday items in this simple but highly creative art-making app.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kids Paint Free

    Bright, random colors engage, but options are limited.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Sketchbook Pro

    Impressive creation tool for teens serious about art.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: Android, iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Story Dice

    Symbol dice for telling stories, sweet and simple.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Lists for Writers

    Simple, extensive tool keeps writer's block at bay.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Historypin

    Sophisticated look back in time via geo-located images.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    lino - Sticky and Photo Sharing

    Colorful virtual bulletin board is busy but nearly seamless.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Mindomo (mind mapping)

    Productivity tool looks great but is tricky to navigate.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    How to Draw - Easy Lessons

    Step-by-step help simple to follow, but app lacks polish.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Colorforms Revolution

    Several modes give lots of options for fun digital art.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Super Home Hero

    Can doing the laundry be fun? On this app, yes!
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Explain Everything

    Powerhouse presentation tool has a multitude of features.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Robots for iPad

    Interactive app best for tweens, teens interested in robots.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Toontastic Jr. Pirates

    Kids learn storytelling basics as they create cartoons.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Music Sparkles - All In One Musical Instruments Collection HD

    Great play-along music app for little ones; upgrade is fab.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)