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42 results
  • Review
    Yummiloo Rainbow Power

    Catchy tunes and bright colors teach kids healthy eating.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    How to Make Origami

    Colorful, mostly clear, classic origami fun.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (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
    Elmo Loves 123s for iPad

    Elmo is at his charming best as he encourages young kids to explore numbers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Cookie Calls

    Messages from goofy blue guy are both silly and helpful.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    iDress for Weather

    Customizable, picture-based weather app great for everyone.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Slide & Spin

    Toddlers learn to slide, spin, and push on the iPad.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Disney Junior Minnie Mouseke -- Puzzles

    Pretty pink app entertains tots with a bit of learning fun.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Bubble Guppies: Animal School Day

    Sweet friends help preschoolers learn about animals.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Beat Sneak Bandit

    Groovy music game requires rhythm and logic.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    LetterSchool

    Step-by-step method, animations make writing letters fun.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    FIFA SOCCER 13 by EA SPORTS

    Polished soccer simulator faithfully re-creates game.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tiny Piano

    Easy piano player, but watch out for ads and YouTube links.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Peekaboo Fridge

    A tot favorite moves to kitchen to teach kids food names.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    2
    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
    Calm Counter - Social Story and Anger Management Tool

    This excellent app helps kids identify and manage their emotions.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (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
    LiVe

    Health app helps tweens and teens set goals, change habits.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Left Right Pup

    Simple app gives kids lots of practice with left and right.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Out-A-Bout

    Great combo of reading and outdoor activity; some crashes.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Chalk Walk

    Kids learn pencil grip but still need real practice.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Pre-K Letters and Numbers

    Good tracing practice if kids can work around the kinks.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • 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
    Even Monsters Get Sick

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