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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 education, kindle fire, learning potential, self-direction

21 results
  • Review
    Reading Trainer

    Impressive brain training app focuses on speed.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    3
    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
    iStoryBooks

    Colorful, no-frills read-to-me originals and adaptations.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    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
    Ice Math Ninjas: ZERO

    Fruit Ninja-style app with number focus, cute backstory.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (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
    AB Math - fun game for kids and grownups

    Math practice app bubbles with brain-challenging fun.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Geometry Quest

    Well-presented quiz questions in a travel-themed wrapper.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Middle School Vocabulary Prep

    Colorful app offers solid practice; could be more engaging.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (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
    Math Pack Flash Cards

    Easy-to-navigate quizzes improve speed; mostly pre-algebra.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    TapToTalk

    Valuable tool helps nonverbal kids communicate.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    iTouchiLearn Life Skills: Morning Routines for Preschool Kids

    Fun examples, catchy songs help kids remember routines.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Potty Time with Elmo

    Nice guide to childhood milestone, but needs more Elmo.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    TableTots

    Customizable learning app encourages parental involvement.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Fun Math Tricks

    Learn mental math secrets that can boost performance.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Spelling Bee

    Good for general practice, but kids can't enter own lists.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Kids Numbers and Math

    Fun games teach and reinforce numbers for young kids.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    My Spelling Test

    Record word lists in your voice with enjoyable study aid.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Shape Builder - The Preschool Learning Puzzle Game

    Whether or not you believe that puzzles help the brain, these colorful conundrums are super fun.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2010)
  • 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)