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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.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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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Our child development rating guidelines

App reviews for ages 4, 6 & 17, self-direction

32 results
  • Review
    The Flying Alphabetinis -- A Fingerprint Network App

    Social game blends easy, hard words for kid and parent fun.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (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
    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
    Math Runner Plus

    Sometimes-confusing game needs better pacing, more variety.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Bugs and Numbers

    Engaging math games span preschool through early elementary.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Bee Safe

    Great road safety app for tots; tilt control can be tricky.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    4KidCal

    Calendar has stickers and voice recording but is limited.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    DotToDot numbers & letters

    Puzzles to learn letters and math adapt for different ages.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    My DPS

    Fantastic app teaches emotions, coping strategies for kids.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • 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
    Dexteria - Fine Motor Skill Development

    Good hand, finger exercises for kids needing extra practice.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Barefoot World Atlas

    Delightful way to learn about animals, people, and more.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Montessori Letter Sounds HD

    Self-directed, fun, simple lessons will engage pre-readers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Madcoaster

    Arcade game is fast-paced fun with tangible goals.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dora's Enchanted Forest Adventures

    Interaction, sweet story will enchant Dora's younger fans.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Simplex Spelling Phonics 1 -- English

    Encouraging quizzes help kids master high-frequency words.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    iLuv Drawing Animals - Learn to draw 40 animals

    Step-by-step instructions great for guiding young artists.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    TableTots

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

    Terrific early math practice with captivating graphics.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    How to Draw-Full Version

    With excellent step-by-step instructions, even young kids can learn to sketch a dog, princess, and more.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (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
    Globs

    Popular online color-matching puzzler makes a nice app.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Kids Learn to Read

    Cute app moves kids closer to independent reading.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Bord

    Nearly flawless chalkboard app with some clever surprises.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)