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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.
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App reviews for ages 8, language & reading, self-direction

6 results
  • Review
    Book Creator for iPad

    Simple app lets kids craft their own books to read or share.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    SpellBoard

    Great study tool offers options for various learning styles.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (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
    Solitaire Chess by ThinkFun

    Logic puzzler great for a wide range of ages, skill levels.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Where's Waldo? HD - in Hollywood

    Seek-and-find adventure with a tad of movie-set violence.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    BrainPOP Featured Movie

    Daily films from educational group provide tons of learning.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2010)