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App reviews for ipad, learning potential, thinking & reasoning

371 results
  • Review
    Lumosity Brain Trainer

    Quick games hone mental skills; in-app buy for full access.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Toca Train

    Virtual train set for fun, discovery learning.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    FACTS FOR KIDS - a new fact every day

    Fun facts can inspire further learning and discovery.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Scape

    Music app offers original, endless listening experiences.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Mini Empires Plus

    A lot of depth in strategy game; heavy in-app purchase push.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SpellingCity

    Engaging spelling app is a teacher's dream.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    The Room

    Gorgeous, captivating puzzle game will draw you in.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Gems With Friends

    Fast-paced matching game fun and, of course, social.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Clifford's BIG Birthday

    Birthday-themed literacy games good for emerging readers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Bad Piggies

    Angry Birds pigs star in challenging, captivating puzzles.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Juicy Math

    Sweet app helps kids connect counting to simple arithmetic.
    AGE
    5
     
    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
    Move the Turtle. Programming for kids

    Great concept; younger kids will need some guidance.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Flow Free

    Color puzzle game grabs grade-schoolers to grown-ups.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Quizlet

    Millions of user-generated flashcard sets; some can be iffy.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Chess Academy for Kids by Geek Kids

    Effective, step-by-step chess instruction for rookies.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    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
    Starfall Learn to Read

    Great reading activities fit a range of skill levels.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Play at Home with Daniel

    Simple game gets kids talking about everyday activities.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SUPER WHY ABC Adventures: Alphabet

    Nice collection of short mini-games with good feedback.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Morton Subotnick's Pitch Painter

    Innovative music app gets young kids composing.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Wee Alphas

    Whimsical ABC app enraptures with hidden letters, animation.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Kids Learning - Little Speller 3 Letter Words

    Customization options give simple flashcard-like app boost.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Montessori Numbers - Math Activities for Kids

    Great math tool for motivated kids to explore.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Mathemagics -- Mental Math Tricks

    Terrific tool for learning speedy math tricks.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)