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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
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App reviews

1,986 results
  • Review
    Bloons TD 5

    Monkeys pop balloons in tower defense game; needs tutorial.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tiny Fish

    Kids navigate fish around obstacles in fun arcade game.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    N-back Suite

    Tough memory exercises require self-motivation.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Letters with Pooh

    Great tracing practice, OK games in classic story format.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    n-back

    Challenging memory task for self-motivated players.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    NBack

    Too-fast memory game lacks helpful options.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Brain Exercise

    Fast-paced mental tasks are uninspiring.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Flow Free: Bridges

    New version of puzzle game adds easy bridge twist.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Everloop: Goobit

    Mobile version of tween social network; parents can monitor.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    iFunny :)

    No joke, this humor app is a rude mess kids should avoid.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    I'd Cap That

    Offensive photo-captioning app isn't for teens.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Crazy Formula

    Science-themed puzzle makes for tricky play.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Pocket Climber

    Mild violence, in-app purchase push in Temple Run-style app.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    iQue

    Reminder tool not a safe bet for storing passwords.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    FORGET Full

    Clunky productivity app not good for sensitive info.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Wreck-It Ralph Storybook Deluxe

    Fun story loaded with extras, plus a racing game from film.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Disney Junior Minnie Mouseke -- Puzzles

    Pretty pink app entertains tots with a bit of learning fun.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    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
    Angry Birds Star Wars

    Familiar brands combine in smart way, ramping up fun factor.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Fotobabble

    Fun photo sharing app with audio has some privacy concerns.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Hero's Duty Interactive Comic

    Wreck-It Ralph tie-in supplements rather than retells story.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    ABC Alphabet by Little Sorter

    Simple app better if customized for deeper learning.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Fix-It Felix Jr.

    Fun visualization of a game from Wreck-It Ralph.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Sakura Quick Math

    Timed problem sets make arithmetic a fun sport.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SoundingBoard

    Speech tool has custom options but several limitations.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)