Best Health Apps and Games for Kids

Last updated: June 24, 2021

Helping yor kid to make healthy choices is an ongoing challenge. From limiting sugar to getting them to go outside and play, there are lots of considerations. And beyond saying no to just one more piece of candy, we want to educate them about why their body needs certain kinds of care. One way to promote healthy decisions is to provide educational and entertaining apps and games that spark their curiosity. Whether they need some help making healthy food choices or are interested in learning more about nutrition and exercise, kids will get a kick out of these wellness-focused standouts. For more ways to learn about healthy choices, check out our picks for the Best Health and Wellness Sites for Kids and Teens.

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Caillou Check Up - Doctor's Office Poster Image
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Caillou Check Up - Doctor's Office

age 3+

Positive app lets kids role play a sometimes-scary event.

iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Free to try , Free (Entertainment)
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My PlayHome Hospital

age 3+

Playful visit to the hospital can prep for the real thing.

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MyTeeth

age 3+

Toothbrushing timer teaches parents and models for kids.

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Wuf Shanti Yoga Fun

age 3+

Kid-friendly yoga, meditation lessons from big, happy dog.

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Color Quest AR

age 4+

Color me healthy using creative tool ripe with food facts.

Dr. Panda Bath Time Poster Image
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Dr. Panda Bath Time

age 4+

Learn healthy habits while helping cute animal friends.

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Fitoons

age 4+

Eating, exercise games may inspire, need offline connection.

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Super Stretch Yoga

age 4+

Get kids moving and relaxing with warm video intro to yoga.

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Toca Life: Hospital

age 4+

Cool, open-ended virtual hospital best with adult guidance.

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Yummiloo

age 4+

Catchy tunes and bright colors teach kids healthy eating.

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Pick Your Plate!

age 5+

Meal-builder game teaches nutrition from around the world.

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My Food - Nutrition for Kids

age 6+

Cheerful resource serves up valuable health lessons.

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The Human Body by Tinybop

age 7+

Animated, interactive learning tool about the human body.

iPhone , iPad Paid (Education)
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Monster Heart Medic

age 9+

Fab medical sim promotes heart-healthy living.

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DIY Human Body

age 10+

Explore body systems with activities and video lessons.

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Arloon Anatomy

age 12+

Augmented reality lets you see the body's systems in 3-D.

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Calm Harm - Manages Self Harm

age 13+

In-the-moment help for teens battling harmful urges.

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