Top 5: iPhone Educational Apps For Kids
- Jun 13, 2013 12:26 PM EST
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Parents are relying more and more on smartphones to keep their toddlers busy while they do work because it's a fast and easy solution. When your kid is tugging at your sleeve, looking for your attention, the first thing that comes to mind is to hand over your iPhone and let the kid go nuts. On the flip side, it might make you uneasy to think that your child is wasting his time playing mindless phone games when they could be doing something productive.
Kids are also more used to playing with tech toys these days, so why don't you take advantage of the situation? Instead of downloading apps that are more like time-killers, have your kids play games that can teach them pre-school basics. There are countless apps available that can help teach your child basic math and reading skills all while keeping them occupied while you work or run errands. We've even done a little digging for you and found five apps that are sure to win you and your kid's approval.
Take the chance and turn your child's iPhone playing time into a learning opportunity by downloading these educational iPhone apps recommended by AppScout:
5. Monkey Math Sunshine
Recommended for ages 3 to 6
From the developers of Monkey Preschool Lunchbox, Math Sunshine teaches kids fundamental math skills like counting, addition, subtraction, and sequencing in a playful beach-themed world. Similar to Preschool Lunchbox, after completing a variety of activities your child is rewarded with a prize to add to his/her aquarium. With a simple interface, this fun game will provide your little one with endless and uninterrupted gameplay.
4. Monkey Word School Adventure
Recommended for ages 3 to 7
Word School Adventure is a fun, educational app that will keep your kids engaged. This game teaches kids pre-writing skills, spelling, phonics, rhyming, and other reading skills. Similar to Math Sunshine, kids collect prizes to add to their terrarium after completing a range of activities. Best of all, no confusing menus or navigation so your child can play without interruption.
3. Monkey Preschool Lunchbox
Recommended for toddlers, ages 2 to 5
Monkey Preschool Lunchbox is a simple, fun, educational game for young toddlers. The game cycles through a variety of activities such as counting, matching, and assembling puzzles. After a few activities, the child is rewarded with a sticker that can be added to his/her collection.
2. Jake's Never Land Pirate School
Recommended for ages 4 to 6
If your little one is a fan of Jake and the Never Land Pirates, then this app is perfect for him/her. The app teaches pre-writing skills, shape and sound identification, following directions, and other skills. Playing Jake's Never Land Pirate School is most definitely a fun way to learn preschool basics.
1. PBS Parents Play & Learn
Recommended for young toddlers
PBS Parents Play & Learn offers 13 games that young toddlers can play that teach basic math and reading skills. The app also provides parents activities on how to turn everyday things - like bathing, grocery shopping, and cooking - into fun, learning opportunities.