With children maturing at an increasingly fast rate, exposure to grown-up, adult endeavors becomes more common, resulting in a plethora of fun and exciting social media innovations for kids.
Seeking to get little ones prepared and well-immersed in the media-savvy world ahead of them, parents are introducing children to forms of online engagement and interaction at a very early age. Combining methods of play with high-tech devices and social interaction, these innovations for kids are allowing young ones to participate in modern methods of technology in a much safer and secure manner. Showcasing everything from tablets designed for tots to toys that resemble online networking sites like Instagram, these social media innovations for kids are humorously reflecting an age where social integration has no bounds.
43 Social Media Innovations for Kids
From Kid-Friendly Coding Apps to Personalized Storybooks:
Tana Makmanee — May 29, 2014 — Life-Stages
42
Gen Z Vocabulary Charts
The Infographic Helps You Fast Track Your Way to Generation Z Lingo
41
Social Media-Themed Storybooks
This Social Media Story for Kids Addresses Internet Addiction
40
Kid-Approved Electronics
LEGO Releases More Made-for-Children Gadgets
39
Modern Toddler Smart Phones
The Wooden iPhone by Kyle Bean is Perfect for the Modern Family
38
Colorfully Animated Phone Ads
Tumblr Hosts a Colorful iPhone 5C Advertisement for Apple
37
I-Spy Cameras
The Dolli Camera Combines a Magnifying Glass with a Modern Point-and-Shoot
36
Cuddly Device Cases
The Totoya Creatures Offers Interactive Educational Entertainment
35
Touchscreens for Toddlers
The Phonebook Transforms Your iPhone into a Kid's Toy
34
Augmented Reality Nursery Apps
The 'Zappie' App Uses Augmented Reality for Education
33
Feline Emoticon Tees
Turn an Average T-Shirt into a Symbolic Kitty Cat Design with This Tutorial
32
Instagram-Inspired Wooden Toys
Anagram by Twig Creative is a Cute Camera for Children
31
Kid-Friendly Ecology Apps
Tinybop's Second Educational Kids' App Centers Around Plants & Animals
30
Remixed Social Media Fairytales
The Alice in Tumblr-Land Book Imagines Fairytale Characters Today
29
Kiddie Coding Apps
The Hopscotch App Simplifies Coding for Kids
28
Kid-Controlled Playtime Apps
UNICEF's PlayTimer App Sets a Timer for Playing with Your Child
27
Kid-Friendly Environmental Apps
The Four Seasons Earth Day App Will Help Your Kids Be More Green
26
Robotic Smartphone Companions
The Romo Robot Introduces Kids to Programming in a Fun Way
25
Talk-Only Toddler Cellphones
The '1stFone' is a Cellphone for Kids Ages Four to Nine
24
Child-Translating Newspaper Apps
The Tokyo Newspaper Develops an App to Translate News for Kids
23
Web-Connected Infant Weighers
The Withings Smart Baby Scale Communicates with Your Computer
22
Smartphone-Connected Teddy Bears
ELO Teddy Uses What’s App to Link Sick Kids with Their Families
21
Interactive Augmented Bedtime Apps
This Bedtime Story App Turns Bedsheets into Backgrounds
20
Social Media Cameras
The Nikon Android Instragram Integrated System is Handy
19
DIY Interactive Gaming Apps
Make it Kids Lets Children Create Their Own Imaginative Activities
18
Tweeting Toddlers
Twoddler Toy Mods Classic Activity Centers to Let Tots Tweet
17
Convertible Kiddie Computers
The Pupil 104 is an All-in-One Machine, Catering to Various Learners
16
Tween Mobile Social Networks
The Everloop Mobile App is Only for Kids 13 or Younger
15
Homework Help Apps
Tutor App GotIt! is an Inexpensive Solution for Math and Science Advice
14
Augmented Reality Cartoon Photos
Ice Age: Continental Drift App Offers Interactive Fun
13
Child-Friendly Treasure Apps
The Time Tremors App Lets Kids Learn About History in a Treasure Hunt
12
Social Media Baby Toys
The IOBR Toy Block Updates Toddlers' Statuses
11
Kid-Friendly Photography Apps
KidCam Appeals to Child Phonegraphers and Their Parents
10
Family-Friendly Social Media
'Togetherville' Brings Safe Online Networking to Children and Parents
9
Personalized Storybooks
Storybots Personalized Storybooks Let Your Child Be the Star of the Plot
8
Age-Appropriate Video Apps
This YouTube App for Kids Prevents Accidental Adult Video-Watching
7
Youth-Inspired iPhone Apps
Harold's Real Life Purple Crayon Lets You Draw Like a Kid
6
Kid-Friendly Coding Apps
The ScratchJr App Teaches Kids as Young as Five to Program Computers
5
Visually Stimulating Youth Timers
The Tico Timer App Helps Children Develop a Sense of Time
4
App-Connected Car Seat Monitors
'Driver's Little Helper' Alerts the Driver If the Car is Too Hot
3
Animated Children's Tablets
The Dreamworks Android Tablet is Designed for Kids
2
Pre-Schooler Email Apps
The Maily iPad App Teaches Children Online Communication Etiquette
1
Kid-Friendly Radio Apps
The iHeartRadio Family App is a Dedicated Radio for Kids
Related Ideas
AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Next-Gen News Apps
Shades is a News and Culture App for Gen Z and Gen Alpha
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
AI Social media Management
Social360 Offers a Streamlined Solution to Stay Ahead of the Curve
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Kids' Money Management Books
'The Adventures of Ca$hman & Supersaver' Promotes Financial Awareness
Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets
Ticktalk5 is a Smartwatch Phone for Kids' Safety
Personalized AI Storytelling
Storybook Magic is an AI App for Creating Personalized Stories
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Toddler-Targeted Smartwatches
The 'NehNehBaby' Training Watch Teaches Children Healthy Habits
Internet Safety Metaverses
Google & Roblox's Be Internet Awesome World Teaches Online Safety
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
AI Advertisement Additions
Meta Introduces a New Suite of AI-Powered Advertising Tools
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Social Media Notes Expansions
TikTok Notes Puts Text and Images to the Forefront of Social Sharing
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Kid-Safe Streaming Services
Gabb Music+ Provides Kids-Safe Music Streaming Services
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Personalized AI Bedtime Stories
Good Night Bedtime Stories Includes Your Child's Name & Interests
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
AI Storytelling Platforms
Story.com Combines AI with Creativity for Limitless Possibilities
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
AI Baby Tracking Apps
Baby Records Helps First-Time Parents Navigate Stress and Milestones
Social Media Political-Content Limitations
Meta is Reducing Political Content Recommendations
Kid-Friendly Digital Coloring
PalettePlay.art Has Customizable Coloring Book Templates
Conversational Language Learning Apps
Babyl Uses AI to Present a Personalized Language Buddy
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Anti-Distraction Student Smartphone Features
Google School Time Limits Features During Class
Child-Targeted Starter Smartphone Apps
The 'Screenable' App Downgrades Features for Younger Users
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
AI-Powered Creative Apps
Verse is a New App Revolutionizing How Gen Z Creates Content
Best-Friend Social Media Features
NoteIt Allows Users to Pick 5 'BFFs' for Special Features
Engaging AI-Powered Reading Apps
Ello Upgrades Its AI-Powered Reading App with a Storytime Feature
Personalized Sleep Tracks
Huggies' Sound of a Hug App is Targeted at Infants
AI-Tailored Bedtime Stories
Slumber Stories AI Tells Stories Based on a Child's Interests
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Social Media Impact Studies
Instagram Allows COS to Conduct Mental Health Research
Digital Legacy Storybooks
Autobiographer Preserves Family History with a Personalized Touch
Children-Empowered Adorable Smartwatches
NehNehBaby Introduces the Training Watch for Toddlers
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
Family Entertainment Apps
The Chick-fil-A Play App Shares Shows, Games, Activities and More
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
Child-Friendly Adaptive Storytelling
Zora Learning Teaches Kids to Read in More Engaging Ways
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
AI Storytelling Apps
The Storyteller Offers an Endless Supply of AI-Written Stories
Teen-Protecting Social Media Features
Meta Expanded its 'Limit' and 'Restrict' Instagram Tools
Kid-Focused Educational Tablets
Smile Zemi Targets Elementary School Students
Parent-Child Connection Platforms
ParentSider Helps Parents Get More Quality Time with Their Kids
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Interactive Character Smartwatches
NickWatch Helps Kids Learn and Play with Nickelodeon Favorites
Child-Friendly AI Learning Companions
The Fluffles are AI Friends for Kids That Promote Learning
Kid-Friendly Emotion Management Tools
Angry Kid Supports Children and Parents Navigating Feelings
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Modern Baby Apparel Lines
Gerber Childrenswear Launches Modern Moments™ by Gerber® Lifestyle Brand
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
AI-Powered Bedtime Stories
Sleepytales Creates Custom Bedtime Stories with Engaging Narrations
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
AI Story Developing Apps
Story Diffusion Creates Comics and Storylines Based on Your Prompts
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Personalized Keepsake Storybooks
My Life in a Book Captures and Preserves Personal Stories
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Gen Z Whitepapers
Wondershare Filmora Has Published Its First Whitepaper Titled 'Gen Z in Action'
AI Kid's Coloring Tools
ColorCraft AI Offers Educational and Engaging Art for Kids
Personalized Comic Book Creation
DreamCanvas Creates Comic Adventures Starring Your Loved Ones
Child-Friendly Good Habit Apps
Little Streaks Builds Healthy Habits in Kids
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Child-Friendly AI Doodles
Dodoboo Uses AI to Turn a Child's Doodles into Art
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
Social Media-Limiting Apps
Elqi Intervenes with Meditation to Limit Social Media Time
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Parenting Course Apps
Tiny Souls Media Debuts Zip and the Tiny Sprouts Alongside a Parenting Tool
Minimalist Social Media
Othrys Provides Social Media Optimized for Learning and Productivity
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Custom Illustrated Storybooks
MyStoryBot Uses AI To Share Powerful personalized Stories
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Expansive Children's Story Collections
KidTales PLR Helps Cultivate a Love of Reading
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Kid-Safe Music Apps
Muky is a Kid-Friendly Music App That Lets Parents Manage Playlists
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Intimate Social Media Websites
Bubbl Widget Builds a Small Online Community of Close Friends
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Family Travel Documentation Tools
Duckwyn's Travel Journal Offers Digital Scrapbooking
AI-Powered Children's Storytelling
Pico Library Uses AI to Create and Read Stories for Your Child
Nostalgic Web Browser Apps
iPod Social Turns Your Browser Into The Beloved Music Player
Digital Parenthood Platforms
Aura Has Launched the Digital Parenthood Community
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Storytelling Learning Platforms
Study Tale Offers Interactive Stories for Students
Kid-Friendly Joke Platforms
Knock Knock Jokes For Kids is a Safe Space for Children to Laugh
Customizable Children's Stories
Storyland Illustrated Personalized Ebook Creates Custom Stories
Custom AI Learning Stories
LearningStory Creates AI Topic-Based Stories to Engage Young Learners
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
AI Social Media Enhancement
Attract AI Elevates Charm on Social Media with a Few Taps
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
External Photo-Taking Features
Google Unveils a New Child-Focused Feature for Photo Taking
Elevated Social Media Visuals
SocialScreenshots Creates Stunning Visuals for Online Sharing
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Personalized Film Apps
Movie Me Helps Individuals Discover New Movies
Dynamic Visual Communication Platforms
ConverStory Transforms Speech into Captivating Images
Personalized Lifelong Digital Journals
Now and When is a Digital Journal That Moves Through Life
Social Media Visibility Boosting
Instagram hashtags is a Free Service to Enhance Your Instagram
Creativity-Focused Online Networks
NOCK is an Online Network for Creatives to Collaborate
Personalized Bedtime Story Generators
Bumble Stories Creates Bedtime Stories Featuring Your Child
Advanced Kids Sizing Tools
Makip Introduces the New Unisize for Kids Sizing Technology
Personalized Content Discovery Tools
Bread Allows Users To Discover Social Content and Save it