The spread of smartphones has been especially useful in educating and entertaining children with kid-friendly apps. In response to a large demand for youth-inspired apps, many developers have developed mobile software for kids. Smartphone-based products like storytelling iPhone apps and baby teeth smartphone trackers aim to educate, track and entertain children. This list contains examples of apps that were made for kids in an attempt to capture dollars from parents.
Smartphones have a host of capabilities that work especially well for education purposes. Educational grocery apps and other similar products leverage the hardware and processing power inherent in smartphones to teach important life skills.
In addition to educating kids, apps can also entertain them. Storybook apps like storytelling iPhone apps transform classic bedtime stories into interactive experiences to keep kids happy.
22 Kid-Friendly Apps
From Child-Friendly Treasure Apps to Incentive-Based Child Trackers:
Alexander Lam — Aug 22, 2013 — Tech
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Educational Grocery Apps
Niels van Hoof's 'Taggie' Teaches Kids Where Food Comes From
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Artsy Animation Apps
The NFB Pixstop App for iPad 2 Lets You Create Stop-Motion Films
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Educational iPhone Apps
ZooABC Application Teaches Kids to Love Reading
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Chore Gamification Apps
Kids Will be Excited to do Household Tasks with the ChoreMonster
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Tyke Auto Trainer Apps
ToyToyota Releases 'Backseat Driver' to Teach Kids to Drive Safely
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Kiddie Book-Creating Apps
Scribble Press App Lets Children Write and Publish Their Own Stories
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Augmented Reality Holiday Apps
Zappar Magical Advent Calendar Has Animation Instead of Treats
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Storytelling iPhone Apps
iStoryTime Reads to All the Little Children
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Tween Mobile Social Networks
The Everloop Mobile App is Only for Kids 13 or Younger
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Child-Friendly Treasure Apps
The Time Tremors App Lets Kids Learn About History in a Treasure Hunt
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Conversing Facial Hair Apps
The Mustache Wisdom Phone Application Answers Your Pressing Questions
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Pop Icon-Appearing Apps
The GoldRun App Lets You Take Pictures with Virtual Smurfs
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Tablet Storytelling Apps
The Kindoma App Lets You Read a Bedtime Tale Over Video Chat
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Kids Icon Apps
The Grover's Number Special App from Sesame Workshop and Ideo
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Gamified Animation Apps
Cartoon Network CN 2.0 App Lets Kids Watch TV & Play Games Simultaneously
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Choo Choo Conductor Apps
The Toca Train for iOS Puts Players in Charge of a Virtual Locomotive
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Interactive Children's Book Apps
The 'Goodnight Moon' App Recreates an Iconic Story for Kids
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News-Focused Storybook Apps
This Bedtime Storybook App Presents Daily News Stories to Kids
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Incentive-Based Child Trackers
The ImOK App Encourages Children to Check-In With Their Parents
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Adorable Alphabet-Advising Apps
The Drawnimal App Fuses Old and New to Teach Kids the Alphabet
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Kiddie Finder Apps
Trick or Tracker Helps Parents Locate Their Children
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Musical Drawing Apps
The Tunetrace Converts Still Images into Musical Drawings
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AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Lego-Centric Apps
The 'Brick My World' App Turns Reality into LEGO Creations
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Demonic Parenting Apps
The 'Oni kara Denwa' App from Media Active Scolds Children
Kid-Focused Digital Literacy Curriculums
CodeMonkey is an Important Educational Resource
Personalized Entertainment Discovery Apps
Jim Lidestri's MoxieJam Focuses on Music, Movies & TV
Informational Real Estate Apps
The Oyssey App Redefines the Home Search with Data-Driven Insights
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
Interactive Screen-Free Games
Spin & Play® Encourages Physical Activity and Cognitive Development
Educational AI-Powered Devices
Think Academy Introduced its 'Thinkpal AI Tablet' at CES 2025
Kid-Friendly Digital Wallets
Google Wallet for Kids Offers Parents a Digital Way to Give Money
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Pet Care Management Apps
Paw Parent is A Comprehensive App for Pet Health, Care, and Management
AI-Powered Parenting Apps
Riley Helps Parents Manage Tasks Easily and Intelligently
AI-Powered News Apps
The 'Particle' App Uses AI to Organize and Summarize Articles
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets
Ticktalk5 is a Smartwatch Phone for Kids' Safety
Boycott-Supporting Phone Apps
Buycott Helps Consumers Decide Whether to Buy or Avoid a Brand
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Enlightening Travel Apps
Herodot AI Turns Sightseeing Into Something More Substantial
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
Location-Based Storytelling Apps
Storyrabbit Functions as a Personalized Audio Tour Guide
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Healthier Food Choice-Promoting Apps
To Better Health Debuts the BetterBites™ Nutrition App
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Cognitive Fitness Tools
IntelliBoost Enhances Your Brain Power With Games And Progress Tracking
AI-Powered Adventure Apps
The 'Globe Chaser' App Features Geocaching-Inspired Tours
Comprehensive Health Apps
Fitness Calculator Offers Instant Insights with Versatile Features
Child-Forward Travel Planning Kits
Trip Jones Offers Kid-Friendly Travel Planning
Personalized AI Bedtime Stories
Good Night Bedtime Stories Includes Your Child's Name & Interests
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Anti-Distraction Studying Apps
The 'StudyBug' Study Platform Offers AI-Enabled Assistance
Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps
The 'Intenty' App Prompts Users to Rethink How They Use Their Phone
Personalized Sleep Tracks
Huggies' Sound of a Hug App is Targeted at Infants
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
Conversational Language Learning Apps
Babyl Uses AI to Present a Personalized Language Buddy
Teen-Targeted Smartphone Models
The HMD X1 Offers Great Features with Parental Controls in Focus
Personalized Language Learning
Parakeet Creates Custom Language Lessons On-Demand
Productivity-Focused Exercise Apps
Steppin Locks Your Social Apps Until You Log Physical Activity
Anti-Distraction Student Smartphone Features
Google School Time Limits Features During Class
Smartphone Photography Editing Apps
The Adobe Photoshop App for iPhone is Available Now for Free
Personalized AI Storytelling
Storybook Magic is an AI App for Creating Personalized Stories
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Engaging AI-Powered Reading Apps
Ello Upgrades Its AI-Powered Reading App with a Storytime Feature
AI Quiz Apps
IQWIZZ is an App for Fun Learning Across Diverse Subjects in an Engaging Way
Virtual Learning Playgrounds
GlobeKin Offers Real-World Learning Experiences for Children
Distraction-Blocking Apps
The 'FlowBuddy' App Helps Users Cut Down on Screen Time
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Minimalist Phone Tools
Dumb Phone Simplifies Your iPhone to Reduce Distractions and Stay Focused
Searchable AI Quiz Apps
Trivia Glide Offers AI Quizzes on Endless Topics with Instant Feedback
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Anti-Distraction Smartphone Apps
The 'Jolt' App Helps Users Take Control of Screen Time
Customizable Baby Food Apps
Bébé Foodie Launched to Assist Parents in Making Informed Decisions
Personalized Story Creators
Story Spark Helps Create Magical, Personalized Stories for Children
Smartphone Metal Detectors
Metal Detector with Sound Turns Phones into a Metal Object-Finding Tool
Solution-Oriented Holiday Ads
Orange’s Holiday Ad Brings Families Together Over Smartphones
Cat Tracking Apps
Whisker Tracker Catalogs Cats Using Facial Recognition for Easy Tracking
Family Entertainment Apps
The Chick-fil-A Play App Shares Shows, Games, Activities and More
Bilingual Audiobook Apps
The Bilingual Book Company Has Introduced a New Mobile App
Music-Based Fitness Apps
Feed.fm Highlights the Significant Role Music Plays for Fitness Apps
AI Storytelling Apps
The Storyteller Offers an Endless Supply of AI-Written Stories
AI Parenting Assistants
Mom AI Offers Personalized Tips, Meal Planning, and Wellness Support
Online Exploitation Education Courses
Childhelp and Meta Launch a Free Educational Curriculum
Knowledge Trivia Challenges
Trivia Tests Your Knowledge Across Multiple Categories and Learn More
Emoji-Based Mood Trackers
MoodTrack Helps Monitor Emotions in a Fun and Accessible Way
Kid-Focused Educational Tablets
Smile Zemi Targets Elementary School Students
Kid's AI Storytelling Platforms
Fairy Tales World: Kid Stories Narrates, and Explore Classic Tales
Interactive Toy Experiences
ToyPal Brings Soft Toys to Life with Personalized, AI-Powered Stories
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
Financial Control Tools
iSave Makes Money Management Simple With Tracking, Goals, And Insights
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
AI-Powered Bedtime Stories
Sleepytales Creates Custom Bedtime Stories with Engaging Narrations
Workplace Safety-Enhancing Mobile Apps
JMJ Has Introduced the Toolbox Talks App
Diet Tracking Apps
SnapFood Helps Track Your Meals and Improve Your Diet with AI Assistance
Interest-Based Action Plans
Curiosity Quench is an App Transforming Passions Into Actionable Plans
Job Tracking Tools
Job Application Tracker Simplifies Centralizes Job Search Data
Digital Dependency Awareness Campaigns
Trapped by the Screen Uncovers Hidden Costs of Screen Time
AI Family Management Apps
Tasha is an AI Management Tool Integrating Into Busy Families Lives
Personalized Story Creators
TinkerTell Offers AI-Crafted Stories That Make Every Child the Hero
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Smart SMS Organizing Tools
The SmartSMS Organizer Automatically Categorizes Importance of Texts
AI-Powered Children's Storytelling
Pico Library Uses AI to Create and Read Stories for Your Child
Relaxing Brain Teaser Games
Sprinkle Words Takes a Non-Competitive Approach to Phone Games
Custom AI Learning Stories
LearningStory Creates AI Topic-Based Stories to Engage Young Learners
Early Literacy Tutors
Mentava Helps Young Children Learn to Read Using AI-Powered Lessons
Personalized Toddler Tales
The Spark Book Creates Custom Stories with Your Toddler as the Hero
Parenting Course Apps
Tiny Souls Media Debuts Zip and the Tiny Sprouts Alongside a Parenting Tool
Organizational Reminder Apps
The Todo Reminder App Enhances Productivity With a Few Simple Steps
Distraction-Free App Hubs
Explore Minimalist Digital Apps for Focus With Minimal Market
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Customizable Children's Stories
Storyland Illustrated Personalized Ebook Creates Custom Stories
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Word Puzzle Games
Word Train’s Daily Puzzle Game Offers Educational Challenges
Endless Bedtime Stories
StorrryNights Creates Personalized, Everlasting Bedtime Stories For Kids.
Recording-Elevated Voice Apps
Apple Elevates its Voice Memos App with New Functions
Time-Lapse Content Apps
Timelapse Provides a Unique Approach to Recording Engaging Content
Kid-Safe Music Apps
Muky is a Kid-Friendly Music App That Lets Parents Manage Playlists
Entertainment Tracker Apps
Flickd Lets Users Track, Discuss, and Get Recommendations on Media
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Pet Health Managers
Pet App Helps Track Health, Reminders, and Activities for Your Pets
Baby Care Trackers
Little One Tracker Allows Parents to Track Sleep, Feeds, and Milestones
Anti-Distraction CBT-Powered Apps
The 'Inscreen' App Helps Users Curb Their Screen Time
Gamified Habit Builders
Gamified Habit Tracker Makes Habit Building Fun with Digital Pets
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
QR Backyard Scavenger Hunts
Backyard Hunt is a Mobile Scavenger Hunt for The Family
Habit-Tracking Apps
BeeBetter Helps Establish Routine and Cultivate Healthy Habits
Comprehensive Museum Visitor Apps
The Chester Beatty Museum & accesso Refine Visitor Experiences
Fitness-Focused Screentime Limits
Stryde Allows Users to Earn Screen Time Based on Activity Levels
Minimalist Phone Widgets
Smile App Launcher Turns Your iPhone Into a Distraction-Free Device
Parenting Assistant Apps
Yoya AI is a Parenting Assistant for Tailored Child-Rearing Advice
Mobile Security Solutions
Turn Old Devices Into Security Cameras With Phonitor's Remote Monitoring
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Gamified Productivity Apps
Get Productive Turns Phone-Free Time into a Game with Rewards
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
AI Screen Time Managers
'Meaning' Uses AI To Curb Excessive Screen Time and Enhance Productivity
Safety-Focused Phone Tracking
Phone Monitor is an Android App That Tracks Loved Ones
Kids Art Marketplaces
Kid Art Show is A Safe Platform for Kids to Sell Their Art and Creativity
Interactive Education Platforms
Narrative Nooks Engages with Lessons and Real-Time Tutor Support
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application
Personalized Bedtime Story Generators
Bumble Stories Creates Bedtime Stories Featuring Your Child
Focus Productivity Tools
FlowBuddy Blocks Distractions and Turns Apps into Learning Opportunities
Important Sharing Apps
The FinhApp Let's You Share Wills or Messages with Loved Ones
Instant Summarization Apps
SaveDay Empowers Users to Engage Deeply with Content
Digital Focus Tools
SceneEscape Organizes Apps and Stays Focused With Custom Digital Scenes
App Activity Trackers
'Trace' Visualizes and Tracks Apps Usage for Better Time Management