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
AI Food Scanners
Yum-Yum Kids Analyzes Food Intake Before and After Meals
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Gamified Collectable Sleep Apps
'Sleepagotchi' is a Furniture-Collecting App for iOS and Android
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches
The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 - Adventure Connects Kids to Parents
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
AI-Powered News Apps
The 'Particle' App Uses AI to Organize and Summarize Articles
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
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
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
AI-Powered Storytelling Travel Apps
Journi is an App for Tour Guides to Share Exciting Narratives
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Toddler-Targeted Smartwatches
The 'NehNehBaby' Training Watch Teaches Children Healthy Habits
Enlightening Travel Apps
Herodot AI Turns Sightseeing Into Something More Substantial
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Financial Challenges Mobile Apps
The Achieve GOOD™ App Aims to Assist Consumers with Debt
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
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
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
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Comprehensive Health Apps
Fitness Calculator Offers Instant Insights with Versatile Features
Personalized AI Bedtime Stories
Good Night Bedtime Stories Includes Your Child's Name & Interests
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
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
Image-Based Homework Help
Answer Lens Can Uses AI to Answer Homework Questions with a Photo
Anti-Distraction Student Smartphone Features
Google School Time Limits Features During Class
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
Reprogrammable Robot Companions
Quarky Teaches Kids AI, Robotics and Programming Through Play
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Food-Checking Health Apps
Know Your Food Helps Users Stay on Track with Their Diet
Educational Book Summary Apps
Bookster Let's People Understand Books in Just 15 Minutes a Day
Engaging AI-Powered Reading Apps
Ello Upgrades Its AI-Powered Reading App with a Storytime Feature
All-in-One Pet Care Apps
Dotsy Offers Tracking and Recording for Pet Owners
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
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
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
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
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
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Kid-Focused Educational Tablets
Smile Zemi Targets Elementary School Students
Anti-Distraction Studying Apps
The 'StudyBug' Study Platform Offers AI-Enabled Assistance
Family Organization Apps
Rejoy Merges Calendars, Lists, meal Planners, and More in One Place
Family Organizational Apps
FamHive Incentivizes Family Chores and Organization
Emoji-Based Mood Trackers
MoodTrack Helps Monitor Emotions in a Fun and Accessible Way
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
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
Science-Based Habit Apps
Addicted-Habits Provides Invaluable Support to Help Users Achieve Goals
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
Workplace Safety-Enhancing Mobile Apps
JMJ Has Introduced the Toolbox Talks App
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
AI-Powered Bedtime Stories
Sleepytales Creates Custom Bedtime Stories with Engaging Narrations
Interest-Based Action Plans
Curiosity Quench is an App Transforming Passions Into Actionable Plans
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
AI Reading Companion Catalogues
Ello Launches an Educational App, Powered by Adaptive Learn
Phone Decluttering Apps
Swipe & Delete Gamifies the Process of Deleting Photos
Home Decor Mobile Apps
Pottery Barn Officially Launches its Mobile App and New Design
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
Quizzing Language Apps
Multilingue is a Versatile Language-Learning App with Over 30 Languages
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Gamified Children's Productivity Apps
Kangaroutine Helps Kids Who Struggle with Routines
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Relaxing Brain Teaser Games
Sprinkle Words Takes a Non-Competitive Approach to Phone Games
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Personal Goal-Setting Apps
Fred Breaks Down Goals Into Actionable Steps
Parenting Course Apps
Tiny Souls Media Debuts Zip and the Tiny Sprouts Alongside a Parenting Tool
AI-Powered Language Apps
The Memrise App Welcomes More Than 70 Million Users
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Organizational Reminder Apps
The Todo Reminder App Enhances Productivity With a Few Simple Steps
Mobile Therapy Apps
Self Therapy Supports Mental Health Through Personalized Guidance
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Supportive Sobriety Apps
'Sober' Guides Individuals on Their Sobriety Journey
Storage-Saving iPhone Apps
MacPaw Unveils the CleanMy®Phone App For Decluttering iPhones And iPads
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
Child-Friendly Tablet Bundles
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Kids Edition Comes with Accessories
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
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Eye-Tracking Technology Functions
Apple Implements Eye-Tracking Features to Recent Products
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
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
Screen-Limiting Phone Apps
Takebreak Encourages People to Have a Better Work-Life Balance
Vocabulary Trainer Applications
TurboTerms Streamlines the Process of Studying Vocabulary
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
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
AI Travel Guide Apps
DocentPro Offers Insights and Stories of Nearby Attractions and Sites
Motivational Goal-Tracking Apps
Disciplined Helps Users Track Their Progress and Stay Motivated
Kid-Friendly Daily Podcasts
Today with Tonies Shares Fresh Content for School Children Every Day
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
AI Screen Time Managers
'Meaning' Uses AI To Curb Excessive Screen Time and Enhance Productivity
Engaging Language Flashcards
Karteto Makes Learning a New Language Fun Through Repetition
Safety-Focused Phone Tracking
Phone Monitor is an Android App That Tracks Loved Ones
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
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
Streamlined Meal Planning Apps
Foodpot Helps with Meal Planning and Recipe Discovery
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
Adorable Goal-Setting Apps
CanGoal Keeps Users Engaged With Cute Characters