The best kids apps for iPhone
Smartphones are part of everyday life even for small children. That is why we present the best iPhone apps for your little ones.
For the kids: toddler apps
If toddlers play with the iPhone, the apps should not only keep them busy, but also encourage them. The games should also be childproof - i.e. ad-free and without in-app purchases. Both of the apps presented currently cost 89 cents in the iTunes App Store, you do not expect any further costs.
- There is a lot to discover at "Pango Playground": According to the maker, the app is suitable for children from the age of two. The main element is a wooden train, which is structured differently in four playing areas. There are also blocks, figures and cars, all of which are interactive and can be moved using the touch function. In addition to fun and games, your children will also learn about objects and train their motor skills.
- If children of this age could already read, you would probably get tired when reading the long title: "Sleep well and dream something nice - the children's book to fall asleep by the makers of the Wimmel apps". However, the app stands out not only because of the title, but also because of its loving design. With the interactive picture book, the little ones put tired animals to sleep and extinguish the light - until they finally fall asleep themselves. A very good help for long evenings.
Kindergarten and preschool - playful learning is the order of the day
Ideally, children of kindergarten and pre-school age play with apps that also teach you something - such as ABC.
- Who doesn't know her: Pippi Longstocking and her Villa Kunterbunt. The app is a whole collection of games for children between the ages of four and six. Your youngsters will be entertained and surprised while exploring Villa Kunterbunt for currently 2.69 euros. In each room, your children can discover three games and lots of interactive things. And of course there is a hide and seek game with Pippi. The app thus promotes motor skills, concentration and imagination.
- Preschool age is almost the beginning of life, but the main thing is playful. With "Monster ABC" your children play in the monster forest with letters and pictures that they should assign to each other. You collect cute monsters who like to rhyme as well. For currently 1.99 euros, the learning app not only conveys letters, but also promotes concentration.
10+: The kids and teen department for the iPhone
At this age, there has to be something more: elaborate presentation and of course a lot of play, fun and excitement.
- Chess with a difference: With the app "Chess and Matt - chess program for learning for children and the whole family", older children learn chess in an exciting way. There are both knights and pirates here. In the knight's castle, your children learn chess from a ghost - and not just the basics. Once they have passed enough tests and won games, the challenge on the pirate ship awaits them. The app is currently a good investment for EUR 4.49: the level is so high that some adults can also learn a few chess moves.
- The app "Touchgrind Skate 2" demands concentration, but also motivation from young players. The finger skateboard for iPhone surprises with a very realistic control that requires a lot of concentration. However, you also need some practice - which in turn promotes patience, endurance and motivation. If you give up quickly here, you won't get far. The virtual finger board currently costs EUR 4.49.
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