6 Apps to Get Your Kids Ready and Excited to Go Back to School
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If children are going to spend even more time in front of screens than they are today, we, as parents, must make sure they are engaging in high-quality content — such as the content found in apps.
Ingrid Simone, executive editor of Toca Magazine, shared six of her favorite apps for tots just in time to get brain juices flowing after Summer break. There's something for any child ages 3 to 12, from learning about routines to creating stories — read through to see them all.
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Sago Mini Doodlecast
Sago Mini Doodlecast by Sago Sago ($1)
Ingrid said, "This fun, open-ended tool lets kids express themselves creatively through drawing and storytelling. Its incredible versatility helps make it a standout."
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Daniel Tiger’s Day & Night
Daniel Tiger’s Day & Night by PBS KIDS ($3)
Ingrid said, "The lovable PBS character encourages preschoolers with morning and evening routines, which are key to a smooth transition back to school in the Fall."
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The Monster at the End of This Book . . . Starring Grover!
The Monster at the End of This Book . . . Starring Grover! by Sesame Street ($5)
Ingrid said, "It’s always nice to kick back with a good book after a day at school, and this classic story never gets old."
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Toca Life: City
Toca Life: City by Toca Boca AB ($3)
Ingrid said, "Kids tell stories about everyday life with the characters and settings in the Toca Life series. It’s a simple concept, but with kids’ imaginations, the possibilities are endless."
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Minecraft: Pocket Edition
Minecraft: Pocket Edition by Mojang ($7)
Ingrid said, "If you’ve ever watched a kid construct a fantasy home, town, or even an entire world in Minecraft, you know that it can be an awe-inspiring way for kids to unleash their creativity."
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Scribblenauts Remix
Scribblenauts Remix by Warner Bros. ($1)
Ingrid said, "Kids’ imaginations and their vocabularies get a nice workout with this puzzle-game app. It's a fun one for siblings to play collaboratively."