6 Apps to Get Your Kids Ready and Excited to Go Back to School

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."