Education in schools is never enough for wholesome learning and we, the parents, have to be vigilant and supportive. Sure, homework, exams and teachers are irreplaceable but if you have kids who are just learning to talk, these apps will prove amazing. Note: We tested the apps on a Samsung Galaxy SIII and a Nexus 7 2013 tablet running Android 4.3 and 4.4 respectively. There were absolutely no issues with the apps and they ran great. Furthermore, the top 10 android apps for kids learning are not arranged in any ascending countdown order. Due to their versatile nature, it will be unfair to pit them against each other.
1. 123 ABCs Handwriting Fun
The most important aspect of good education is quality handwriting. Many examiners judge the paper simply by looking at the eminence of handwriting. The significance of having good command on the form and factors of shaping words is quite high. 123 ABCs Handwriting Fun is a great app which lets your kids trace alphabets and numbers on top of well-formed ones. We used to trace letters on special tracing books but technology has made the process quite easy. Features:
English alphabets are well formed. Upper and lower case practice. Big interface makes it easy to trace. Numbers and shapes included.
Notable feature: Very kid friendly user interface. The application is very responsive to touch. Downloads: 500,000 – 1,000,000. Android Version: 1.5 and up. Size: 3.62MB Price: Free, ad-supported
2. 10monkeys Multiplication
Learning mathematical tables can be a daunting task for kids. 10monkeys Multiplication attempts to make that cumbersome memorizing process into something fun and easy. The app makes tables into amusing activities and games so the kids will have fun while learning. The kids will actually want to learn more just to do great in the games presented by the app. It is more of a motivational app than a pure mathematical one, but it does a great job. Features:
Great graphics Fun and engaging games. Very easy controls. Jolly gorilla character
Notable Feature: 10monkeys Multiplication has a great environment with very enjoyable sounds. Downloads: 10,000 – 50,000 Android Version: 2.2 and up. Size: 36.32MB Price: Free
3. Fun Animal Puzzles Toddler Kid
Mental exercise has a lot of importance in quality education. Fun Animal Puzzles Toddler Kid is designed for young children who are just starting to get organization skills. While this application may not directly impact the education, it will surly come in handy with their eye coordination down the road. Features:
Mental activity. Easy to solve puzzles. Suitable for toddlers too.
Notable Feature: The app has a safety slider which will lock the application on top. Kid will no longer be exiting the app accidently. Downloads: 100,000 – 500,000 Android Version: 2.2 and up. Size: 33.16 Price: Free
4. Carnival of Animals
Exposure to music at an early age is quite beneficial for kids. For one, their hidden tendencies can be spotted at a very early age and honed to great extent. Secondly, music plays a big part in our lives. Carnival of Animals has two sides, one is great storytelling and interaction. The other is excellent introduction to basic music making. There are no actual instruments for kids to play with, but the hand and music coordination is there. Features:
Amazing graphics. Cute characters. Multiple characters with unique instrument to select from. 2 free characters including a lion and a kangaroo.
Notable Feature: The application is free to use but if you want to extend the character (instrument) roster you can also purchase more. Downloads: 10,000 – 50,000. Android Version: 3.0 and up. Size: 124MB Price: Free with In App Purchases
5. iStoryBooks
Reading to children is the best way to put them to bed. This is extremely helpful when you have great content to share every day. iStoryBooks is a story book application which has a lot of stories for you to tell. The app supports multiple languages so you will be able to indulge in native language stories too. If you are not around, the app also has a kids mode with pre-installed stories. The stories have pictures and are perfectly narrated. Features:
Good enjoyable stories. Narration is clear. Parental locks available. Free books are also there. Purchasing a subscription opens up premium stories.
Notable Feature: You can select stories which will appear in the “kid” version of the app and keep others protected in the parents version. Downloads: 1,000,000 – 5,000,000 Android Version: Varies with device Size: Depends on how many books you have downloaded. Price: Free with optional subscription.
6. Numbers & Addition! Math Games
Numbers & Addition! Math Games is a great app for the young ones who are just learning to add. It not only allows the young kids to learning ascending numbers, but memorizes the order too. The games in the app are quite simple yet intuitive. Kids will be playing with numbers and having fun in almost no time. Features:
Fun characters and sounds to attract young children. Good games with number based progression. Ideal for teaching numbers to pre-school kids.
Notable Feature: The games in this app are quite simple and will enchant the young kids. Downloads: 10,000 – 50,000 Android Version: 2.2 and up. Size: 78.65 MB Price: Free
7. Color & Draw for kids
Color & Draw for kids is a great app if you want to save your newly painted walls. We all know that coloring and drawing is the best pastime for your young kids. It not only enriches their creativity, but also keeps them occupied for long durations. This app has everything you can desire from a drawing application. There are blank canvases on which the kids can doodle their very own creations and then there are sketches which can be colored in. Features:
Blank and pre-drawn canvases. Saving system. Great tools and features. Ability to doodle on photos.
Notable Feature: There are a number of fun tools for kids to use and manipulate their creations. Downloads: 100,000 – 500,000 Android Version: 2.2 and up Size: 14.8 MB Price: $0.99
8. Amazing Alex
Amazing Alex is a physics based puzzle game in which you have to put objects at a certain place. You gain stars during the level and if you are successful, you get to play the next one. The game is made by the developers behind Angry Birds but has some of the best physics based puzzles we have seen. You and your kids will be pondering how to get that football into the basket for quite some time with this great app. Features:
Great gameplay. Physics based puzzles. Brain teasing game. Good graphics and interface.
Notable feature: Amazing Alex wants you to think and plan ahead of launching the chain of events. This requires trial and error which is great for teaching patience to kids. Downloads: 500,000 – 1,000,000 Android version: 2.1 and up. Size: 22 MB Price: Free, $0.99 ad free version and $2.99 for HD version.
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9. Duolingo: Learn Languages free
Duolingo is an amazing app if you want to learn a new language. We all have to learn Spanish in 5th grade, so why not get this app to make it easier. The best part is that Duolingo uses great techniques to allow the learning of new languages. Picture association and other tested methods are employed in the award winning application. Features:
Multiple languages to learn. Great phonetics aids. Well established teaching methods. Fun to learn new languages.
Notable Feature: Duolingo is a completely free application and is very addictive. Kids will fall in love with learning new languages thanks to this app. Downloads: 5,000,000 – 10,000,000 Android Version: 2.2 and up Size: 4.9 MB Price: Free
10. HomeWork
Time management is probably the most important factor of education. Without time management there is no proper learning and also no time for wholesome fun. HomeWork is a handy app which allows students and even teachers to manage their time. This is exactly the reason why it is on the top of our 10 android apps for kids learning list. Features:
Manage classes and homework Set up alerts Manage exam preparations
Notable Feature: The application has distinct modes for students and teachers. Furthermore, graphs and charts tell you exactly what you have been up to. Downloads: 1,000,000 – 5,000,000 Android Version: 2.1 and up. Size: 4.2 MB Price: Free
Conclusion
We have listed almost every aspect of education and learning which can be obtained with the aid of apps. Although these apps may never be able to replace a good teacher, they do come close. If you are homeschooling your kids, then almost every app will be beneficial for you. These apps not only have different genres, but are for various ages too. For very young kids, the first seven apps will be perfect. They will be able to learn a lot from these handy applications. The last three are for kids who are a little older. The last app, however, will continue to aid you in college as well. Learning is a lifelong process. Who knows, while teaching your kids, you may also learn a thing or two. If you think that the top 10 android apps for kids learning is missing an ingredient, feel free to tell us in the comments below. If you require further assistance in selecting the best app, you can contact us directly. We tested around 50 apps for the purpose of this article and will be able to help you find a dedicated one.
