Apps

Sure, we live in a digital world... so we've compiled a list of some apps we think your child will love

(and you'll approve of)

Here are some fun new apps that will bring families with children under 5, especially those who are separated from one another in this pandemic, together with the ability to read stories and do art projects with one another. And, they are really fun!

Skybrary: Kids Books & Videos

Building on the mission of the long-running TV show, this marvelous app encourages kids to read with a huge assortment of books and video clips. Fun categories like Awesome People and Animal Kingdom—and recommendations based on children’s interests—ensure they’ll find something they love. Parents can use the app to promote reading at home, and it offers teachers a vast library curated by a trusted source, making it easy to align with Common Core State Standards.

Click here to download this app on the Apple Store.

Caribu: Video Calls Kids Love

Caribu makes family video-calling unforgettable by making it interactive, educational, and entertaining! A library with thousands of books, activities, games, and coloring sheets will keep children engaged for hours. You can draw, read bedtime stories, solve puzzles, play games, cook, and even view famous artwork together in a real-time video-call with the kids, no matter how far apart you are.

Click here to download this app on the Apple Store.

Click here to download this app on Google Play.

Zigazoo - Social Streaming App for Kids

Zigazoo is a wonderful new app for kids to upload creative videos safely to other kids, combining entertainment and education! This app is appropriate for 3-12 year olds.
Zigazoo is a free app where kids can answer short video-based exercises that they can answer through video and share responses with friends. Exercises range from how to create a baking soda volcano to making fractions out of food, and targets kids from preschool to middle school.

Click here to download this app on the Apple Store.

Click here to download this app on Google Play.

Rebel Girls: Inspiring Audio Stories for Girls

Download to discover Rebel classics and brand-new stories! Rebel Girls App is designed to: Empower and Excite: Inspirational women prove that anything is possible. Spark Imagination: Activities and prompts inspire creativity. Feed her Curiosity: Take her on a journey through history and around the world. Make Family Time Special: Dream together while discovering the incredible accomplishments of women.

Click here to download this app on the Apple Store.