Best iPhone apps for kids

July 28, 2011 By Berna Erol

From virtual pets and coloring books to puzzles and memory games, we round up the best iPhone apps for kids.

Besides serving as a personal organizer, calendar, bank, camera, store and just about everything under the sun for adults, the iPhone can also function as classroom, motivational tool and a toy for kids – with the right apps. Whether they’re getting antsy in the back seat and just need a distraction, or bored at home and ready to learn, give the little ones something to do with our favorite iPhone apps for kids.

Touch Pets Dogs (Free)

Real dogs are a lot of work and you can’t train them to be doctors. Virtual dogs, however, are a different story. For the animal lover in your house, Touch Pets Dogs allows users to adopt a dog and train him to perform awesome tricks, or prepare for wacky dog careers. The app can be played without spending additional money, however be aware that in order for your kids to really grow their puppy empire, in-app purchases may be requested from time to time, ranging from 99 cents to $2.99.

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proka at 4:28am 21st December 2011 you might also try GooGoo. My son loves it! http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/googoo/id485282209?ls=1&mt=8
andreyfidrya at 3:22am 5th August 2011 I also have a suggestion for parents, who have kids of 5-10 years old. It is an educational iPhone app Kinder Hangman - http://sharkfuel.com/kinderhangman.html that is an interesting iPhone game and very useful for development of kids. It allows children to learn new words easily, effectively and quickly. Learning process is organized as an interesting game with graphical themes and animations. It is a good game that kids usually like very much. So, parents can use it to keep kids busy.
Marijan Vukcevich at 10:27am 4th April 2011 Try simple memory game, it tests your concentration. It's simple but very effective. It also helps to calm down. iTunes for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/memory-speed-i/id3...
Technolio at 6:13pm 26th March 2011 Technolio Inc have several educational apps for our little kids, check it out at the App Store: http://ax.search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZSe...
rhovs at 5:42am 14th February 2011 My favorite is this nice app for teaching good habits to kids - Little Steps to Good Habits. For iPhone : http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/little-steps-to-go... For iPad : http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/little-steps-to-go...
Milanie at 10:37am 29th October 2010 Hi Berna - This is a great list! Thanks for sharing! When you're looking for more of the best kids apps out there, make sure to visit LunchboxReviews.com. Lunchbox collects, categorizes and rates kids apps specifically for toddlers, preschoolers and young kids. We also collect reviews from trusts sources and bring them into one site so parents can quickly get a well-rounded view of potential app purchases! LunchboxReviews.com. :)