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<span class="posted-on"><time class="updated" datetime="2025-08-05T03:50:20+00:00" itemprop="dateModified">August 5, 2025</time><time class="entry-date published" datetime="2025-08-05T03:50:20+00:00" itemprop="dateModified">August 3, 2025</time></span> <span class="byline">by <span class="author vcard" itemprop="author" itemtype="https://schema.org/Person" itemscope><a class="url fn n" href="https://www.bestfive.com.au/author/admin/" title="View all posts by Rhys" rel="author" itemprop="url"><span class="author-name" itemprop="name">Rhys</span></a></span></span> </div>
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<h3 data-start="159" data-end="200">1. <strong data-start="166" data-end="187">Khan Academy Kids</strong> (Ages 2–8)</h3>
<p data-start="201" data-end="519"><em data-start="201" data-end="236">Tested on iPad and Android tablet</em><br data-start="236" data-end="239" />I was impressed with how this free app makes learning feel like play. The animated characters guide kids through math, reading, and logic with warm, encouraging voices. The adaptive content grows with the child, and there are no ads or sneaky upsells — just pure educational gold.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;" data-start="201" data-end="519"><a href="https://www.bestfive.com.au/khan-academy-kids-review-2025-how-my-5-10-year-olds-use-it-daily/">Read review</a></p>
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<h3 data-start="526" data-end="566">2. <strong data-start="533" data-end="552">Toca Life World</strong> (Ages 4–10)</h3>
<p data-start="567" data-end="861"><em data-start="567" data-end="585">Tested on iPhone</em><br data-start="585" data-end="588" />This is imaginative play at its finest. I saw kids lose track of time while creating stories across wildly creative worlds — hospitals, salons, schools. No instructions needed; it’s a digital dollhouse, and everything is tappable. Best of all, it’s non-violent and ad-free.</p>
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<h3 data-start="868" data-end="906">3. <strong data-start="875" data-end="893">PBS Kids Games</strong> (Ages 3–7)</h3>
<p data-start="907" data-end="1206"><em data-start="907" data-end="930">Tested on Kindle Fire</em><br data-start="930" data-end="933" />Loaded with familiar faces like Daniel Tiger and Wild Kratts, this app blends fun with curriculum-based content. It’s perfect for shorter sessions, with mini-games that reinforce science, reading, and social skills. No weird pop-ups or confusing menus — just safe learning.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1213" data-end="1253">4. <strong data-start="1220" data-end="1240">LEGO DUPLO World</strong> (Ages 2–5)</h3>
<p data-start="1254" data-end="1521"><em data-start="1254" data-end="1279">Tested on Android phone</em><br data-start="1279" data-end="1282" />My toddler testers couldn’t get enough of the tap-and-build puzzles. It’s bright, responsive, and great for fine motor skills. Parents will appreciate the calm music and cooperative-style play. A few in-app purchases, but nothing invasive.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1528" data-end="1587">5. <strong data-start="1535" data-end="1573">Epic! – Kids’ Books and Audiobooks</strong> (Ages 5–12)</h3>
<p data-start="1588" data-end="1854"><em data-start="1588" data-end="1610">Tested on Chromebook</em><br data-start="1610" data-end="1613" />This is Netflix for books. After using it for a week, I saw reluctant readers get genuinely excited about reading. The audiobook selection is top-tier, and the “Read to Me” feature is fantastic for early readers. Well worth the subscription.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1861" data-end="1902">6. <strong data-start="1868" data-end="1889">Sago Mini Friends</strong> (Ages 2–5)</h3>
<p data-start="1903" data-end="2157"><em data-start="1903" data-end="1921">Tested on iPhone</em><br data-start="1921" data-end="1924" />Gentle, friendly, and totally open-ended. Kids can play dress-up, fix things, eat snacks, and just explore at their own pace. There’s no score, no rush — just smiles. I liked how it encouraged empathy and sharing without even trying.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2164" data-end="2200">7. <strong data-start="2171" data-end="2187">Duolingo ABC</strong> (Ages 3–6)</h3>
<p data-start="2201" data-end="2479"><em data-start="2201" data-end="2227">Tested on Android tablet</em><br data-start="2227" data-end="2230" />From the makers of Duolingo, this early literacy app teaches phonics and letter sounds with short, effective lessons. I saw consistent improvement in letter recognition after just a few days. It’s 100% free and wonderfully designed for little hands.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2486" data-end="2526">8. <strong data-start="2493" data-end="2513">Pok Pok Playroom</strong> (Ages 2–7)</h3>
<p data-start="2527" data-end="2794"><em data-start="2527" data-end="2547">Tested on iPad Pro</em><br data-start="2547" data-end="2550" />Think Montessori meets digital sandbox. There’s no score, no talking — just ambient sounds, tactile play, and open-ended interaction. I found it deeply calming and endlessly engaging. Ideal for winding down before bed or independent quiet play.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2801" data-end="2855">9. <strong data-start="2808" data-end="2842">BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week</strong> (Ages 5–9)</h3>
<p data-start="2856" data-end="3101"><em data-start="2856" data-end="2874">Tested on iPhone</em><br data-start="2874" data-end="2877" />A new animated short each week with a fun quiz after — what’s not to like? Tim and Moby explain everything from voting to volcanoes in a kid-friendly way. The topics sparked real questions and conversations in our household.</p>
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<h3 data-start="3108" data-end="3149">10. <strong data-start="3116" data-end="3136">Endless Alphabet</strong> (Ages 3–6)</h3>
<p data-start="3150" data-end="3410"><em data-start="3150" data-end="3175">Tested on Android phone</em><br data-start="3175" data-end="3178" />Every word is a tiny adventure. The animations are hilarious, and the phonics are spot-on. It’s hands-on vocabulary building with zero pressure. I appreciated the smart pacing and quirky style that kept kids laughing — and learning.</p>
<h3 data-start="198" data-end="235">11. <strong data-start="206" data-end="222">ABCmouse.com</strong> (Ages 2–8)</h3>
<p data-start="236" data-end="513"><em data-start="236" data-end="252">Tested on iPad</em><br data-start="252" data-end="255" />This one’s a classic. It’s a full curriculum wrapped into an interactive playground — math, reading, science, art. I liked the reward system (tickets!) and how progress was easy to track. Works great if you want a structured, school-like environment at home.</p>
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<h3 data-start="520" data-end="578">12. <strong data-start="528" data-end="564">Osmo – Tangram / Words / Numbers</strong> (Ages 5–10)</h3>
<p data-start="579" data-end="860"><em data-start="579" data-end="608">Tested with iPad + Osmo kit</em><br data-start="608" data-end="611" />Osmo combines physical pieces with digital interaction. The Tangram puzzles are magic — kids move real tiles, and the screen reacts. We tested multiple modules and saw critical thinking go up fast. It feels like future learning — tangible and techy.</p>
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<h3 data-start="867" data-end="916">13. <strong data-start="875" data-end="903">Bimi Boo Preschool Games</strong> (Ages 2–5)</h3>
<p data-start="917" data-end="1184"><em data-start="917" data-end="942">Tested on Android phone</em><br data-start="942" data-end="945" />Perfect for little hands and short attention spans. Each mini-game is colorful, friendly, and lasts just long enough. From matching shapes to early counting, it’s very age-appropriate. No ads, no confusion — ideal for first-time app users.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1191" data-end="1247">14. <strong data-start="1199" data-end="1233">Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game</strong> (Ages 6–10)</h3>
<p data-start="1248" data-end="1526"><em data-start="1248" data-end="1282">Tested on iPhone under the stars</em><br data-start="1282" data-end="1285" />I tried this one on a clear night, and kids were wowed. Point your phone at the sky and it shows planets, stars, and constellations. It’s like a portable planetarium, with simple explanations and interactive visuals. Educational and magical.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1533" data-end="1572">15. <strong data-start="1541" data-end="1559">Dr. Panda Town</strong> (Ages 4–9)</h3>
<p data-start="1573" data-end="1825"><em data-start="1573" data-end="1594">Tested on iPad Mini</em><br data-start="1594" data-end="1597" />Kids become storytellers here. They move characters around town, visit ice cream shops, ride fire trucks — all unscripted. It’s creative roleplay, not game-y. I loved the diversity of characters and how much replay value it has.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1832" data-end="1875">16. <strong data-start="1840" data-end="1861">Prodigy Math Game</strong> (Ages 6–12)</h3>
<p data-start="1876" data-end="2137"><em data-start="1876" data-end="1909">Tested on Chromebook and iPhone</em><br data-start="1909" data-end="1912" />Think Pokémon meets math homework. I watched kids beg to answer math questions just to cast spells in battle. The RPG style is slick and motivational. It’s aligned with school curriculum and perfect for making math fun again.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2144" data-end="2189">17. <strong data-start="2152" data-end="2176">Artie’s Magic Pencil</strong> (Ages 3–6)</h3>
<p data-start="2190" data-end="2457"><em data-start="2190" data-end="2216">Tested on Android tablet</em><br data-start="2216" data-end="2219" />This is early geometry disguised as an art game. Kids help Artie by drawing shapes to defeat monsters — triangles, squares, zig-zags. It builds confidence in drawing and problem-solving. The animation is adorable, and no reading required.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2464" data-end="2515">18. <strong data-start="2472" data-end="2502">My Very Hungry Caterpillar</strong> (Ages 2–5)</h3>
<p data-start="2516" data-end="2789"><em data-start="2516" data-end="2534">Tested on iPhone</em><br data-start="2534" data-end="2537" />It’s like having a virtual pet caterpillar from the beloved book. You feed it, play with it, watch it grow. The colors are gorgeous and the pace is slow — intentionally calming. I’d recommend this for quiet time or preschoolers learning responsibility.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2796" data-end="2828">19. <strong data-start="2804" data-end="2815">Hopster</strong> (Ages 3–7)</h3>
<p data-start="2829" data-end="3125"><em data-start="2829" data-end="2860">Tested on Apple TV and tablet</em><br data-start="2860" data-end="2863" />This app combines gentle educational videos with games and music. I appreciated the ad-free, curated content — shows like Pingu and StoryBots, with a learning focus. Kids can switch between art, math, letters, and stories. A good choice for balanced screen time.</p>
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<h3 data-start="3132" data-end="3181">20. <strong data-start="3140" data-end="3167">Coding for Kids: Tynker</strong> (Ages 6–12)</h3>
<p data-start="3182" data-end="3463"><em data-start="3182" data-end="3206">Tested on web and iPad</em><br data-start="3206" data-end="3209" />Tynker teaches real coding through drag-and-drop puzzles and build-your-own games. My testers were building simple apps and animations after a few lessons. It’s like Minecraft with brain training built in — highly recommended for curious problem-solvers.</p>
<h3 data-start="330" data-end="372">21. <strong data-start="338" data-end="359">Pepi Super Stores</strong> (Ages 4–9)</h3>
<p data-start="373" data-end="663"><em data-start="373" data-end="397">Tested offline on iPad</em><br data-start="397" data-end="400" />Think of it as a pretend shopping mall. Kids can shop, cut hair, mix smoothies, and roleplay dozens of scenarios. It works beautifully without internet and supports open-ended storytelling. Siblings can each “control” a character, making it great for shared play.</p>
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<h3 data-start="670" data-end="707">22. <strong data-start="678" data-end="694">Thinkrolls 2</strong> (Ages 4–9)</h3>
<p data-start="708" data-end="993"><em data-start="708" data-end="742">Tested offline on Android tablet</em><br data-start="742" data-end="745" />This puzzle game builds physics logic without any text. Kids roll characters through mazes using ramps, ice, and elevators. It’s brainy but never frustrating. I was surprised how quickly it became a favorite for road trips. Zero ads. Fully offline.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1000" data-end="1057">23. <strong data-start="1008" data-end="1044">Petting Zoo by Christoph Niemann</strong> (Ages 2–6)</h3>
<p data-start="1058" data-end="1323"><em data-start="1058" data-end="1076">Tested on iPhone</em><br data-start="1076" data-end="1079" />A quirky, interactive book where each animal does something unexpected. Stretch a dog, twist an elephant — it’s delightfully odd and beautifully animated. Perfect for offline play, especially while waiting at restaurants or in doctor’s offices.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1330" data-end="1366">24. <strong data-start="1338" data-end="1353">Busy Shapes</strong> (Ages 2–5)</h3>
<p data-start="1367" data-end="1614"><em data-start="1367" data-end="1383">Tested on iPad</em><br data-start="1383" data-end="1386" />This app teaches problem-solving without any spoken or written words. Kids drag shapes into holes that get progressively harder. It’s based on Piaget’s cognitive theories and works 100% offline. Very clean, focused, and calming.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1621" data-end="1691">🤝 <strong data-start="1628" data-end="1664">Sibling-Friendly or Co-Play Apps</strong> (Great for 2 kids at once)</h3>
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<h3 data-start="1698" data-end="1737">25. <strong data-start="1706" data-end="1724">Toca Kitchen 2</strong> (Ages 3–9)</h3>
<p data-start="1738" data-end="1982"><em data-start="1738" data-end="1768">Tested on iPad with siblings</em><br data-start="1768" data-end="1771" />One child can cook while the other feeds the customer — they laughed so much mixing fish and lemon with chocolate. No rules, no scoring, just silly food experiments. Perfect for side-by-side or turn-taking play.</p>
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<h3 data-start="1989" data-end="2026">26. <strong data-start="1997" data-end="2013">Fiete Sports</strong> (Ages 4–8)</h3>
<p data-start="2027" data-end="2251"><em data-start="2027" data-end="2052">Tested on Android phone</em><br data-start="2052" data-end="2055" />It’s a mini-Olympics! One player can control Fiete and another can tap for speed. The games are short (javelin, swimming, biking), making it ideal for back-and-forth play with siblings or parents.</p>
<hr data-start="2253" data-end="2256" />
<h3 data-start="2258" data-end="2299">27. <strong data-start="2266" data-end="2285">Monster Physics</strong> (Ages 6–12)</h3>
<p data-start="2300" data-end="2563"><em data-start="2300" data-end="2354">Tested on Chromebook with two kids building together</em><br data-start="2354" data-end="2357" />Kids design machines with pulleys, wheels, and beams to solve physics challenges. Watching two kids collaborate on silly contraptions was half the fun. The “build mode” fosters teamwork and problem-solving.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2570" data-end="2610">📊 <strong data-start="2577" data-end="2610">Apps with Parental Dashboards</strong></h3>
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<h3 data-start="2617" data-end="2660">28. <strong data-start="2625" data-end="2647">HOMER Learn & Grow</strong> (Ages 2–8)</h3>
<p data-start="2661" data-end="2927"><em data-start="2661" data-end="2677">Tested on iPad</em><br data-start="2677" data-end="2680" />I liked how HOMER adapts to a child’s skill level and lets parents track progress in reading, math, and creativity. The dashboard shows exactly what your child’s learning — and it’s fun for kids, with stories, songs, and games they actually enjoy.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2934" data-end="2971">29. <strong data-start="2942" data-end="2958">Duolingo ABC</strong> (Ages 3–6)</h3>
<p data-start="2972" data-end="3226"><em data-start="2972" data-end="3023">Tested again on Android — still excellent offline</em><br data-start="3023" data-end="3026" />While it works offline, it also offers a parent report card showing what sounds, words, and letters your child mastered. No account required, but if you link one, you’ll get learning summaries weekly.</p>
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<h3 data-start="3233" data-end="3279">30. <strong data-start="3241" data-end="3265">Epic! Books for Kids</strong> (Ages 5–12)</h3>
<p data-start="3280" data-end="3552"><em data-start="3280" data-end="3309">Tested with Premium account</em><br data-start="3309" data-end="3312" />Parents can set reading goals and view detailed stats like time spent, books read, and reading levels. It even recommends books based on interests. Great for building daily reading habits. Download books in advance to read offline anywhere.</p>
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