Best Apps for Preschoolers

Harnessing the technology of smartphones and tablets as a tool for teaching & learning is a great way to help your preschoolers gain invaluable knowledge AND have fun at the same time. Educational apps for preschoolers can open up a world of learning fun, not to mention it can also keep them occupied while you are stuck in waiting rooms, long lines, or awaiting dinner at your favorite restaurants.

We have combed through hundreds of popular apps to find the ones that offer the best educational experience. Here’s our take at the 5 Best Apps for Preschoolers:

1) Monkey Preschool Lunchbox

Arguable the most popular preschool app available, Monkey Preschool Lunchbox offers a ton of “bang” for its “buck”. Packed with a number of different mini games such as sorting, shape recognition, color recognition, counting, puzzles, and a memory game, preschoolers can learn a great deal about visual and spatial awareness, numbers, and colors. At 99 cents, it makes a great addition to your educational app collection.

Available on iOS & Android systems.

2) Alpha Tots

Alpha Tots is an award-winning app that has been a favorite among preschoolers (and their parents) for years. The friendly robot helps teach young children letter recognition & phonics and offers fun mini games such as puzzles and sing-alongs all built around the ABCs. Navigation is easy and since it is a paid app ($2.99), there is no third-party ads or in-app purchases to worry about.

Available on iOS & Android systems.

3) Beck and Bo

If your preschooler loves an adventure, tag along with Beck and Bo. This dynamic duo travels to interesting and fun places where learning abounds. From animals to food to trains, beaches, parks, and taxis, this game has it all. Children get to manipulate & create scenery while checking out all of the interactive objects. At $2.99, it’s a great educational app for overall fun & learning.

Available on iOS & Android systems.

4) Leo’s Pad: Preschool Kids Learning Series

Preschoolers will love this animated story app that utilizes a series of “app-isodes” to teach a number of different concepts. Children can play interactive games that have been interwoven into the main story line which help them with colors, letters, and other basic learning skills. The main characters talk directly to the user which creates engagement & an exciting, interactive atmosphere. There are even co-play games which are designedr for kids and adults to play together. The parent’s dashboard tracks what your child has learned and how they are progressing. – Free

Available on iOS system only.

5) Reading Rainbow

The Reading Rainbow app gives your preschooler access to hundreds of quality books which they will love. Set out on video field trips with host Lavar Burton and explore awesome locations such as the Animal Kingdom. Just like other ebooks, preschoolers can read the books for themselves or have the books read by a narrator. Preschoolers can earn sticker rewards & parents can track what their kids are reading and the time spent on each book. First 5 books are free, if you want more books you will need to subscribe to the app: $10 for one month, $30 for six months, or $50 for one year

Available on iOS & Kindle Fire.