If your kids are like mine, they are always begging to play games on your smartphone. I enjoy having my kids learn something while they’re playing, so I wanted to share this list with you. There are lots of FREE, fun, educational iPhone apps available for your children to enjoy. (PLEASE NOTE: Prices are subject to change. If you find that prices have changed, please leave a comment!)
Here’s a listing of some that I think you’ll want to load:
- Move it! – Optime Software LLC
- Rocket Math Free – Dan Russell-Pinson
- iJewels – Mika Halttunen / MHGames
- Jewel Bling! Free – GameOn
- Sudoku ✯ – Optime Software LLC
- Hangman Classic Free – VirtueSoft.com
- Tic Tac Toe Free – Optime Software LLC
- Bob Books Reading Magic Lite – Learning Touch
- Sky Burger – NimbleBit
Thanks, Confessions of a Homeschooler!
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Please permit me to introduce you to a new children’s educational game for the iPad and iPhone:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/counting-beads/id441820190?mt=8&ls=1#
Counting Beads is a totally fun way for children to learn numbers and letters of the alphabet. The numbers (or letters) appear as colored beads that you connect by dragging each bead into its next higher numbered bead. As you connect the beads in numbered order, you create a chain that follows the lead bead as you drag. This teaches the numbers visually. You can also move the bead chain by holding the device face-up parallel to the floor and tilting it slightly to let gravity roll the leading bead downhill. Even older folks can have fun with this amusing simple game.
A brief demo video of this app is available on UTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GwIbIZOQu0
I really enjoyed this post because educational apps can make learning much more interesting for children when they are presented in a simple and engaging way. Free iPhone apps can be especially useful for parents who want to introduce their kids to educational activities without spending a lot of money. I also think combining technology with basic learning skills can help children develop confidence and curiosity. Simple math activities are another useful area where apps can provide practical learning opportunities. Parents can also use tools such as a proportion calculator to help children understand relationships between numbers in a more visual and practical way. Overall, this is a helpful reminder that smartphones and tablets can be valuable educational tools when children use them appropriately.