The addictive, adorable series of Cut the Rope physics-based puzzle games are currently available for $2 each, 99 cents in the case of Cut the Rope: Time Travel, HD. Cut the Rope HD (4.5/5 stars) Eager to learn more about Om Nom’s adventures? Watch “Om Nom Stories” cartoons and other amazing videos on … Read more
Originator Inc. is the developer of two award winning preschooler literacy apps that are also perfect for kindergartners just beginning to read. Endless Alphabet (4.5/5 stars, currently priced at $8.99) Set the stage for reading success with this delightfully interactive educational app. Kids will have a blast learning their ABC’s and building vocabulary with the … Read more
Back to school means back to Math Facts for gradeschoolers. Whether they need to learn their addition, subtraction or times tables for the first time, or brush up on what they’ve forgotten over the summer, these free apps will make studying as painless as possible. Madagascar Math Ops Free (4/5 stars) *** The FIRST mobile … Read more
Joining Hands (4/5 stars, all ages, currently priced at $2.99) follows the basics of match-3 play, but with some special rules that add to the challenge. From Amazon: Enter the Whispering Woods and meet the Peablins! They are curious little creatures who share a common belief: hold hands with your friends and the Bogeyman won’t … Read more
These great virtual pop-up book apps from Story Toys are fun and educational, and they feature charming two-page pop-up spreads with interactive games. Here’s what reviewers are saying about Story Toys virtual pop-up book apps: “Stunning. If I had to sum up this app in one word it would absolutely be stunning.” ~ Danielle Smith, … Read more
Nickelodeon’s Scribble Hero has become a favorite of tweens and up—adults too, because it’s just that fun! From Amazon: Scribble Hero (4/5 stars, guidance suggested, currently priced at $2.99) Get drawn into an action-packed world when you join the heroic doodle, Sketch, in a battle to save your notebook from an army of sinister scribbles … Read more
Labor Day approaches, and that means summer’s drawing to a close. Still, you can revisit those warm, summery days anytime you like with 24/7 Games’ summer-themed apps. First up, it’s Summer Mahjong (4/5 stars, guidance suggested due to in-app purchase capability, currently priced at 99 cents). From Amazon: Kick back and relax with Summer Mahjong! … Read more
Wubbzy apps from Cupcake Digital teach preschoolers counting skills, pre-reader skills and social skills. Good Night Wubbzy Bedtime Counting (4/5 stars, preschoolers, currently priced at $2.99) Help Wubbzy, Walden, Widget, Daizy, and some of Wuzzleburg’s kookiest residents get ready for beddy-bye in this special sleepy time story. Kids will enjoy turning off the lights, counting … Read more