New kids' app review site: A Matter of App
via childrensappreview.blogspot.com (hat tip to GeekDad for the pointer)
Smartphones are the new handheld gaming device for many kids, especially preschoolers. Assuming you're okay with young kids playing video games, it's a good option for several reasons:
- You maintain access control as it's your phone.
- The games are simple, easy and quick to play, and inexpensive (often they're free)
- Lots of educational options
The trick is to wade through all of the app offerings. Kids' apps for the iPhone, iPad and Android are proliferating like bunnies, which is why the well-organized, well-written kids' app review site, A Matter of App, is such a welcome addition to the blogosphere.
The creator, Dr. Cynthia Chiong, is also the founder of the educational media research company Digital Kids. She knows her stuff, and I can't wait to read more.
Visit: A Matter of App
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This is such a great idea, Thanks!
Posted by: Christy | 17 January 2012 at 08:36 AM
Neat idea, but I wish they would include Android apps.
Posted by: Tracy | 17 January 2012 at 12:57 PM
An even better review blog for iOS apps is: http://appsforhomeschooling.com/ It is definitely relevant for those not homeschooling.
Posted by: Marisa | 17 January 2012 at 01:16 PM
Love, love, love this! My daughter definitely learns from her iPod play time and this site will help me make smart purchases for her. THANK YOU!
Posted by: Shannon | 18 January 2012 at 05:43 AM
Thanks for the pointer, Marisa. Will check it out.
Posted by: Asha Dornfest | 18 January 2012 at 07:18 AM