Best Free Apps for Kids
Wow! 48 (and counting) free apps for kids from toddler to teen. No ads. No in-app purchases. Many apps come from well-known educational brands like Khan Academy, PBS Kids, National Science Foundation, NASA, and Duck Duck Moose. Although the following apps are *usually* free, developers can make apps paid at any time without notice, so always check the app store before downloading.
We have organized free apps by category so apps are easy to find. If you want to recommend a free app, please contact us. Enjoy!
FIND FREE APPS BY CATEGORY
General Education: Best Free Apps for Kids
Khan Academy Kids
Tinycards – Fun Flashcards
PBS KIDS Games
Math – Best Free Apps for Kids
Khan Academy
‎Moose Math – Duck Duck Moose
Pet Bingo – by Duck Duck Moose
Park Math HD – Duck Duck Moose
Prodigy: Kids Math Game
Science – Best Free Apps for Kids
The Universe (Lite
Solar System (Lite)
NASA
NSF Science Zone
Play and Learn Science
Little Alchemy
Play and Learn Science
The Kelp Forest: My Aquarium
DIY Lake Science
Art & Creativity – Best Free Apps for Kids
Princess Fairy Tale Maker
Superhero Comic Book Maker
Finger Paint With Sounds
Draw and Tell HD
Kids Paint
Coloring Games: Painting, Glow
Fireworks Lab
ChatterPix Kids
Build A Truck
English Language Arts & Reading – Best Free Apps for Kids
Duolingo ABC – Learn to Read
Duck Duck Moose Reading
Word Wagon by Duck Duck Moose
‎Libby, by OverDrive
Toddler & Preschool – Best Free Apps for Kids
PEEP and the Big Wide World Quack’s Apples
Fish School – 123 ABC for Kids
Itsy Bitsy Spider – Easter Egg
‎Trucks – by Duck Duck Moose
‎Musical Me! – Kids Songs Music
Wheels on the Bus
Peek-a-Zoo by Duck Duck Moose
‎Old MacDonald Had a Farm Book
Baa Baa Black Sheep – Song
More Trucks by Duck Duck Moose
Toddler & Preschool – Best Free Apps for Kids
History & Social Sciences – Best Free Apps for Kids
The Revolution: Interactive Guide
Statue of Liberty
NPS Independence Junior Ranger
Health & Wellbeing – Best Free Apps for Kids
Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame: This cute app teaches young children important emotional skills that they can practice while helping the Seasame Street monster calm down (e.g. deep breathing, planning). The app also includes a parent resource section that helps familes learn how to deal with everyday challenges. Bonus: this app is available in Spanish & English. Perfect for kids 4 and older.
GoNoodle – Kids Videos
Super Stretch Yoga
Fun & Games – Best Free Apps for Kids
Puzzle Pop – Duck Duck Moose
Plum’s Creaturizer
Learning Language & Bilingual – Best Free Apps for Kids
Duolingo – Language Lessons
Coding – Best Free Apps for Kids
Videos – Best Free Apps for Kids
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About Free Kids Apps
At the time we publish, these apps:
- Are usually free, but developers may change apps to paid without notice. Please check price before downloading
- *Usually* have a minimum 4 star rating on Apple’s App Store
- Do not contain ads
- We base our decision to include free apps on a variety of factors, including app store ratings, app store reviews, and team member recommendations
- Developers: want to have your app featured? Submit your app here!
