5 Apps kids and parents loved in 2021

The end of a year and the beginning of another brings reviews and toppers lists. We have rounded up 5 apps today that are not typical toppers like PUBG or Uber, but simply smooth performers with consistent good reviews on all forums and stores all year round from users, in this case, parents and kids. All apps listed below are available on both Android and iOS.   

Lightbot: Code Hour 
Lightbot: Code Hour is a free app that introduces kids aged 8 and above to the basic concepts of coding and programming logic. Kids are not actually required to write code. Instead, the app introduces them to functions commonly found while coding. It’s very concept-based, and very good to get kids under 10 started on coding.   

Khan Academy 
Teachers, parents, and kids continue to be fans of the evergreen Khan Academy app. From preschool to high school, from coordinate geometry to art history, thousands of free courses can be enjoyed by children of all ages on this app. Self-paced courses make it convenient for students and parents alike.  

EPIC! 
Epic! is one of the best e-book libraries on apps with over 35,000 children's books, with read-aloud features for younger children. The app is safe, interactive, and engaging for children aged 3 above, though there is not much for teens. One problem is that the unlimited library access does not remain free after the trial period.  

Duolingo 
Duolingo has become so popular, that its mascot, the Owl, has become a popular meme subject in winter 2021. Language learning is easy, interactive and fun on this app, which is very popular with youngsters. Parents are also using the app to not just guide kids, but pick up a few languages themselves.  

Brainpop Jr Movie of the Week  
For 20 years, Brainpop has been providing kids with educational videos on everything frm western classical music to common ailments. Brainpop Jr. Movie of the Week is an app that access to these videos on the mobile, plus short quizzes on them. The free version has access to the famous weekly new release, but for full and unlimited library access, a subscription fee is needed.