Apps for Kids: Build back-to-school confidence with these apps

Posted August 14, 2015 6:00 am

By Chelsey Boutan

Touch and WriteCost: $2.99Ages: 4 and upTouch and Write makes learning to write actually fun. With this app, your child can write with ketchup, syrup, chocolate pudding, and even whipped cream.

During the summer it's easy for your kids to have fun, but it's also easy for them to forget concepts they learned in school. Review and help your kids feel confident about going back to school with these three iPad apps.

Touch and Write

Touch and Write makes learning to write actually fun. With this app, your child can write with ketchup, syrup, chocolate pudding and even whipped cream.

Cost: $2.99

Ages: 4 and up

Learn with Homer

Learn with Homer helps your child learn to read by building on over 50 skills including spelling, phonics and pronunciation. The app promises that 15 minutes a day will improve your child's reading skills and confidence.

Cost: Free

Ages: 5 and under

First Day of School - Little Critter

Your child can feel better about school starting by helping Little Critter get ready for his first day. This interactive app encourages your child to learn new vocabulary and personalize the story by narrating it.

Cost: $1.99

Ages: 5 and under

First Day of School - Little CritterCost: $1.99Ages: 5 and underYour child can feel better about school starting by helping Little Critter get ready for his first day. This interactive app encourages your child to learn new vocabulary and personalize the story by narrating it.

Learn with HomerCost: FreeAges: 5 and underLearn with Homer helps your child learn to read by building on over 50 skills including spelling, phonics, and pronunciation. The app promises that just 15 minutes a day will improve your child's reading skills and confidence.

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