Turn screen time into learning time.
Learning doesn't have to stop when school does. Whether you're filling a rainy afternoon or preventing the summer slide, these free educational apps offer fun ways for kids ages 4–12 to practice reading, math, science, and more.
Early Learning Educational Apps from Your Library
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ABCmouse Early Learning Academy (Age of Learning, Inc)ABCmouse is a comprehensive early learning program for children ages 2–8 that offers more than 10,000 interactive learning activities in reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music. Developed by teachers and education experts, the program uses a personalized learning path to help children build foundational skills, reinforce classroom learning, and prepare for kindergarten and beyond. Best of all, ABCmouse is available free through the library, giving families access to a trusted educational resource at no cost. Available on:
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TumbleBookLibrary (Tumbleweed Press, Inc)TumbleBooks is a digital library for children from preschool through elementary school featuring animated picture books, read-along stories, chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and games. Designed to support early literacy and independent reading, many books include narration, highlighted text, and interactive features that help build vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Available free with your library card, TumbleBooks makes it easy for young readers to enjoy engaging stories at home or on the go. Available on: |
More Fun and Safe Apps
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PBS Kids Games (PBS KIDS)Offering more than 280 free educational games featuring familiar characters like Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Arthur, and Sesame Street. Designed for children ages 2–8 (preschool through early elementary), the app reinforces early literacy, math, science, creativity, and social-emotional learning through engaging, curriculum-based activities. With bilingual English and Spanish content and a safe, ad-free environment, it's an excellent choice for young learners who learn best through play. Available on:
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Khan Academy Kids (Khan Academy)A free learning app for children ages 2–8 (preschool through 2nd grade) that combines interactive lessons, educational games, storybooks, and videos into one engaging experience. Developed with education experts, the app builds foundational skills in reading, phonics, writing, math, and problem-solving while encouraging creativity and curiosity through play. With no ads or subscriptions, it's a trusted resource for families looking to support learning at home, in the classroom, or on the go. Available on:
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Duolingo ABC (Duolingo)Duolingo ABC is a free reading app for children ages 3–8 (preschool through 2nd grade) that makes learning to read feel like a game. Through more than 700 interactive lessons, stories, and mini-games, children build foundational literacy skills including phonics, letter recognition, sight words, vocabulary, handwriting, and reading fluency. Developed by early literacy experts, the app uses bite-sized, multi-sensory activities to help young readers gain confidence while progressing at their own pace. Available on:
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Trucks (Duck Duck Moose)A playful educational app for children ages 2–6 that combines imaginative vehicle play with early learning concepts. Through activities like a car wash, tow truck, recycling center, and construction site, children practice sequencing, sorting, problem-solving, and cause-and-effect while exploring how different trucks work. Developed by Duck Duck Moose (a subsidiary of Khan Academy), the app has earned multiple education awards. Children who enjoy Trucks can continue the fun with the companion apps, More Trucks and Build a Truck. Available on:
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Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game (Vito Technology Inc)Star Walk Kids introduces children ages 6–12 to the wonders of astronomy through interactive games, animations, and space exploration activities. Young learners can discover the solar system, planets, stars, constellations, and other celestial objects while watching educational videos, listening to fun facts, and testing their knowledge with quizzes. It's a great choice for children with an interest in science, helping build curiosity about space and engagingly reinforcing STEM learning. Available on:
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LEGO DUPLO World (StoryToys Limited)LEGO DUPLO World is an award-winning educational app for children ages 3–6 that encourages learning through creative, open-ended play. Featuring hundreds of activities centered on themes like animals, vehicles, space, music, and everyday life, children develop early math, problem-solving, creativity, and social-emotional skills while building with virtual LEGO® DUPLO® bricks. Designed with input from early childhood education experts, the app provides a safe, ad-free environment that supports both independent play and parent-child learning. Available on:
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Night Zookeeper (Wonky Star)Night Zookeeper is an interactive literacy app for children ages 6–12 that transforms reading and writing practice into a creative adventure. Through games, video lessons, writing prompts, and imaginative storytelling, children strengthen spelling, grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills while earning rewards and progressing through an age-appropriate curriculum. Designed by educational experts, the app is an engaging option for elementary students who enjoy storytelling and want to build confidence as readers and writers. Available on:
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Montessori Math Learning Games (Vu Dang)Montessori Math Learning Games is a hands-on math app for children in preschool through 6th grade that uses Montessori-inspired activities to build confidence and understanding. Through interactive lessons and virtual learning materials, children explore number sense, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and other foundational math concepts at their own pace. With personalized learning paths and engaging challenges, the app helps make math both approachable and enjoyable for a wide range of ages and skill levels. Available on:
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Thinkrolls (Avokiddo)Thinkrolls is an award-winning puzzle game for children ages 3–8 that introduces science and physics concepts through fun, hands-on challenges. As children guide playful characters through increasingly complex mazes, they develop logic, problem-solving, spatial reasoning, memory, and critical thinking skills while experimenting with concepts such as gravity, buoyancy, force, and momentum. With separate difficulty levels for younger and older children, the app grows alongside developing learners in a safe, ad-free environment. Available on:
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Toca Boca World (Toca Boca AB)Toca Boca World is a creative sandbox game for children ages 6+ where imagination takes center stage. Rather than following levels or completing lessons, kids create their own characters, design homes, role-play different careers, and invent endless stories in an open-ended world—think of it as a child-friendly version of The Sims. While it doesn't teach academic subjects, the app encourages creativity, storytelling, social-emotional learning, and imaginative play in a safe, ad-free environment. Available on:
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Prodigy Math (Prodigy Education Inc.)Prodigy Math is a game-based learning app for children in grades 1–8 that turns math practice into an engaging fantasy adventure. As students solve curriculum-aligned math problems, they complete quests, earn rewards, and strengthen skills tailored to their individual learning level. Used by millions of teachers and students, Prodigy reinforces classroom learning while helping children build confidence and fluency in mathematics through play. Available on:
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GoNoodle (GoNoodle, Inc.)GoNoodle is a free movement and wellness app for children ages 5–9 (elementary school) that gets kids up and active through dance, exercise, yoga, mindfulness, and interactive videos. Widely used in classrooms across the United States, the app helps children develop healthy habits while supporting physical activity, emotional regulation, focus, and social-emotional learning. It's a great way to add purposeful movement breaks at home, in the classroom, or on the go. Available on: |
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