Advice for Parents: What Criteria Guide Your Choice of Educational Apps for Kids?

With an abundance of learning apps available, how do you decide between tools that offer research-backed, proven methods and those that merely entertain when selecting educational apps for your child?

Hey everyone! I really appreciate the insights already shared. Something that has helped me a bunch is looking at how dynamic an app feels – not just its content but how it encourages kids to explore and interact rather than just sit and watch. I also dig into some quick trial runs and let my kiddo have a go at it to see if it sparks curiosity. It’s like a mini experiment at home to see if the app naturally grabs their attention. What are some unique features you’ve noticed that make an educational app stand out for your child? I’m curious about how everyone else is balancing fun with learning these days :grinning:

i tend to check if the app device solid studies and age apropriote lessons, not just flashy games. reviews from other parents are also a big clue for me.