Best Beginner Coding App for Kids
Lightbot: Code Hour introduces kids of all ages to the basic concepts of coding and the logic that computer programmers use to write code — all without having to actually code! Instead, the app has kids get Lightbot through different pathways by using functions commonly found in code.
free
iOS or Android
Brainpop Jr. Movie of the Week
Best Apps for Kids- Brainpop Jr. Movie of the Week
BRAIN POP JR.
For 20 years, Brainpop has been providing kids all over the world with in-depth, yet easy to understand educational videos on everything ranging from Mozart to food allergies. Brainpop Jr. Movie of the Week is an app that gives younger kids access to these videos, plus short quizzes on them.
You’ll need a subscription to access to the full library of videos, but the free version still gets you the movie of the week, plus more free videos on internet safety, bullying, and other subjects. Brainpop also has a version for older kids too!
Free, optional subscription is $6.99/month
iOS, Android, or on the Amazon App Store
