Brain development among children is the highest while growing up. That's a reason why they are constantly curious, asking questions while demanding convincing answers. Science has proved that kids with at the age of 5 usually develops 80% of the brain. Therefore, it is necessary to nurture their mind by giving it meaningful fodder to flourish. So, conscious parents are always looking for ways, to introduce their kids to various art forms, education and general awareness from a very young age. While so much could be done through their own life learning's, technology today is a great companion for parenting. Here are few apps that are excellent in training your growing toddlers –
1. Sea Life – If you're a traveler (beach bum) yourself and want to imbibe those qualities in the little ones, this app acts as an ideal simulation. Sea life is a virtual underwater game that familiarizes the kids to marine animals. They get used to the sounds, images, and atmosphere of the sea by being part of the exercise. There are 12 inbuilt animals in the app, but you can always upload a picture from your device to continue the learning process. (Cost - $0.99, iPhone)
2. Solar Walk – On your planetarium trip, if you've discovered your kid's inclination towards galaxy you should give this app a try. Solar Walk enables your kid to explore the solar system, watch movies about the earth and its neighbors, learn about space missions/models, and see what galaxy looks like from a 3D view. (Android)
3. Park Math – Math is a real pain if not liked from an early age. To inculcate that likeness, Park Math does a good job. The kids take a trip of seven different games in the background of a park where their favorite animals: the rabbit, hippo, duck are playing. They have to count different items based on the activity happening on screen. There's addition, subtraction apart from just counting they can learn. (iPhone)
4. Coloring For Kids – If your child is fond of crayons and color, introduce him/her to this app. Coloring for Kids turns their finger touch into a paint brush then allowing them to choose from innumerable images of animals, cars, birds and favorite characters to paint. Once selected, they get a wide color palette to exhibit their mastery. (Coloring for Kids)
5. Elmo Loves ABCs – An interactive way to train your kids about alphabets, this app features a familiar face encouraging the toddler to trace letters, play games, listen to the funny Elmo-sung version of the alphabet song and view over 80 Sesame Street clips. (Cost - $4.99, Sesame Street)
6. Balloon Baby School – For both visual and intellectual learning, Balloon Baby School app gives a stimulating experience to toddlers. The concept is simple – "Pop and Learn." Floating objects appear on screen like for example – Apples or Oranges, with a sound directing 'Pop the Apple.' Kids have to follow instructions and pop the right object. It has ten different categories of shapes, fruits, veggies, instruments, birds, etc. for overall awareness. (Cost – Free, $0.99 for the full version, Kids Place)
7. Shape Builder – Specially curated for jigsaw puzzle lovers, this app has about 158 puzzles of people, letters, numbers, etc. Creating a fun time between kids and parents, these puzzle pieces are to be placed together on a silhouette. When done, the child is rewarded by amusing action on screen.
(Cost - $0.99, Darren Murtha Design)
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Well, looks like a full proof plan to train children as you have full access and support of technology in today's day and age.