An increasing number of parents and educators are recognizing the benefits of using iPads and tablets with children to enhance their education and to prepare them for the digital world that lies ahead of them.
For those that struggle with traditional learning, apps offer a creative alternative at home and in the classroom. We take a look at the best tablets for kids that are currently on the market.
- Price Range: $89.99
- Age Range: 3+
- Highlights: Unlimited access to over 10,000 kids books, 2-year ‘worry’ guarantee, kid-proof case included, strong parental controls and screen timer.
The kids edition of the fire comes with a collection of children’s books and videos and all of the Amazon delights that you know and love in a kid-friendly version.
We love how durable the Fire is, coming with a thick rubber casing that can be removed if needed. The big draw with this tablet is that Amazon offers a 2-year ‘worry guarantee’ for those who have children who are very accident prone!
Amazon Fire HD Kids Edition
- Price Range: $79.99-99.99
- Age Range: 10+
- Highlights: Access to Amazon Underground, 1.5 GHz quad core processor, time limitations can be set by parents
The Kindle HD6 is our top pick for children who don’t necessarily require childproof casing and protection, but are not quite old enough for an expensive tablet.
At just under $80, this Kindle is a sound investment and it will not matter too much if your child grows out of it too quickly. A 1.5 GHz quad core processor makes this tablet great for game loving kids and it also has a very good camera.
Kindle HD 6- Price Range: $84.99
- Age Range: 3-9 years
- Highlights: Kid-proof casing, parental control, 10 apps included, child friendly web content
Leap Frog have been leading the pack in terms of children’s technology for a long time now and this latest version of the popular LeapPad is ideal for younger children, aged 3-9.
Parents can relax in the fact that the pad contains a large library of educational apps and games and, while you can download games for fun, it largely has a good balance between play and learning.
LeapFrog LeapPad 3- Price Range: $130-199
- Age Range: 3+
- Highlights: ‘kiddified' web browsing, long-lasting (can see child through to teens), wide range of educational apps available
The Fuhu Nabi is the first full-featured Android tablet for children and it will impress many adults too! The tablet is packed full of innovative apps that range from sorting chores to managing pocket money, as well as fun games for downtime and educational apps to support homework.
The bumper is great on this tablet, meaning that while you pay a little more than some kids tablets you will enjoy great protection.
Nabi 2 - Price Range: $200-$400
- Age Range: All ages
- Highlights: Sleek design, easy to use, can integrate with other Apple products, thousands of elusive apps
Parents are often torn as to whether to invest in an iPad for children as they are very expensive compared to most tablets, but the launch of the iPad mini made Apple for children much more affordable.
Apple products are very intuitive so are a great choice for kids and you can easily share apps and music between other family members with Apple products.
Apple iPad mini- Price Range: From $129.99
- Age Range: 10+
- Highlights:Intel Bay Trail-T Z3745 Quad Core, 32 GB memory, high-quality display
This is a great choice for older children who want a tablet to support them in their school work and also allows them to keep up to date with social media in a safe way.
The tablet comes pre-installed with a full license MS Office Home & Student, which makes the extra investment well worth it.
ASUS Vivo Tab 8- Price Range: From $300
- Age Range: 12+
- Highlights: Android 5.0 Lollipop, 8MP Rear Camera, slimline, great audio and graphics
This well-built tablet has a superior processor and provides easy access to all Google apps, including the new Lollipop system. This is on the pricey side, but it can be used by the whole family
Nexus 9- Price Range: £129
- Age Range: 3+
- Highlights: Good parental control and time limit control, robust, easy to use, kids video store and gallery
At under $200 this tablet is one of the smartest on the market, with all of the greatness of a Galaxy tablet with an added bit of fun. Apps, games and educational programs are available on this brightly colored tablet that children will just love.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3- Price Range: $59.99
- Age Range: 3-9 years
- Highlights: Zoodles pre-installed, strong bumper for added protection, great for reading, parental control
This entry level children’s tablet is not the best in terms of cutting edge design and its processor is not as good as higher-quality tablets, but we think that this is great choice for parents who are on a budget and for kids who are simply wanting to explore games and apps while getting to know their way around a tablet.
Dragon Touch Android Tablet- Price Range: From $65.99
- Age Range: 12+
- Highlights: 1 year warranty, fast processing, easy to use, great e-reader
A simple looking tablet that offers all that kids need in an adult looking tablet, making it suitable for older children who are not quite ready for a fully grown up tablet. A great tablet for both study and entertainment and it comes with a handy 1-year guarantee.
ProntoTec 9 inch tabletWe hope that you have enjoyed exploring our guide to the best tablets for children and we wish you the best of luck with your holiday shopping!
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