I'm a great fan of children's apps. I believe that 'screen time' doesn't have to be seen as a bad thing when done in moderation and I actually think they can be a really beneficial learning tool as well as a fun activity for your kids.
We discovered children's apps when Wilf was about two years old and give them full credit for averting boredom when travelling. A few times I've had to travel long journeys with Wilf by myself and there is nothing worse than getting to that point on the journey when your child has had enough. They are also a great treat for afternoon slumps when you both need a rest and as we don't have a television I feel happy to let him play on them for a couple of hours a day.
One of Wilf's all time favourite apps actually happens to be Ocean Swimmer by Sago Mini, I'm not quite sure how we stumbled across it but I immediately loved the colours and illustrations as well as the humour to the animations. Sago Mini games aren't garish like some children's apps can be and I also love the non-competitive element that seems to run through them all.
Sago Mini asked if we (well Wilf!) would like to try out their new Fairy Tales app and see what we thought. The Fairy Tales app follows a similar structure to the Ocean Swimmer game Wilf loves so much which was an immediate plus point. Jinja the cat is the main character and flys around an enchanted forest meeting fairy tales characters. What I loved about this game was the cross over from fairy tales we know so well and the Sago Mini interpretation of the characters.
I love that it still holds the 'silliness' that amuses children and parents alike as well as a gentle exploration of the world in the game. What I find really interesting is how much Wilf likes to talk about what is going on whilst he is playing and using his imagination to describe why each character might be doing what they are doing in the animation.
We made a little video if you would like to see a little more and you can download the app here to play the game for yourself!
Sago Mini are giving the first ten people to comment on this post a free code to download so you can try the game out for yourself (or rather your little ones can!).
In association with Sago Mini you can find more of their games here
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Oh my little man loves Sago apps, we would love to get a code for this one - love the video x
My little boy loves the ocean swimmer as he obsessed by fish! Will try this one too x
This looks lovely - we haven't come across these before but would love to try them :)
Looks really enjoyable. I don't use many apps with my son unless he's really ill or moody, we found them a god send during his bout of tonsillitis last week. I'd love to try out a few more with him. X
Ooh looks like a fab app :-) Sure Owen would love to try it!
That looks amazing!! My girls LOVE fairytales and I'm always on the search for new apps that will hold their attention. I've never heard of these ones before, but I'm definitely interested in them now :)
what a fab app! My little girl would love this! x
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It's very refreshing to hear about someone talking positively about apps and technology for kids. We get so much bad press about them, but they really aren't all bad!
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thank you x
This looks like a wonderful app. I am a firm believer that they can be educational and fun.
What a lovely app! It looks like a lot of fun.
Looks like a good'un! Thanks x
Apps have saved my bacon many-a time!
I know, I feel like people are supposed to feel guilty letting their kids use them. Everything in moderation and they can be really beneficial! if you want a code (maybe for a younger family member!) you can use http://tokn.co/vk42sq3m x
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I can imagine apps are truly life saving on cross country train journeys! x
I agree that screens in moderation is fine, as long as you are happy
We are also fan of children's app. And for my older one, I love educational apps too. So much fun to exercice her maths on the ipad than on the books! xx cathy
Oh, this looks like something my 3yo would love - we are downloading a few apps for our upcoming plane trip, will put it on our list!
F loved this, I'm gong to have to get it for him. How cute is Wilf! x
My nephew can download an app much quicker than I can at the age of 2!
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