It amazes me that every day dozens (if not more!) new apps become available for your Apple or Android devices. Some apps are really cool and great to have. Other apps look like they were clearly thrown together by people who know nothing about apps.
When I first got an iPad I went crazy with apps and had too many on my device. I downloaded every app! I did something similar with my iPhone when I first got it (not as bad). Thankfully many apps are free so if you download it and decide you don’t like it or need it you are not out any money. I have purchased a few apps that I deleted because they were not what I had thought they would be.
I’m impressed by the number of apps available for young children, especially fun apps that double as an educational app. As a parent I have found that combining education with fun is the ideal way to teach young children. Even older children tend to learn more when there is a “fun” element to it.
There are so many delightful children’s apps on the market. It’s hard to find out which ones are the perfect combination of learning and fun.
Once app I recently learned about is called Play and Learn with Wallace.
Play and Learn with Wallace is an exciting new series of preschool apps guided by the best practices of early learning experts and teachers. It combines educational games and stimulating interactive play in one dynamic environment to engage preschoolers through first graders in a multitude of ways.
They will learn reading skills, counting skills, problem solving, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and earn rewards that they can feel great about. The apps can be played by subject, or ‘super shuffled’ to create endless combinations. New games are regularly added within the app to further expand your child’s early learning experience (additional purchase required).
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of Wallace, and help them take their first steps up the early learning ladder.
Play and Learn with Wallace comes from Priddy Books, the best-selling publisher of over 100 million children’s books worldwide.
I haven’t downloaded the app for the simple reason that my kids are almost 14 and 16. This app is geared more towards little ones.
I’ve been reading up on the app and from what others say about the app it’s fun and ideal for young children.
A unique feature about this game is that parents can see how well their child (or children) are doing with the apps Parent’s Guide.
I like that children can earn stickers and badges (on the app it’s self) as they accomplish different levels/games. I think that is a great way to encourage children to want to continue to strive towards more stickers and badges. These virtual rewards are great motivators.
Check out this brief video that tells you more about the app.
If my children were younger I’d certainly download this app. Not only does it sound like fun I also like the adorable dog Wallace and the bright, colorful images.
If you would like to learn more about the app Play and Learn with Wallace you can check it out on the iTunes website, or look for it in the app store.
In honor of the release of the app I have a cute Piddy Books giveaway for a lucky reader. The winner will receive;
- $10 iTunes gift card (use this to upgrade the app – the app is free, some of the games have a nominal fee)
- 3 Wallace storybooks
This giveaway is open to US residents only and will end on July 5, 2013 at 11:59 PM (EST). The winner will be chosen at random using a random number generator from all eligible entries. The winner will be notified via e-mail and will have there days to reply or a new winner will be chosen in their place.
To enter please leave a comment on this post and tell me why you want to win this prize package?
For extra entries you can use the Rafflecopter widget (below) but you must complete the initial entry requirement or the additional entries won’t qualify (I do check). Extra entries are optional.
Kimberly
*I was not compensated for this post. I am sharing this giveaway for the enjoyment of my site readers. Any opinions expressed are my own unless otherwise noted.
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