Originally written by Christine Elgersma and published on Common Sense Media From the ABCs to the 123s, these are the phone apps for kids that you want to have ready for your little learner. If you've ever handed your phone over to your preschooler and turned them loose on a random kid's app, you're not alone. But you can make those moments productive — and fun — if you think of your phone as a preschool learning tool. All it takes is a little advance downloading. Which are the best phone apps for kids? We've collected some of the best contenders in several categories, from ABCs to such "soft skills" as social-emotional learning and creative play. When used in balance with other activities and active play, apps can offer amazing learning potential. See what appeals to your kid, and check out our other lists for more suggestions.

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