Believe it or not, there are benefits to tablets and screen time. However, to make screen time as beneficial as possible, parents must be diligent about what is on the screen and how their little ones are spending their screen time.
According to Nemours Children’s Health System, parents should encourage apps that have educational value, apps that are school-related and apps that can help with homework and research. And when it comes to playing video games, parents can help their kids pick games that improve motor skills and coordination, and ask them to seek educational internet tools and normalize the use of texting as easy and fun ways to socialize and communicate.
But which notepads and tablets are the best for kids? That’s what we are here to help you with. After doing a deep dive into what other customers had to say about the different notepads and tablets out there, we created a list that will help you make those decisions easier.
And one notepad, in particular, has caught the attention of celebrity parent singer and actress Jana Kramer and those who follower her on Instagram. It’s actually a notepad we have shared with you in the past.
KOKODI LCD Writing Tablet
$19.99 at the time of publication
This KOKODI LCD Writing Tablet comes in four different colors and has a four-and-a-half star rating after receiving over 8,000 reviews. And the best part about this particular notepad is that it’s the best of all world. It allows children to have screen time while also helping them with their homework, motor skills, and creativity.
Kids can use this to draw, learn how to write, solve math problems, and so much more. Equally as important, this doodle board is “without radiation, no glare, and it is safe and comfortable for long time use. According to other parents who have purchased this, they said their children were able to learn how to use this notepad rather quickly. And that it keeps them very entertained.
A few other positive notes include:
- Great size
- Eliminates paper waste
However, there were also somethings parents pointed out that they didn’t like:
- Can’t erase just one part of the screen, it erases it all
- You cannot change the colors on the screen manually
And that’s not the only pad you can purchase for your children. There are a slew of other tablets that have been rated highly by parents. Here are those tablets rated in order from highest to lowest.
Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet
$199.99 at the time of publication
With more than 21,500 reviews, the Fire 10 Kids Edition Tablet by Amazon still bodes a perfect five-star rating. Along with purchasing this tablet, you will also get a year’s worth of access to Amazon Kids+ which offers kids access to “games, books, videos, audiobooks, and educational content from PBS Kids, Nickelodeon, Disney, and more.” Once that year is up, Amazon Kids+ runs for $2.99 a month.
A few positive notes include:
- Provides hours and hours of educational fun for your little one
- Very durable
Some negative notes include:
- Too many steps to change settings
- Slow downloading speeds
Fire 7 Kids Edition Tablet
$99.99 at the time of publication
The Fire 7 Kids Edition Tablet by Amazon bodes a four-and-a-half star rating following more than 123,000 reviews and it’s more affordable than the Fire 10. Also like the Fire 10, with the purchase of this tablet, you will also get a year’s worth of access to Amazon Kids+. The difference between the Fire 7 and the Fire 10, aside from the price, is that it does have HD video available and instead of 32 GB of available storage, it only has 16 GB of available storage.
A few positive notes include:
- Two-year guarantee
- Easy to use
Some negative notes include:
- Parent controls take some time to figure out
- No HD video available
New Apple iPad
$299 at the time of publication
This 8th Generation iPad also bodes a five-star rating with more than 13,800 reviews. Unlike the Amazon Fire Tablet, this one is not built specifically for kids, but that doesn’t mean you can’t download the right kinds of apps to make this piece of technology kid-friendly. Equally, if you as a parent are in the market for a tablet that you only have to use every so often, the iPad could be the way to go. The iPad offers HD video and access to several free kid-friendly apps.
A few positive notes include:
- Decent price
- Easy to use
Some negative notes include:
- Not made specifically for kids, giving them more access to the internet
- No facial recognition
SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S7
$602.68 at the time of publication
And for those of you who prefer other tech creators to Apple, this SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab offers many of the same perks. However, it is more expensive but bodes 128 GB of available storage compared to 32 GB. It also offers HD video and access to child-friendly apps. And, like the iPad, can be shared with you and your children, if that is what you’re in the market for.
A few positive notes include:
- Great for when traveling
- The S pen makes screen usage seamless
Some negative notes include:
- The screen has poor viewing at most angles, except right in front of the screen
- No headphone jack
Interactive Learning Pads Logical Game Tablet Machine
$31.98 at the time of publication
Through interaction, this Thinking Pad provides a wealth of knowledge to our youngest generations. From developing skills such as problem-solving, concentration, and logical thinking, this Thinking Pad is exactly what our kids need to prepare before they head off to school! Like our first notepad, this does not connect to the internet but provides your little one with a fun, educational experience that will keep them learning and entertained. And other parents have loved it for their kiddos.
A few positive notes include:
- It is very easy for children to get the hang of
- Helps with a variety of skills like learning the alphabet, numbers, animals, shapes, colors, and more
Some negative notes include:
- Doesn’t offer creativity
- No internet access
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