Best Free Book Apps For Kids

Barnes & Noble NOOK

eBooks, audiobooks, and more

Free

Access a vast digital library of millions of eBooks, graphic novels, comics, manga, magazines, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized recommendations, customize your reading and listening experience, and sync content across all your devices. Share your favorite reads with friends and discover free titles.

Skybrary – Kids Books & Videos

Where kids read, learn & grow

Free

This app offers a curated library of over 1,000 eBooks and 150 educational videos for children aged 3-9. It features read-aloud stories, offline access, and content selected by literacy experts to foster a love of reading and learning.

Novel Effect: Read Aloud Books

Fun Interactive Stories

Free

This app enhances children's storybook reading by adding interactive music, sound effects, and character voices that respond to your voice. It aims to make reading time magical, promote literacy, and spark imagination for kids up to 12 years old.

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More

Reviews, lists & reading goals

Free

This app connects you with a vast community of readers to discover new books. Get personalized recommendations, track your reading progress, and see what your friends are enjoying. Scan book barcodes in stores to add them to your wish list and read reviews before you buy.

Booka: Kids' Books and Stories

Reading App for Children

Free

This app offers a vast library of children's books and narrated stories for ages zero to nine. Features like "Booka Reads" and "Read to Me" create engaging reading experiences, promoting literacy and education in a fun, stress-free way.

ReadingIQ

Digital Books for Kids 2-12

Free

This app offers a vast digital library for children aged 2-12, featuring thousands of books from popular publishers and the ABCmouse library. It intelligently organizes titles by interest and reading level, providing a safe and engaging way for kids to develop reading skills anywhere, anytime.

Vooks: Read-Aloud Kids' Books

Educational, ad-free, animated

Free

This app brings children's books to life with gentle narration and animation, fostering a love for reading and imagination. It also includes an audio-only library for screen-free listening and a creative tool for kids to make their own stories.

PBS KIDS Games

Fun & Safe Educational Play

Free

Explore over 280 free educational games designed for children ages 2-8, featuring beloved PBS KIDS characters. These kid-tested games cover subjects like math, reading, and science, promoting early learning and STEM skills in a safe, engaging environment.

Apple Books

Read, listen, discover.

Free

Discover, read, and listen to millions of books and audiobooks. Browse curated collections, personalized recommendations, and bestsellers. Customize your reading experience with various themes and settings, and set reading goals to build a habit. Share your library with family.

Khan Academy Kids

Reading & Math Learning Games

Free

This educational app offers over 5,000 games, books, and activities for children aged 2-8. It covers reading, math, phonics, and more, with engaging characters and content aligned with educational standards. The app is completely free and designed to foster a love of learning.

Libby, the library app

Library audiobooks and ebooks

Free

Access millions of free ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Borrow titles instantly with your library card, download for offline enjoyment, and enjoy a customizable reading and listening experience.

KinderStories: Kids Books

Bedtime Stories & Audiobooks

Free

Create unique, personalized stories for children featuring them as the hero. Choose reading levels, characters, settings, and lessons, then enjoy read-aloud or listen anytime. Offers multiple languages and voices in an ad-free, privacy-focused experience.