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Best Library Kids Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Whether you're new to library kids or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Library Kids Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Books For Kids: Reading & MathBooks For Kids: Reading & MathFree4.6★ (1.1K)NoYesAug 2026
2Epic - Kids' Books & ReadingEpic - Kids' Books & ReadingFree4.7★ (519K)NoYesAug 2026
3CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (253K)NoNoAug 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
5Barnes & Noble NOOKBarnes & Noble NOOKFree4.7★ (117K)YesNoAug 2026
6ReadingIQReadingIQFree4.6★ (21K)NoYesAug 2026
7Little Critter LibraryLittle Critter LibraryFree4.7★ (1.8K)NoYesAug 2026
8Beanstack TrackerBeanstack TrackerFree4.8★ (98K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Library Kids

Books For Kids: Reading & Math#1

Books For Kids: Reading & Math by Smart Kidz Club Inc.

Stories & ABC Learning Library
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.6😊(1.1K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a premium library of read-along books and math activities for children aged 2-11. It uses an engaging "Just Right" method to simplify reading and learning, with new content added weekly. The app aims to improve English reading skills and prepare children for school.

What We Love

  • 👍 Engaging and educational content
  • 🚀 Easy to use interface
  • 💡 Variety of books and topics
  • 👍 Helps kids develop a passion for reading

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and glitches
  • 💰 Misleading free trial, requires paid subscription
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
Epic - Kids' Books & Reading#2

Epic - Kids' Books & Reading by Epic Creations, Inc.

Children’s Learning & eBooks
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.7😐(519K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#45in Education
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Access a vast digital library for children, featuring over 40,000 books, audiobooks, and videos. This app offers interactive learning tools, multilingual content, and personalized reading experiences for kids. It supports both family and educational use, with features to track progress and build reading confidence.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great for engaging kids
  • 📚 Wide variety of books
  • 🎨 Customizable profiles
  • 🏆 Rewards and achievements

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Subscription required for full access
  • 📚 Limited selection of popular books
  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
CloudLibrary#3

CloudLibrary by OCLC

browse, borrow and enjoy
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😐(253K ratings)
Free
#33in Books
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Manage your library account and discover new content. Borrow physical items, access eBooks and audiobooks, and receive helpful reminders. Personalize your reading experience and stay organized with this intuitive library companion.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient access to library books
  • 🚀 Wide selection of books
  • 👍 Great resource during the pandemic

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Unreliable page/progress tracking
  • 🐛 Inconsistent user experience

More Library Kids apps to explore

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Libby, the library app
Libby, the library app
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.

Borrow ebooks and audiobooksDownload for offline accessSend ebooks to Kindle
📚 Books
(4.4M)
free
5
Barnes & Noble NOOK
Barnes & Noble NOOK
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.

Vast digital libraryPersonalized recommendationsCustomizable reading/listening
📚 Books
(117K)
free with in-app purchases
6
ReadingIQ
ReadingIQ
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.

Thousands of digital books for kids 2-12Aligns with reading ability and grade levelAward-winners and childhood classics
📚 Education
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Little Critter Library
Little Critter Library
Little Critter Library
Bedtime Stories for Kids
Free

Explore a collection of beloved children's stories with interactive features. Parents can track their child's reading progress and encourage literacy skills through highlighted narration and tappable words. Includes a mini-game and parental controls for an engaging experience.

Highlighted narrationTappable words for vocabularyRecord custom narration
📚 Books
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Beanstack Tracker
Beanstack Tracker
Beanstack Tracker
by Zoobean, Inc.
Free

This app encourages reading for all ages through engaging challenges and easy progress tracking. It allows family profiles, individual logging, and offers features like barcode scanning and reading timers. It prioritizes user privacy by not selling data or showing ads.

Motivating reading challengesEasy reading progress trackingBarcode scanner for titles
📚 Education
(98K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Discover - Downey City Library
Discover - Downey City Library
Discover - Downey City Library
Books, movies, and more.
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
10
Lisle Library
Lisle Library
Lisle Library
by Lisle Library District
Free
📚 Books
(0)
11
Mid Ark Regional Library
Mid Ark Regional Library
Mid Ark Regional Library
by Mid-Ark Regional Library Sys
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
12
Reed Memorial Library
Reed Memorial Library
Reed Memorial Library
by Reed Memorial Library
Free
📚 Books
(0)
13
LSF Brookfield Library
LSF Brookfield Library
LSF Brookfield Library
by Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Free
📚 Books
(0)
14
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Books, Manga, Movies and More
Free

Access a vast digital library of books, comics, movies, music, and more, all within a single application. Stream or download content for free with your library card, enjoying an ad-free experience and features like offline listening and dark mode.

Stream and download contentAd-free experienceAudiobooks and eBooks
📚 Books
(1.4M)
free
15
Reading Libraries
Reading Libraries
Reading Libraries
by Reading Borough Council
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
16
Nioga Library System Catalog
Nioga Library System Catalog
Nioga Library System Catalog
by Nioga Library System
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
17
Watertown Regional Library SD
Watertown Regional Library SD
Watertown Regional Library SD
Browse, borrow, and enjoy
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
18
Lawrence Public Library
Lawrence Public Library
Lawrence Public Library
by Lawrence Public Library
Free

Access your library account from anywhere. Search the catalog, place holds, renew items, and check library hours and events. Discover new titles and plan your next visit with ease.

Search library catalogPlace and manage holdsRenew borrowed items
🔍 Reference
(2)
free
19
Crowley Public Library
Crowley Public Library
Crowley Public Library
Educate. Engage. Enrich.
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
20
Park Ridge Public Library
Park Ridge Public Library
Park Ridge Public Library
Access your library
Free
📚 Books
(0)

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FAQ about Library Kids

What are the best library kids apps for iPhone?
Books For Kids: Reading & Math tops our library kids apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 1.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top library kids apps we rank are free to download, including Books For Kids: Reading & Math and Epic - Kids' Books & Reading.
Books For Kids: Reading & Math has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ library kids apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides a premium library of read-along books and math activities designed for children aged 2-11. It aims to simplify reading and learning through an engaging "Just Right" method, offering stories, audiobooks, flashcards, phonics, and interactive games.
Key features include a large library of read-along books and audio stories, interactive math activities, flashcards, phonics, and a unique "Just Right" reading methodology that mimics traditional finger tracking. The app also includes a rewards system to motivate children and adds new content weekly.