Best Pbkids Apps

4.3😊(364K ratings)

Free

Stream and download educational videos and live TV from popular PBS KIDS shows. Watch episodes in English or Spanish with captions, perfect for toddlers and early grade school children. This app offers a safe, kid-friendly viewing experience with new content added regularly.

What We Love

👍 Great app for kids
🚀 Smooth and relaxing graphics
🔒 No worries about inappropriate content
🚀 Dependable for educational videos
👍 Fun and educational content
👍 Free app

Room to Improve

🐛 Issues with certain videos not playing correctly
🐛 Offline viewing not working as advertised
🔒 Lack of parental controls to filter content
👎 Some shows/content not suitable for all families

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PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries

4.4😊(372K ratings)

Free

#99in Education

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.

What We Love

🚀 Fantastic app with great quality games
👍 Variety of educational and engaging games
💡 Daily game feature
🔒 No ads or links to take kids elsewhere

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent freezing and glitches
🐛 Buggy games like Rosie's Rules and Donkey's Froyo Stand
🐛 Sound issues and random volume loss
🐛 Games disappearing after updates
🐛 Compatibility issues on older devices

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Watch full episodes of PBS programsExplore TV schedules and set remindersWatch live PBS KIDS stream

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Access national and local productions from Blue Ridge PBS on demand. Enjoy PBS Kids content with parental controls, live streams of special events, and integrated TV program schedules. Easily share content and find station information.

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300+ dance, yoga, and mindfulness videosNew content added weeklyKid-safe content approved by experts

Encourage active screen time for children with over 300 dance, yoga, and mindfulness videos. Trusted by educators and used in schools, this app makes movement fun for kids aged 4-10. Enjoy new content weekly, all designed to be safe and engaging.

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