LiteracyApps is a handy guide for parents from the National Literacy Trust. Get the most out of apps that help your young child learn language and communication skills.

The LiteracyApps Guide

Discover the very best apps to support your child's language and literacy development

Browse a huge selection of apps reviewed by independent experts

We've hand-picked the best apps that you can browse by age, learning area and best features.

Puppet Pals

This app comes in a free or 'directors cut' version. In the free version children can choose from 8 characters and three backdrops. They are... Read More >

Eye Paint Animals

A very simple app that allows children to find pictures and patterns in the world around them to add to pictures. This can create a lot of l... Read More >

CBeebies Playtime

CBeebies Playtime Island contains a vast variety of fun, educational games featuring familiar and popular CBeebies characters, helping child... Read More >

Have You Heard

This app has watch/play/read options available. The app allows funny mix ups as the animals get things wrong through Chinese whispers. This ... Read More >