Fun for parents and kids! A smartphone game app for elementary schoolers that combines learning and play.
“Can elementary school kids play smartphone games?” “Which apps are safe to let them play?” Many families may share these worries and questions.
Here, we introduce a variety of smartphone game apps—from popular titles among kids like Monster Strike, Pokémon, and Disney character games to educational options.
They’re high-quality apps that are easy to enjoy with simple controls and can help develop thinking skills.
Explore a new world of play together with your child!
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Fun for parents and kids! Balancing learning and play with smartphone game apps for elementary schoolers (11–20)
Todon (sea lion) math
“Todo Sansuu” is a popular app that makes learning math fun even for children who are just starting out.
Aimed at kids from age 3 to the early elementary grades, it lets them explore the world of math through play—from the basics of counting to reading clocks and simple calculations.
With over 2,000 diverse tasks that can be tackled at each child’s own pace, it’s regarded as well-suited for early education.
While the free version offers plenty to learn, the paid version includes exclusive content that can deepen understanding even further.
Highly rated both in Japan and abroad, it’s recommended for parents who want their children to build a solid foundation in math.
Todon (sea lion) mathCategory: Education Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.47225
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Crayon Shin-chan: Big Help Mission
“Crayon Shin-chan: Big Helping Mission” is an app where kids can enjoyably learn useful household skills and social rules.
By joining Shin-chan in everyday tasks like cleaning and shopping, children naturally develop practical life skills.
The shopping activity is especially popular: kids memorize a shopping list, then choose items and check out, helping them build arithmetic ability and a sense of money.
The flat-rate “All-You-Can-Play Plan,” available for 350 yen per month, has received many positive reviews and serves as a great communication tool between parents and children.
This app lets kids have fun while learning anything they’re unsure about, making it highly recommended content for your child.
Crayon Shin-chan: Big Help MissionCategory: Education Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.56349
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Family Apps
FamilyApps, provided by TAKARATOMY AiiBIS, is an educational app where children can learn about various professions while having fun.
The app lets kids deepen their knowledge through play and fosters a sense of achievement with its reward system.
It’s available for both iPhone and Android, so everyone can enjoy it regardless of device.
While broadening children’s perspectives as dependable members of society, parents can also join in and watch their kids grow—be sure to check it out.
Family Apps - Educational pretend play for childrenCategory: Education Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.40385
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Cats and Soup
How about Cat and Soup, which has high ratings on various distribution platforms? In this title, you sell dishes made by cats to earn money and develop your facilities.
As you progress, your facilities grow larger and more impressive, giving you a real sense of accomplishment.
In addition to management simulation elements, it also features raising and training the cats, plus mini-games.
The fishing and crane game, among others, are all highly addictive—be sure to give them a try.
Korilakkuma’s Wind‑Up Rangers: Pop Out of the Toy Box
Koriakkuma Wind-up Rangers: Pop Out of the Toy Box is a game where Koriakkuma teams up with toys to defend their territory from enemies.
The best part, of course, is how incredibly cute the toys are! There are many types of toys, and it’s fun to see which ones you’ll get.
As you collect toys, you can form a team and battle.
Even though it’s a combat game, it’s surprisingly soothing.
If you love cute things—girls and boys alike—definitely give it a try!
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Puzzle & Dragons
Released in 2012, Puzzle & Dragons is a popular title that has expanded in many directions, including an anime adaptation and merchandise.
The game combines puzzle and battle elements, letting you enjoy both the satisfaction of solving puzzles and the thrill of defeating opponents at the same time.
The puzzles themselves are simple and designed to be solved intuitively.
Even children who aren’t confident in puzzle games are encouraged to give it a try.
It’s also perfect for kids who love fantasy worlds, such as those featuring dragons.
Fun for Parents and Kids! Balancing Learning and Play with Smartphone Game Apps for Elementary School Students (21–30)
Pocha Gacho
Introducing Pochagacho, a game where you become a gym manager and rebuild a brand-new gym.
The rules are simple: merge identical items to evolve them and create the items needed for each challenge.
As you clear puzzles and collect items, you can design a gym to your own taste.
With no complicated controls, it’s a game that parents and elementary school children can enjoy together.
Relax with cute characters as you upgrade training equipment, renovate the interior, and create a stylish gym.
