There are plenty of French courses, software, and games available for teenage or adult language learners, but if you are looking for apps or software aimed specifically at kids, here are some that get consistently good reviews and can keep your child’s attention.
First, Is It Really a Game?
Tip: Pay attention to how “game-like” the elements in whatever games you are considering are, especially if you are looking for something young children will enjoy. I’ve checked out dozens of online French games that say they’re for children, but they’re essentially flashcard apps that won’t hold most young children’s attentions for very long, no matter how fun the illustrations and sound effects are. A lot of popular French games websites also have games with dated graphics that probably won’t be especially fun for kids, either.
Every game I link to below I’ve checked to make sure is actually fun to play for young kids.
Kid’s French Apple/iPhone/iPad Apps
Fun French is a popular children’s iOS app that has six different French learning games (as compared to simple flashcard games that other apps use) for kids aged three to seven. The activities include lessons with vocabulary games on topics like types of food and animals and also teaches basic oral comprehension and pronunciation.
Gus on the Go: French for Kids is an interactive French app with sound effects and colorful animations. All audio portions are spoken by a native speaker. The game covers 90 common French words in all and has ten different types of games that can be unlocked as the child progresses.
Kid’s French Android/KINDLE Apps
First Words All-in-One Learning features puzzle games that basic vocabulary skills for children aged 2 to 5 through matching, sorting, and identification games. The lessons are available in French, English, and Spanish and come highly reviewed. The app is brightly colored and entertaining enough to hold young children’s attention for hours.
For more French learning resources kids, check out our post on French games for kids and adults, or learn French lessons for kids online to further expand on your options for helping children develop an early education and passion for the French language.
This post was last updated on July 20, 2021.
