The Education App for Kindergarteners
That Makes Learning Feel Like Play
The Education App for Kindergarteners That Makes Learning Feel Like Play
ABCmouse 2 helps children strengthen foundational literacy, math, and problem-solving skills through engaging, research-backed activities.
ABCmouse 2 helps children strengthen foundational literacy, math, and problem-solving skills through engaging, research-backed activities.
Kindergarten is a transformative time in a child’s development. This is when foundational skills in reading, writing, and math start to click, making it an ideal time to reinforce and expand early learning experiences.
ABCmouse 2 offers an educational experience designed specifically for this age group (ages 5 to 6), combining deeply engaging play-based learning with proven academic growth across key skill areas.
The Benefits of Educational Apps for Kindergarteners
As children enter kindergarten, their brains are ready for more complex tasks. They begin reading simple sentences, solving math problems, asking “why?” questions, and expressing themselves more clearly.
Interactive educational apps can tap into kindergartners’ growing skills and curiosity and enhance their learning through play-based activities.
According to a 2024 article published in the research journal Children, “By integrating educational content with game mechanics, these apps can make learning more enjoyable and effective, leading to better retention and understanding of complex concepts.”
How ABCmouse Supports Kindergarten Readiness:
- Builds reading fluency through phonics, decoding, and comprehension games
- Strengthens early math skills including counting, comparing numbers, patterns, and simple equations
- Encourages inquiry through science games and experiments
- Introduces geography, maps, community helpers, and history concepts
- Sparks creativity through music, coloring, storytelling, and interactive art projects
- Supports executive function with goal-setting, memory, and sequencing challenges
What Do Kindergartners Learn with ABCmouse 2?
Reading
ABCmouse 2 grows the following skills with play-based games and puzzles, engaging songs and books, animated lessons, and more.
- Phonemic awareness (language sounds): songs, poetry, word families
- Alphabet: uppercase and lowercase letters
- Phonics/spelling: long vowels, word families
- Vocabulary: colors, shapes, animals, weather, opposites
- Parts of speech and punctuation
- Fluency: high-frequency words
- Literature: fairy tales, folk tales, fun fiction, informational text, beginning readers
- Comprehension: story events
- Writing: Tracing and writing letters, numbers, and high-frequency words
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ABCmouse 2 uses a standards-aligned curriculum with Learning Paths that introduce and reinforce critical literacy skills
Math
The following activities support kindergarteners in developing foundational math skills, critical thinking, and problem solving.
- Counting & cardinality: 1-100
- Reading & writing numbers: 1-20
- Skip counting
- Addition and subtraction within 10
- Comparisons: more and less (large quantities)
- Operations: addition and subtraction within 10
- Recognize and trace 2D shapes: circle, square, rectangle, triangle
- Measurement: comparison vocabulary, time (hours, days, months)
- The name and value of coins
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Learning Paths guide children through increasingly complex math topics, using games, puzzles, and visual representations to help children understand math concepts in real-world contexts
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ABCmouse 2 uses a standards-aligned curriculum with Learning Paths that introduce and reinforce critical literacy skills
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Learning Paths guide children through increasingly complex math topics, using games, puzzles, and visual representations to help children understand math concepts in real-world contexts
Science & STEM
Kindergarteners learn about life science, physical science, and scientific thinking through games, animations, and exploration zones like the Safari, Zoo, and Aquarium:
- Family: relationships
- Community: community helpers and their tools, national and cultural holidays
- Biology: plants and plant growth, animal groups
- Health: body parts, hygiene, healthy habits, nutrition
- Earth Science: weather, seasons
- SEL: Cultural Awarenss
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ABCmouse 2 offers immersive science experiences that tap into children’s natural curiosity and build foundational STEM thinking.
Art & Music
Art activities are not just about creativity, as they also help build fine motor skills, visual literacy, and self-expression. With ABCmouse 2 kindergarteners can:
- Art projects: build fine motor skills and design sensibilities
- Music experiences: rhythm, melody, and instruments (Bot Beats combines coding with music)
- Activities: color, paint, and create (often tied into academic themes for cross-curricular learning)
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Exploring art and music is not only fun but also essential for developing the creative thinking and executive function that support success across all academic subjects.
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ABCmouse 2 offers immersive science experiences that tap into children’s natural curiosity and build foundational STEM thinking.
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Exploring art and music is not only fun but also essential for developing the creative thinking and executive function that support success across all academic subjects.
Safe, Educational Screen Time for Kindergarteners
ABCmouse 2 gives families peace of mind by ensuring every moment on-screen is developmentally meaningful.
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Safe, Ad-Free Environment
Free from third-party ads, ABCmouse 2 keeps children focused on learning with no risk of exposure to inappropriate content.
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Guided, Purposeful Play
Each activity is intentionally designed to support academic growth, life skills, and school readiness.
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Parent Portal Access
Caregivers can track progress, see recently played activities, and understand what skills their child is working on.
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Age-Appropriate Experiences
With visual cues, audio guidance, and adaptive feedback, ABCmouse 2 empowers young learners to explore independently.
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Research-Backed and Expert-Designed
Designed by early learning experts, ABCmouse 2 has been shown to double learning gains with consistent use.*
*Randomized control trial conducted by Age of Learning. PreK children used ABCmouse for at least 2 days/week and for at least 1 hour per week. See aofl.com/research for more info.
Why ABCmouse 2 Stands Out Among Educational Apps for Kindergarteners
ABCmouse 2 delivers hundreds of activities designed to support the full kindergarten curriculum through play. The Premium version of the app includes over 13,000 educational activities for children ages 2–8.
For an in-depth comparison of ABCmouse 2 to other educational apps, read our article ABCmouse vs. Other Early Learning Apps.
ABCmouse 2 fuels learning with fun for kids ages 5-6:
- Interactive games and puzzles that build literacy, math, and logic
- Easy navigation and spoken instructions for independent learning
- Tap-to-hear features and audio support for pre- and early readers
- Progress rewards that celebrate milestones and persistence
ABCmouse 2 helps children grow across multiple domains:
- Literacy: Phonics, sight words, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension
- Math: Addition/subtraction, patterns, measurement, and shape recognition
- Science: Plants, animals, weather, forces, and problem-solving
- Social Studies: Geography, communities, citizenship, maps, and holidays
- Art & Music: Create music, color, draw, and build creative expression
- Life Skills: Focus, perseverance, caretaking (via Zoo, Aquarium, Safari), and healthy routines
ABCmouse 2 is trusted by families:
- Safe and free from third-party ads
- Backed by research and proven to accelerate academic growth
- Created by child development and education experts
- Available on phones, tablets, and desktops
ABCmouse 2 Supports Independence and Confidence:
- Activities encourage kids to try, make mistakes, and try again
- Progress tracking and celebration moments keep learners motivated
- Open-ended activities promote independent exploration and decision-making
Key Features Kindergarteners (and Parents) Love
Interactive Reading
Interactive Reading
Early readers, phonics, tap-to-read stories
Math Games
Math Games
Solve equations, compare quantities, identify patterns
Creative Play
Creative Play
Draw, paint, create music, decorate habitats
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Learn about plants, animals, weather, and nature
Parent Dashboard
Parent Dashboard
View progress and celebrate milestones
What Parents Say About ABCmouse:
“ABCmouse helped my son learn how to read. We had done flash cards, we had done all the typical stuff and it just wasn’t working. He started ABCmouse and within a week he was reading words.” *
—Nagila C., mother of a 5-year-old boy
* Our research shows ABCmouse significantly increases critical reading and math skills with as little as 45 minutes per week of regular usage. Go to https://ageoflearning.com/research/ for more information.
“ABCmouse has become our number one go-to for an educational purpose. Mackenzie can play the task multiple times without getting stuck. I love that the kids can each have their own profile. It means that they get their individual progress shown and they can choose which activities they want.“
—Jess, Mom of a 10-year-old boy, 8-year-old boy, and 6-year-old girl
“ABCmouse has really helped her to take charge and be in control—and I like that. I think it’s going to help prepare her for kindergarten.”
—Toni M., Mother of 3-year-old daughter
“ABCmouse is such a good resource. I knew it was strong in reading, but I’ve seen just as much growth in math and numbers.“
—Megan H.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ About Educational Apps for Kindergarteners)
Is ABCmouse 2 appropriate for my 5- or 6-year-old?
Yes! ABCmouse 2 is designed specifically for children ages 2–8, with activities that adapt to a kindergartener’s skill level and learning pace.
What skills will my child learn in kindergarten with ABCmouse 2?
They’ll build reading, math, science, social studies, and art skills aligned with kindergarten standards—plus life skills like focus, perseverance, and healthy routines.
Is ABCmouse 2 really free?
ABCmouse 2 Basic is completely free to use, offering daily access to new learning activities. You can upgrade to Premium for unlimited content and personalized learning paths.
How is ABCmouse 2 different from ABCmouse?
ABCmouse 2 offers an upgraded experience with improved visuals, faster performance, personalized learning paths, coding and STEM activities, life science exploration, and enhanced tech—while keeping the trusted curriculum families love.
Does ABCmouse 2 align with what my child is learning in school?
Yes! The curriculum is standards-aligned and built by educators to support and extend what children are learning in kindergarten classrooms.
Is ABCmouse 2 effective for kindergarten readiness?
Yes, ABCmouse 2 builds essential pre-reading, math, and problem-solving skills that prepare preschoolers for kindergarten. Its structured learning paths and rewards system aim to help children develop focus, persistence, and a love of learning.
