Pok Pok’s fun digital playroom is filled with two-dimensional “toys” that kids can bring to life through play. The possibilities for fun and learning are endless as you and your child explore an illustrated town, where cars can be moved through the streets and people and objects come to life when you tap them.

What we love: The minimalistic animations and soothing sounds bring a sense of calm as kids discover magical neighbourhoods, create drawings, make music and more. All of this makes for an experience that isn’t overstimulating (for kids or nearby parents). And because children are the ones who propel the play forward (there are no prompts, storylines or game levels encouraging them to keep going), it’s easy for them to walk away from the app when screen time is up.

Quick tip: Head to the Grown-Up area to find your kid’s artistic creations, as well as suggested open-ended questions to ask them in order to help engage with what they’re learning in the app.