We can’t deny that kids these days have become extremely attached to technology. We see grade school kids toting fancy gadgets on a daily basis, as well as toddlers who spend hours playing games or watching videos on their parents’ tablets and smartphones. If you have a technophile tot, steer him away from the roster of highly addictive (but not at all educational) games by introducing him to these free kid-friendly apps that guarantee hours of brain-boosting fun. Check out the gallery below for our top picks!

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