It seems like every day we hear about a new app for kids. However with over 500,000 apps in the iTunes app store alone, how can parents and teachers find high quality apps for children? We’re busy creating them here at Polk Street Press and we know other developers are too. Here are a few places to find reviews of our apps and other great apps for kids.

Common Sense Media - Comprehensive site for parents that reviews and rates all types of media for children.

Digital Storytime - Curated by Carisa Kluver this thorough listing includes daily deals as well. Visit her blog Digital Media Diet for insightful articles about the future of children’s media.

Famigo - Quickly find apps by category and star rankings with this family friendly site. Download their Famigo Sandbox to make your Android device kid-proof.

Smart Apps for Kids - Thoughtfully organized by age ranges, this site also features a “Good Free App of the Day” to streamline your downloads.

Technology in (SPL) Education - Focused on education, this site highlights apps that are particularly well-suited to children with special needs.

Moms With Apps - Discover a whole community of family-friendly independent developers ready to entertain and educate children with their apps.