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Published 01.12.2020 00:00

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Baby Einstein: Storytime

A lot or a little?

Parents need to know that Baby Einstein: Storytime is a collection of simple digital books set to a classical music background. The stories are short and kids can choose autoplay, read to me, or read on my own. There are some interactive features in the books, which may distract some kids. In a "create" area, kids can use various backgrounds and stickers to make their own scenes. According to the developer -- and in alignment with the Baby Einstein brand -- the app's target audience is babies and toddlers, but the AAP recommends prioritizing offscreen activities for kids under two years of age and using any on-screen media with kids. The free download includes one story and lots of grayed out, locked content. Parents can purchase additional storypacks individually for $.99 each, or buy all 11 of them for $9.99. The download size is large; make sure your device has enough memory. Read the developer's privacy policy for details on how your (or your kids') information is collected, used, and shared and any choices you may have in the matter, and note that privacy policies and terms of service frequently change.