Take advantage of your kids’ urge to swipe your phone with these new downloads tailor-made to help them get — and stay — healthy.
—For improved asthma control
WIZDY PETS
Kids play games and earn badges to help a dragon manage his asthma so he can blow fire and defeat the mean ol’ smog monster. All the while, they learn to look for potential triggers, master proper inhaler technique, and more. $1, iOS and Android
—For a calmer kid
MEDITATION STUDIO, by Gaiam
This super-accessible app is a great tool for families looking to introduce meditation to their kids. Many of the meditations are quick and easy, perfect for the shortest of attention spans. And there are even special collections just for kids, teens, and moms. $3, iOS
—For getting the wiggles out
SWORKIT KIDS
Hopping on one foot, walking a tightrope, and crawling like a crab are just a few of the kid-specific workouts packed in this app. Children select how much time they have (between 5 and 60 minutes) and a get-active suggestion pops up. Then they exercise along to a video demonstrated by kids.
Free, iOS and Android
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