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If you’re like many parents I work with, you might be grappling with the decision of introducing a tablet for little kids in your household. Cue the mental images of screen-addicted toddlers, right? But what if I told you about Goally – the perfect first tablet for kids. It has only parent-approved apps and learning content that teaches life skills. There are no web browsers, no YouTube, and definitely no social media. Sound promising? Just wait until you learn about the carefully curated apps that Goally incorporates, all designed to offer a beneficial and balanced screen time. No fluff here—just actionable insights and practical advice on leveraging Goally’s tablet for little kids for the development of your child.

Co-Pilot

From my professional stand-point, I cannot emphasize enough how invaluable Goally’s Co-Pilot can be for modern parenting. It offers a personalized, structured platform by setting daily routines, tasks, and deadlines. Picturing your little one navigating through their day, independently executing tasks such as brushing teeth or tidying up, sounds like a dream, right?

tablet for little kids. 2 Goallys showing how kids can choose different backgrounds on CoPilot that changes the look of their routines. Kids can choose to have Poppy ride a skate board, a helicopter, a dump truck, etc.

With Goally you make routines and chore charts with pictures, video, audio, and timers. Kids earn points by completing routines & redeem them for rewards, time in Goally’s game center, or time watching Goally TV’s skill building videos. Goally automates bed time and getting ready in the morning as your parent CoPilot. Goally is designed to help kids build independence skills over time – they can graduate from visual schedules, to checklists, to simple reminders.

Mood Tuner

Ever find yourself attempting to navigate your kids intense emotional world, feeling just like you’re trying to solve a high-level sudoku puzzle? Believe me, you’re not alone. Luckily, Goally’s Mood Tuner is here to simplify everything. Whether your child is experiencing anxiety, joy, or a full-blown tantrum, this nifty tool provides a channel for them to express their breadth of feelings worry-free.

tablet for little kids. Goally's Mood Tuner app displayed on two Goally Devices. One shows the quiz asking which emotion the child is showing. Another shows the zones of regulation that child can select to express how they are feeling.

Kids learn which emotion each “color” represents through gamified practice. When they tap the “color” they are feeling, Pax the Penguin gives them 10+ activities to choose from. They watch a tutorial, then do the activity themselves to manage their big emotions. Set time windows to limit screen time. Choose which activities belong in which “mood.” Control everything remotely.

Rewards

Who wouldn’t appreciate a pat on the back or a gold star for a job well done? We all do, and your kids are no different. Here’s where Goally’s Rewards come in. It transforms routine chores into exciting quests, making the mundane fun. You can reward your kid with points & puzzle pieces for completing routines like bedtime, following rules, and watching video classes. They can choose between numeric points, simple stars, or one big reward.

tablet for little kids. a Goally device on a Rewards screen showing a reward chart for kids that says "Buy 1 new toy." Next to it is Goally's care team app on a smartphone displaying the reward "buy 1 new toy" from the parent's perspective. There's an edit or redeem button for the reward on the parent phone.

Kids can redeem points or stars they earned in the Rewards app for external rewards like “Park Day.” or, they can redeem game play or healthy screen time right on Goally. You can customize Goally to give kids the power to be more independent, no matter what motivates them. Create small, medium, and large rewards that kids can redeem when YOU say they can.

“The Rules” Behavior Tracker

As a professional working with kids, I find Goally’s Behavior Tracker to be a godsend for parents. It helps you unravel your child’s behavior patterns, identifies what triggers undesirable actions, and reinforces positive ones.

tablet for little kids. A smartphone displaying the Goally Care Team app on the behavior tracking apps. The app shows that parent is recording the behavior "Washing hands before dinner," which awards kids 100 points. Next to the phone is a blue Goally showing the screen that appears once the behavior is recorded, which shows kids that they just earned 100 points!

Kids can see what to do and what to avoid to get the most points throughout the day— WITHOUT you reminding them 24/7. Create & edit limitless behaviors for anything your family is working on. Record a behavior you noticed with a simple tap and create new ones within seconds. You can award, keep neutral, or take away points for each behavior. You can even send reports to therapists or teachers to help them improve strategies for your kid!

AAC Talker

Communication is at the heart of human interaction. Yet for some children, especially those who are non-verbal, expressing thoughts and feelings can be challenging. Cue in, Goally’s AAC Talker – your child’s voice through visual aids.

tablet for little kids. A Blue Goally tablet on the AAC talker app home screen

Goally talks out loud and gives kids more opportunities to imitate words. You can add new words and model where to find them from the Goally parent app. Goally has a dedicated device for your kids so they always feel empowered to communicate.

Goal Mine

Let me introduce you to Goally’s Goal Mine. It’s a brilliant tool on a simple-to-use tablet that I’ve had the chance to explore with the kids I work with. This feature offers video classes chock-full of life skills for your little ones to learn. But what really lights my eyes up is how once your kid grabs hold of a new skill, they get to practice it in their daily activities.

tablet for little kids. Goal Mine on a blue Goally tablet showing a lesson for "learning how to raise your hand when in class."

Goally’s apps & dedicated tablet are designed to help kids build independence & learn skills. Every video class on Goally delivers nothing but educational content. Puffy the Penguin motivates kids with fun prompts and points in every Goal mine lesson. Mid-lesson practice reinforces learning. Parents create time limits, filter videos, and even set points for completed lessons from the Parent app. Parents are always in control with Goally.

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A young child demonstrates brushing teeth on the best tablet for kids by Goally, highlighting a kid-friendly interface.

In our ever-evolving digital world, the question isn’t whether to introduce a tablet to our kids, but rather which tablet to choose. And in my professional opinion, Goally’s tablet with its suite of savvy apps is the undisputed frontrunner. We’ve journeyed through Goally’s Co-Pilot, Mood Tuner, Rewards, Goal Mine, Behavior Tracker, and AAC Talker, each feature designed to nurture, empower, and communicate with the little ones. By converging education, skill acquisition, routines, and emotional expression into a single platform, Goally does something phenomenal – it makes technology an ally in your child’s growth. So, parents, if you’re seeking a learning tool that is engaging, encouraging, and enriching, Goally’s tablet is your ultimate answer!


FAQ’s About Tablet for Little Kids | Goally

What is the Goally's tablet for little kids?
The Goally's tablet is a kid-friendly device featuring educational apps and tools designed to help children grow, learn new skills, and regulate their emotions.

What can children learn from using Goally's tablet?
Children can learn vital life skills, emotional regulation, task organisation, and communication through interactive apps and features on Goally's tablet.

How does Goally's tablet help with emotional regulation for kids?
Goally's Mood Tuner app allows children to express and understand their emotions better, aiding in valuable emotional regulation.

How can my child develop routines using Goally's tablet?
The Co-Pilot feature in the Goally's tablet allows children to establish and follow daily routines, fostering independence.

Is Goally's tablet a good tool for children with neurodiversity?
Yes, Goally's tablet is an excellent tool for children with neurodiversity, including non-verbal children, as it features an AAC Talker to assist with their communication needs.
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Emily is a seasoned blog writer for Goally, leveraging her extensive background in child psychology and special education to provide valuable insights and resources for parents. Her commitment to understanding and addressing the unique needs of these children, combined with her expertise in educational strategies, makes her a credible and empathetic voice for families.