Key Word Kids 1.4

Key Word Kids 1.4

Language And Learning Steps Pty.Ltd  ❘ Commercial
iOS
Latest Version
1.4
Safe to install
EXCELLENT User Rating

The Key Word Kids app serves as a comprehensive tool for supporting children’s language development, particularly focusing on enhancing their understanding of instructions through the use of Key Words. Designed for children aged 2 to 8 years with various communication challenges—including Language Disorder or Delay, Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and English language learners—it offers a structured approach to improving receptive and expressive language skills.

During gameplay, children explore diverse scenes while listening to increasingly complex sentences, retaining information, and executing instructions. The app features interactions with characters such as Steffy and James across hundreds of scenarios, along with optional text for reading comprehension. A 'level check' feature assists in determining an appropriate starting point, facilitating a tailored learning progression. Additional features include five mini-games to reinforce engagement and an expressive recordable mode enabling children to practice their speech by recording stories or instructions.

The activities employ a graded difficulty structure based on the Derbyshire Language Scheme (Masidlover, 1982), utilizing the Key Word (Information Carrying Word) approach. This method is widely adopted by speech-language therapists within the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Developed by Janet Eales and Sue Park—professionals with over three decades of experience—the app supports systematic language learning through carefully sequenced steps that gradually increase in complexity.

Following an initial level assessment via the 'Level Check,' children advance through stages focusing on specific key words—ranging from two to four in each activity—progressing toward more complex sentences at higher levels. Visual cues and varied interaction types enhance engagement, while immediate feedback and prompts support learning accuracy. The app also offers features such as error correction, clear neutral English speech, and scoring for discreet trial training.

Additional benefits include the ability to switch between audio phrases and text for reading practice, a selection of mini-games that promote attention and motivation, and visual content depicting Australian outback scenes, African safaris, farms, beaches, and homes. The app can be used independently or alongside a speech pathologist, teacher, parent, or caregiver in individual or small group settings.

  • No in-app purchases or links to social media
  • User-friendly interface
  • Accurate starting level suggestion via quick assessment
  • Supports comprehension and expressive language development
  • Record and playback expressive responses
  • Structured activities aligned with developmental stages
  • Focus on key words to build understanding (e.g., 'Wash the horse') and sentence complexity (e.g., 'Make James get the leaves...')
  • Clear visual cues aid comprehension
  • Interactive elements include tap and drag functions
  • Immediate performance feedback with prompts and error support
  • Designed with accessible neutral English speech
  • Incorporates fun rewards to motivate learners
  • Suitable for diverse learners from toddlers to older children with additional needs
  • Teaches early concepts and grammar at both word and sentence levels
  • Features unique verb animation trees for dynamic learning
  • Developed specifically for children experiencing speech and language difficulties as well as typically developing learners
  • Compatible with iPad 2, iPad 3, and iPad Mini (not compatible with original iPad)
  • Available exclusively through the Apple App Store

Overall, Key Word Kids presents a thoughtfully designed platform grounded in established therapeutic principles, aimed at fostering meaningful improvements in young children's communication skills in an engaging and accessible format.

Overview

Key Word Kids is a Commercial software in the category Education developed by Language And Learning Steps Pty.Ltd.

The latest version of Key Word Kids is 1.4, released on 06/26/2025. It was initially added to our database on 06/26/2025.

Key Word Kids runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Key Word Kids gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Educational content tailored for kids
  • Supports language learning which can enhance vocabulary
  • Interactive activities that engage children
  • Easy to navigate user interface for kids

Cons

  • Limited information about app updates and support
  • May require internet connection for full functionality
  • Potential for in-app purchases without clear disclosure
  • Limited language options depending on the version

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