This is our 2nd Kid's Kindle, with our older son using the earlier generation Kid's Edition. I ranked battery life at 4 because of my experience with that older edition needing more frequent charges (it still lasts several days, just not as long as it used to). Compared to the earlier edition, this one has the LED front lighting similar to the old Paperwhite, now standard on even the basic model. The reason I list this as a good deal is that this is essentially a basic Kindle, but it comes with a magnetic closing case and it is not ad supported, a feature that costs $20 to remove from the standard version. To pay for those features in the adult version will be more expensive than this package.
I was on the fence about Kindle Freetime, but with the free 1 year subscription, why not try it out. It turns out my boys really enjoy the service and use it frequently, enough so that I’ll probably renew it at the end of the year. The big downside is that a parent password is required every time they exit Freetime, and they must exit Freetime whenever they want to read anything else, such as digital resources that are purchased or checked out from the library. This feature is to protect kids from accessing inappropriate content, but it also means they can’t access anything else. Honestly, of all the places and devices kids might view inappropriate content, a basic eReader is among the least of my worries. My simple solution was to give the kids the password so that they can switch back and forth at will, but not everyone will prefer this solution.
Know what you are getting, this is a basic, black and white eReader. No frills, no excitement, no games, no videos, no backlight (but it does have front lighting), no glare, and this is all by design. If you want a Kindle that can play videos and games and has color, get the Fire should be cheaper anyway, or get the App which is free. We have plenty of devices that can do those other things, we want our boys to have a distraction free way to read digital content, the same reason I also read digital content on a Kindle. The main downside that I have found is that some graphic novels and comics do not work on this device, while they would work on other Kindle platforms such as the Fire or the App.
A final note, our local library provides us access to a huge selection of compatible Kids content. Between that and freetime, I never really need to buy books for the kids. This has been especially good during the Pandemic, while the physical library has been less accessible.
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It's reading time, not screen time.
Ideal for both beginner and experienced chapter book readers, Kindle Kids is designed just for reading, which means no distractions from apps, videos or games.
The bundle includes a colorful cover, 1 year of Amazon Kids+, and a 2-year worry free guarantee - up to a $199 value.
Kid tested, parent approved
Set educational goals and manage content with easy-to-use parental controls. With Parent Dashboard, you can adjust age filters, add books to your child's library, view reading progress, and set a Bedtime for each child profile.
And because Kindle Kids is designed only for reading, in Amazon Kids, kids do not have access to the Internet or social media.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: What is the Parent Dashboard?
Parent Dashboard allows parents to get the most out of Kindle Kids. You can adjust age filters, add books to your child's library, set daily reading goals, view your child's reading progress, and more.
2: What books are available in Amazon Kids+?
Amazon Kids+ includes the complete Harry Potter series, and the first book from other popular series such as Artemis Fowl. We are always adding more content to the Amazon Kids+ library, including these top titles and recently added books. Kids can explore the catalog by searching for specific titles and authors, or browse by themes such as Popular Books, New Books, and more.
3: How can I access even more Books?
Amazon Kids+ provides access to books over a range of reading levels, and automatically filters out what your child sees based on their age. To see a wider selection of titles, go to Parent Dashboard to adjust the age filter in your child's profile setting. Parents can also purchase additional titles from the Kindle Store, and add them to their child's profile via Parent Dashboard.
4. How is Kindle Kids different from a tablet?
Kindle Kids is purpose built for reading, with a black & white glare-free display and weeks of battery life. It performs differently than a tablet, because it's geared for reading books – no games, ads or videos means zero distractions.
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| Price | From: $119.99 | From: $159.99 | From: $99.99 | From: $139.99 |
| Ratings | (978) | (3,106) | (17,587) | (53,353) |
| Display Size | 6" glare-free | 6.8" glare-free | 6" glare-free | 6.8" glare-free |
| Storage | 16 GB | 8 GB or 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB or 16 GB |
| Resolution | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi |
| Front light | 4 LEDs | 17 LEDs | 4 LEDs | 17 LEDs |
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| Wifi Connectivity | Wifi | Wifi | Wifi | Wifi |
| Color | Black Kindle with Space Whale, Ocean Explorer, or Unicorn Valley Cover | Black Kindle with Black, Emerald Forest, or Robot Dreams Cover | Black or Denim | Black |
| Warranty | 2-year worry-free guarantee | 2-year worry-free guarantee | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
Technical Details
Kindle Kids
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Display |
Amazon's 6” display technology with next generation e-paper and built-in light, 167 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
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Size |
6.4” x 4.7” x 0.5” (162 x 119 x 14 mm). |
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Weight |
10.2 oz (288g); Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
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System Requirements |
None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
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On-Device Storage |
8 GB; holds over a thousand Amazon Kids+ (FreeTime Unlimited) books. |
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Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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Battery Life |
A single charge lasts up to four (4) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless and Bluetooth off and the light setting at 13. Battery life will vary based on light settings, wireless usage. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life. |
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Charge Time |
Fully charges in approximately 4 hours from a 5W power adapter or computer via USB cable. |
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Wi-Fi Connectivity |
Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b, g, or n standards with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). |
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Accessibility Features |
Kindle includes the ability to adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Click here for more info on Accessibility for Kindle. Certain accessibility features, including VoiceView, are not currently supported on Kindle Kids. |
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Content Formats Supported |
Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP through conversion; Audible (coming soon) audio format (AAX). |
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Documentation |
Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
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Subscription |
Includes 1 year of Amazon Kids+ for new subscribers. Click here to find out more about Amazon Kids+ (FreeTime Unlimited). |
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Warranty and Service |
2-year worry-free guarantee. Use of Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and the terms found here. |
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Included in the Box |
Kindle, cover, USB 2.0 charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
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Age range |
Ages 7 and up. |
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Generation |
Kindle 10th Generation - 2019 release. |
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Colors |
Black Kindle with Pink/Blue/Rainbow Birds/Space Station cover. |
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Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
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Fantastic, As Long As You Recognize It's Not Supposed to Be a Tablet
We want to begin this review by stating something simple, something that should be patently obvious: This is an e-reader. This is NOT a tablet or iPad. This is for READING. This is not for games or watching YouTube. This is a beautiful device that does exactly what it's supposed to do: allow your child to read.Ok. Soapbox has been stowed.We really like this device. For several years, way back when e-readers were first coming out, we extensively used a competitor's brand. We enjoyed that perfectly fine. You can totally see the evolution of e-readers with this, particularly with respect to being kid (and parent)-friendly. It only has the one button (and again, don't come into this expecting a touch screen, because #notatablet), and it turns itself on and off. It starts up super-fast and picks right back up with where your child left off reading. It is backlit, which is something our device-accustomed eyes will need to adjust to.The cover is brilliant. Physically, it has magnets on front and back and holds itself open nicely. We got the version with the rainbow birds, and they are well done. Each bird has its own character and expression. The inside is purple, so it doesn't scream "boy" or "girl," if you're using this with a brother and sister (as we do in our household),As a parent, I love this, because I don't have to worry that my kids are reading something I don't want them reading. I can see what they're doing and for how long. And if I ever feel bored myself (if only), I can use my PIN and exit the kid mode. At this point, it becomes a "regular" Kindle and I can read what I want to read.There are different programs to use for reading (e.g. GoodReads) and apparently you can borrow books, although I haven't had a chance to play with that much. There is even an experimental browser you can use, although I hate to cross those streams. Downloads are fast (we did a Wimpy Kid book in about 15 seconds), and the batter life is pretty insane. If you or your child is reading anything with a comic frame, double-clicking on it will expand it so you can see better.I've been fighting with my daughter this school year to read, although that's absurd because her reading level is off the charts. She seems to like this a whole lot. I guess it's "cooler" to read this way than the ancient way with an actual book in her hand. I don't much care, as long as she's reading.
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