The content is produced at a high level, which is surprising for how much there is, and how new content appears each day (free version) and week (subscription version). OK Play guides, harnesses and develops kids' imaginations and sense of fun to build their confidence, show them how to treat others and have fun. This app is as much a toolbag of activities and ideas for parents as it is a play experience for kids.

Every OK Play story supports social and emotional learning, which is proven to help children develop skills like kindness, empathy, and resilience. Although OK Play feels more like an app aimed at parents and kids, it might still be helpful in educational settings. Teachers using it with individuals can help kids overcome emotional difficulties, or by sharing it with a class can stimulate class discussions. The age rating on the iOS store is 4+ and rated as PEGI 3, but the activities and content are suitable for younger children when supported by an adult. It aids learning through interactive storytelling and other activities using the camera and mic of your mobile device. OK Play also supports parents with ideas and guidance for helping their kids to learn both with and without the app.

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All of the activities are designed for parents and children to experience together. This is not an app that tells kids to “go away” and entertain themselves. So there is an expectation for parent participation. But the collaboration is so well communicated and fun that you’ll find this is easy, fun, and high quality time spent with your child. At OK Play, safety is our top priority; our avatars allow kids to show their unique personalities without uploading their own photos or videos.

Our interactive stories are designed to ignite imagination and give kids the power to create their own adventures. Whether it is pictures, videos, voice recordings of themselves or drawings and photos they have produced, there is rarely a moment where the player's input is not visible. It is important to note that the play activities are not all app-based either. They encourage and inspire real-world play between caregivers and kids. Some activities might have parents and children sharing the device, while others will have them both up and active.

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The majority of instructions in the app are spoken aloud, ensuring that kids who have not fully developed their literacy skills can still enjoy the app. Parents will have no difficulties using the app. The support given to them will inspire and provide them with the confidence to help their children develop.