10 Cheap Apps For Autistic Kids

When my daughter was diagnosed with a severe form of autism over 11 years ago, my husband and I immediately got to work on finding out different tools, devices, games, and programs that would help her. In many cases, her unique ‘brand’ of autism meant we had to adapt the available tools to her specific needs.

And that’s where this post comes in. Not only is there so much out there for autistic kids–and most of it assuming that all autistic kids are alike–we ran into another major problem: money. It’s not just that we couldn’t afford this stuff, it’s that nobody can afford it. There are seriously apps the cost over $300, mostly for the fact that they know you’ll pay it if it will help your child.

Instead, here’s a list of more economical apps, and many of them have lite editions that let you see how helpful they are before you invest in the real deal.

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I have to admit, my daughter and I haven't used this one. It basically addresses a problem she doesn't have. But from the sheer numbers of sites that offered up this app as a great benefit, I had to check it out.

As a mom of an NT child as well, I have to admit this is one of those great apps that isn't JUST for an autistic child...any kid can enjoy creating virtual photo arrays and adding voice over narration. The fact that you can use it to also create social stories, help overcome anxieties or fears, and so much more is just a bonus.