In this app, children can immerse KiKANiNCHEN in a world of imaginative snippets.
Within the app, children can immerse themselves in a beautifully crafted snippet world. They embark on exciting exploration adventures with Kikaninchen—designing paper-cut animals on the farm, inventing and testing adventurous vehicles, or watching their favorite episodes from the KiKANiNCHEN TV program.
This app is not designed as a typical game but as a versatile toy and companion: the focus is on playful exploration and experimentation, stimulating and enjoyable activities free from time pressure, plus creative design and music making. It grows with your child, and your child grows with it—without ads or content that could frighten or overwhelm preschoolers.
The KiKANiNCHEN app is tailored for first-time app users, matching the developmental stage and needs of young children new to digital media. Developed in close collaboration with media educators, it offers a safe space where children can gain early app experience. The app’s text-free, intuitive controls are ideal for preschoolers aged three and older.
There’s so much to explore:
- 4 engaging games,
- 6 mini-games,
- age-appropriate and regularly updated video content from the public broadcasters ARD, ZDF, and KiKA,
- beautifully diverse worlds: underwater, in space, in the forest, on a treasure island, aboard a pirate ship, and more.
App features include:
- multi-sensory controls using touch, blowing, clapping, shaking, and singing,
- completely free—no in-app purchases or advertising,
- video download option for offline viewing,
- personalization settings,
- birthday surprises,
- daily and seasonal updates,
- creation of up to five individual profiles,
- child-safe timer for managing screen time,
- and a secure parents’ area with multiple configuration options.
Educational approach:
The KiKANiNCHEN app is designed to meet preschoolers where they are in their individual development. It supports them without being overwhelming, focusing on the following key areas:
- Fostering creativity through exploration, experimentation, and design,
- Playing and having fun without pressure or time limits,
- Building confidence through independent action,
- Developing media literacy,
- Strengthening attention and concentration.
Support:
KiKA is committed to continuously improving the KiKANiNCHEN app—both in content and technology. Your feedback—praise, suggestions, problem reports—is highly valued and helps us enhance the app.
The KiKA team welcomes your comments sent to [email protected]. Please note that support is not available via app store reviews.
About KiKA:
KiKA is a joint public broadcasting program by ARD and ZDF, designed for young viewers aged 3 to 13.
Under the brand “KiKANiNCHEN”, the children’s channel from ARD and ZDF
offers the finest preschool content from ARD, ZDF, and KiKA every week. “KiKANiNCHEN” is the go‑to choice for three- to six‑year‑olds, delivering stories and songs that are both entertaining and suitable for their developmental stage.
www.kikaninchen.de
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www.kika.de/parents
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