Frequently Asked Questions

Tiny Words is one of the best vocabulary apps for toddlers. It teaches children aged 1-4 interesting words they won't hear every day, like "narwhal," "xylophone," and "volcano." The app is ad-free, works offline, and was built by a dad specifically for his 2-year-old.

The best ways to help toddlers learn vocabulary are: 1) Talk to them constantly and narrate daily activities, 2) Read books together every day, 3) Use educational apps like Tiny Words for interactive learning, 4) Introduce interesting words beyond basics like "cat" and "dog," and 5) Repeat new words in different contexts over several days.

Quality screen time can support vocabulary development when used appropriately. Interactive educational apps like Tiny Words are more beneficial than passive video watching. The key is: choose ad-free educational content, keep sessions to 10-15 minutes, watch together and repeat words, and connect app learning to real-world experiences.

Most 2-year-olds know between 50-300 words, with the average around 200 words by age 2. By age 3, vocabulary typically grows to 200-1,000 words. There's a wide range of normal, and what matters most is steady progress over time.

The best educational apps for 2-year-olds include Tiny Words (vocabulary learning), Khan Academy Kids (comprehensive learning), Endless Alphabet (letter recognition), and PBS Kids Games. Look for apps that are interactive, ad-free, and designed for toddler attention spans.

Tiny Words is designed for toddlers aged 1-4 years old. The interface is simple enough for young children to use with parental guidance, and the vocabulary is appropriate for early language development.

Tiny Words offers a free tier with access to basic features. Premium features like unlimited word history and sync across devices are available with a subscription.

Tiny Words introduces children to vocabulary they won't encounter in everyday life. Through colorful images, audio pronunciation, and repetition, children learn words like 'narwhal', 'xylophone', and 'volcano' in a fun, engaging way.

Yes! Tiny Words is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works offline once installed. You can add it to your home screen and use it without an internet connection, perfect for car rides or airplane trips.

Tiny Words tracks every word your child learns. You can view their word history, see their learning streak, and share achievement cards showing their progress. It's a great way to celebrate their vocabulary growth.

Most vocabulary apps teach basic words kids already know. Tiny Words focuses on interesting, unusual words that expand their world: animals they've never seen, instruments they've never heard, and concepts that spark curiosity.

No. Tiny Words has zero ads. We believe children deserve a distraction-free learning environment. The app is supported by optional premium subscriptions.

Yes! You can add multiple child profiles to a single account. Each child has their own progress tracking and word history.

Create a free account and your progress syncs automatically. You can also use sync codes to connect devices without creating an account.

Tiny Words was built by Chris Bongers, a software engineer and dad. He created it for his 2-year-old son Quinn, who loved learning new words. When Quinn became obsessed with the app, Chris decided to share it with other families.