# BetterKids
> Guided daily learning for preschool children ages 3-4, with short lessons, visible progress, and parent reports. BetterKids also provides stories, games, and practical tools for families and teachers.

Optional: [Full documentation](https://betterkid.app/llms-full.txt)

## About
BetterKids is an all-in-one learning platform that combines:
- A structured 30-lesson preschool path for ages 3-4
- Short daily activities, stars, streaks, and age-appropriate rewards
- Parent-facing weekly progress reports
- AI-generated personalized stories for children
- Math Battle: interactive math games with 5 difficulty levels
- Code Monkey: 15 block-coding challenges across 3 worlds (Jungle, Ocean, Space)
- Nature Explorer: 46 animals across 5 habitats, with time-of-day scenes, narrated stories, daily quests and badges (Vietnamese and English narration)
- School Update Analysis (web dashboard): AI-powered analysis of school photos/screenshots
- Child profiles with progress tracking and real streak system
- Free SEO tools for parents and teachers

## Target Audience
- Parents of preschool children ages 3-4 (primary audience)
- Families with children ages 2-12 using the broader stories, games, and tools
- Vietnamese and English-speaking families
- Parents who want to supplement school learning at home
- Teachers looking for free educational tools

## Pricing
- Free: 1 child profile, 20 school analyses/month, basic games
- Premium monthly: ₫199,000/month
- Premium yearly: ₫1,999,000/year
- Web checkout is securely processed by Lemon Squeezy

## Key Features

### Slow Stories (Interactive Reading)
Curated Vietnamese stories for ages 2-6 with vocabulary lessons, habit building, and emotion management. Plus unlimited AI-generated stories on any topic.

### Math Battle
5-level math game with adaptive difficulty: addition, subtraction, multiplication. Real-time scoring, streak tracking, and XP system.

### Code Monkey (Block Coding)
15 visual programming challenges teaching kids computational thinking. 3 themed worlds: Jungle, Ocean, Space. Drag-and-drop block coding interface.

### Nature Explorer
Children explore 5 habitats (Savanna, Village Pond, Rainforest free; Ocean and Polar Lands Premium). Each scene changes at dawn, day, dusk and night. Tapping an animal reads its name and a fact aloud in Vietnamese, English or both. Three daily quests (Easy, Hard, Super) earn bronze, silver and gold badges. Every species has a public page at https://betterkid.app/animals.

### School Update AI Analysis (web dashboard)
Upload photos of school newsletters, homework, or reports. AI extracts key information and generates personalized stories, quizzes, and English sentences based on what the child is learning.

### Free Tools
- AI Story Generator: Create personalized children's stories
- Math Problem Generator: Generate age-appropriate math worksheets
- Kids Schedule Generator: Create daily routines
- Reading Quiz Generator: Make comprehension quizzes
- Parent-Teacher Email Generator: Draft communication emails
- HTML to Markdown Converter
- PDF to Markdown Converter
- School Email Summarizer

## Technical Stack
- Next.js 16, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Prisma
- NextAuth v5 for authentication
- OpenAI GPT-4o-mini for AI features
- Self-hosted on VPS with Docker/Kamal

## Links
- Homepage: https://betterkid.app
- Preschool ages 3-4: https://betterkid.app/ung-dung-hoc-cho-be-3-4-tuoi
- Blog: https://betterkid.app/blog
- Free Tools: https://betterkid.app/tools
- Stories: https://betterkid.app/stories
- Animal pages: https://betterkid.app/animals
- Math Battle: https://betterkid.app/games/math-battle
- Code Monkey: https://betterkid.app/games/code-monkey
- Pricing: https://betterkid.app/#pricing
- Privacy Policy: https://betterkid.app/privacy
- Terms of Service: https://betterkid.app/terms

## Blog Posts
- [School Email Summarizer: A Busy Parent Guide to Never Missing What Matters](https://betterkid.app/blog/school-email-summarizer-guide-for-busy-parents): Learn how AI-powered school email summarization helps busy parents quickly extract key dates, action items, and important details from lengthy school communications.
- [Free Reading Quiz Generator: Build Comprehension Skills for Any Book](https://betterkid.app/blog/reading-quiz-generator-for-kids): Create custom reading comprehension quizzes for any book or passage instantly. Our free quiz generator helps parents and teachers check understanding and build critical reading skills.
- [Parent-Teacher Email Templates: How to Write the Perfect Email to Your Child's Teacher](https://betterkid.app/blog/parent-teacher-email-templates-guide): Struggling to email your child's teacher? Use our free AI-powered email generator to create professional, warm parent-teacher emails in seconds. Templates for every situation.
- [Best Free Math Problem Generator for Kids in 2026](https://betterkid.app/blog/best-math-problem-generator-for-kids): Generate unlimited, customizable math worksheets for kids of all ages. Our free math problem generator covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and more.
- [Best Free PDF to Markdown Converter in 2026](https://betterkid.app/blog/best-free-pdf-to-markdown-converter): Convert PDF files to clean Markdown format instantly with our free online tool. No sign-up required, no file size tricks — just fast, accurate PDF to Markdown conversion.
- [Want to Teach Your Kid Coding But Don't Know Where to Start? A Parent's Guide](https://betterkid.app/blog/want-to-teach-kids-coding-where-to-start): You know nothing about coding but want your child to learn? Simple guide for parents: what age to start, what to learn, and what tools to use.
- [Trường Gửi Ảnh Bài Học Về, Bạn Không Biết Giúp Con? Đây Là Cách AI Giải Quyết](https://betterkid.app/blog/truong-gui-anh-bai-hoc-khong-biet-giup-con): Trường gửi ảnh bài học qua Zalo nhưng bạn không hiểu chương trình mới? Tìm hiểu cách AI phân tích ảnh bài học và tạo bài tập phù hợp tuổi con.
- [Trop Fatigué Pour Raconter une Histoire ? La Solution des Histoires de 3 Minutes](https://betterkid.app/blog/trop-fatigue-pour-raconter-une-histoire): Épuisé après le travail mais culpabilisé de ne pas lire d'histoires ? Découvrez le format d'histoire de 3 minutes qui développe le vocabulaire et les bonnes habitudes.
- [Too Tired for Bedtime Stories? The 3-Minute Story Solution for Busy Parents](https://betterkid.app/blog/too-tired-for-bedtime-stories): Exhausted after work but feeling guilty about skipping bedtime stories? Discover the 3-minute story format that builds vocabulary and good habits.
- [School Sends Lesson Photos and You Can't Help Your Kid? Here's How AI Solves It](https://betterkid.app/blog/school-sends-lesson-photos-cant-help): Schools share lesson photos but you don't understand the new curriculum? Learn how AI analyzes lesson content and creates age-appropriate practice for your child.
- [疲れすぎて読み聞かせができない？忙しい親のための3分ストーリー](https://betterkid.app/blog/nemuji-yomikikase-3pun): 仕事で疲れて読み聞かせができず罪悪感？語彙力と良い習慣を育てる3分ストーリーの方法をご紹介します。
- [My Kid Refuses to Study Math? 7 Ways to Turn Math Into a Game They Actually Love](https://betterkid.app/blog/my-kid-refuses-to-study-math): Does your child cry when they see math homework? Here are 7 practical, expert-backed ways to make math fun through games and everyday activities.
- [¿Tu Hijo No Quiere Estudiar Matemáticas? 7 Formas de Convertir las Mates en un Juego](https://betterkid.app/blog/mi-hijo-no-quiere-estudiar-matematicas): ¿Tu hijo llora con los deberes de matemáticas? Descubre 7 formas prácticas de hacer que las matemáticas sean divertidas a través de juegos y actividades cotidianas.
- [L'École Envoie des Photos de Cours et Vous Ne Savez Pas Aider ? Voici Comment l'IA Résout le Problème](https://betterkid.app/blog/lecole-envoie-des-photos-comment-aider): L'école partage des photos de leçons mais vous ne comprenez pas le nouveau programme ? Découvrez comment l'IA analyse le contenu et crée des exercices adaptés.
- [子どもにプログラミングを教えたいけど、何から始めればいい？親のためのガイド](https://betterkid.app/blog/kodomo-programming-hajimekata): プログラミングの知識ゼロでも大丈夫。何歳から始めるか、何を学ぶか、どのツールを使うか — 親のためのシンプルガイド。
- [子どもが算数を嫌がる？算数をゲームに変える7つの方法](https://betterkid.app/blog/kodomo-ga-sansu-wo-iyagaru): 算数の宿題を見ると泣いてしまう子ども。ゲームや日常の活動を通じて算数を楽しくする7つの実践的な方法をご紹介します。
- [Mệt Quá Không Kể Chuyện Cho Con Được? Giải Pháp Chuyện Kể 3 Phút Trước Giờ Ngủ](https://betterkid.app/blog/ke-chuyen-cho-be-truoc-khi-ngu-moi-toi): Phụ huynh bận rộn vẫn có thể kể chuyện cho con mỗi tối. Khám phá format chuyện kể 3 phút giúp bé học từ vựng và thói quen tốt trước khi ngủ.
- [너무 피곤해서 동화를 읽어줄 수 없나요? 바쁜 부모를 위한 3분 동화](https://betterkid.app/blog/jamsari-donghwa-3bun): 퇴근 후 너무 지쳐서 동화를 못 읽어주는 죄책감. 어휘력과 좋은 습관을 키우는 3분 동화 방법을 소개합니다.
- [학교에서 수업 사진을 보내는데 아이를 도와줄 수 없나요? AI가 해결합니다](https://betterkid.app/blog/hakgyo-sujin-sajin-AI): 학교에서 수업 사진을 공유하지만 새 교육과정을 이해할 수 없나요? AI가 내용을 분석하고 아이 수준에 맞는 연습문제를 만드는 방법.
- [学校から授業の写真が送られてきたけど、子どもを助けられない？AIが解決します](https://betterkid.app/blog/gakkou-shashin-tasukeru-ai): 学校が授業の写真を共有するけど新しいカリキュラムが分からない？AIが内容を分析し、お子さんに合った練習問題を作成する方法をご紹介。
- [¿Quieres Enseñar Programación a Tu Hijo Pero No Sabes Por Dónde Empezar?](https://betterkid.app/blog/ensenar-programacion-a-ninos-guia-padres): No sabes nada de programación pero quieres que tu hijo aprenda? Guía sencilla para padres: a qué edad empezar y qué herramientas usar.
- [Vous Voulez Apprendre le Code à Votre Enfant Mais Ne Savez Pas Par Où Commencer ?](https://betterkid.app/blog/enseigner-code-enfant-par-ou-commencer): Vous ne connaissez rien au code mais voulez que votre enfant apprenne ? Guide simple pour parents : à quel âge commencer et quels outils utiliser.
- [El Colegio Envía Fotos de las Lecciones y No Sabes Cómo Ayudar? Así lo Resuelve la IA](https://betterkid.app/blog/el-colegio-envia-fotos-no-puedo-ayudar): El colegio comparte fotos de lecciones pero no entiendes el nuevo currículo? Descubre cómo la IA analiza el contenido y crea ejercicios adaptados a la edad de tu hijo.
- [Muốn Dạy Con Lập Trình Nhưng Không Biết Bắt Đầu Từ Đâu? Hướng Dẫn Cho Phụ Huynh](https://betterkid.app/blog/day-con-lap-trinh-bat-dau-tu-dau): Bạn không biết gì về lập trình nhưng muốn con học coding? Hướng dẫn đơn giản cho phụ huynh: bắt đầu từ tuổi nào, học gì, và dùng công cụ nào.
- [Con Không Chịu Học Toán? 7 Cách Biến Toán Thành Trò Chơi Mà Con Mê Mẩn](https://betterkid.app/blog/con-khong-chiu-hoc-toan-lam-sao): Con bạn khóc mỗi khi phải làm bài toán? Đây là 7 cách thực tế giúp trẻ thích học toán qua trò chơi, được chuyên gia giáo dục khuyên dùng.
- [¿Muy Cansado Para Contar Cuentos? La Solución de los Cuentos de 3 Minutos](https://betterkid.app/blog/cansado-para-contar-cuentos): ¿Agotado después del trabajo pero sintiéndote culpable por no leer cuentos? Descubre el formato de cuento de 3 minutos que desarrolla vocabulario y buenos hábitos.
- [아이가 수학을 싫어해요? 수학을 게임으로 바꾸는 7가지 방법](https://betterkid.app/blog/aiga-suhakel-silheohae): 수학 숙제만 보면 우는 아이. 게임과 일상 활동으로 수학을 재미있게 만드는 7가지 실용적인 방법을 소개합니다.
- [아이에게 코딩을 가르치고 싶지만 어디서 시작해야 할지 모르겠나요? 부모 가이드](https://betterkid.app/blog/ai-coding-gareuchigi-bumo-gaideu): 코딩을 모르지만 아이가 배우길 원하시나요? 몇 살부터, 무엇을, 어떤 도구로 — 부모를 위한 간단 가이드.
- [Teaching Emotional Intelligence to Children: A Parent Guide to Raising Emotionally Smart Kids](https://betterkid.app/blog/teaching-emotional-intelligence-to-children): Learn how to develop emotional intelligence in children ages 2-12. Practical exercises, conversation starters, and daily habits that build empathy, self-regulation, and social skills.
- [Summer Learning Activities: How to Prevent the Summer Slide Without Killing the Fun](https://betterkid.app/blog/summer-learning-activities-to-prevent-slide): Keep kids learning over summer break with fun activities that prevent learning loss. Includes a weekly schedule template, reading challenges, and hands-on projects.
- [Phonics for Kids: The Complete Parent Guide to Teaching Reading with Phonics](https://betterkid.app/blog/phonics-for-kids-complete-guide): Learn how to teach phonics to children ages 3-7. Step-by-step methods, common mistakes to avoid, and free phonics activities that make learning to read fun.
- [Montessori Activities for Toddlers at Home: 25 Simple Ideas That Actually Work](https://betterkid.app/blog/montessori-activities-for-toddlers-at-home): Discover 25 practical Montessori activities you can do at home with toddlers ages 1-3. No special materials needed. Build independence, focus, and fine motor skills naturally.
- [How to Teach Kids to Read: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents (Ages 3-8)](https://betterkid.app/blog/how-to-teach-kids-to-read-step-by-step): A practical, research-backed guide to teaching your child to read at home. Covers pre-reading skills through fluency with age-appropriate milestones and activities.
- [How to Reduce Screen Time with Educational Apps: A Balanced Approach for Parents](https://betterkid.app/blog/how-to-reduce-screen-time-with-educational-apps): Learn how to manage children screen time effectively. Replace passive screen time with educational apps and activities that make technology work for your family.
- [How to Choose the Right Coding Language for Kids: A Parent Decision Guide](https://betterkid.app/blog/how-to-choose-right-coding-language-for-kids): Compare coding languages for children by age and interest. From Scratch to Python to JavaScript — find the best first programming language for your child.
- [Homework Help for Parents: 15 Strategies That Work (Without Doing It for Them)](https://betterkid.app/blog/homework-help-strategies-for-parents): Practical strategies for parents to help children with homework without taking over. Build study habits, reduce homework battles, and foster independent learning.
- [Best STEM Activities for Preschoolers: 20 Fun Experiments and Projects](https://betterkid.app/blog/best-stem-activities-for-preschoolers): Engage preschoolers with 20 hands-on STEM activities using household items. Build science, technology, engineering, and math skills through play-based learning.
- [The Benefits of Reading Aloud to Children: Why 15 Minutes a Day Changes Everything](https://betterkid.app/blog/benefits-of-reading-aloud-to-children): Discover the science-backed benefits of reading aloud to children from birth through age 12. Plus practical tips for making read-aloud time engaging and effective.
- [14 Best Educational Apps for Kids in 2026: A Parent Guide](https://betterkid.app/blog/best-educational-apps-for-kids-2026): The best educational apps for children ages 2-12 in 2026, by learning goal: Khan Academy Kids, Duolingo ABC, Prodigy, Epic!, SplashLearn and more. Features, ages and pricing compared.
- [How to Teach Kids Coding at Home: Complete 2026 Guide for Parents (No Experience Needed)](https://betterkid.app/blog/teach-kids-coding-at-home-complete-guide): Step-by-step guide for parents to teach children ages 4-12 programming at home. No coding experience required. Includes free resources, age-appropriate activities, and proven methods.
- [AI-Personalized Learning for Children: How Smart Apps Adapt to Your Child Unique Needs](https://betterkid.app/blog/ai-personalized-learning-for-children-2026): Deep dive into how AI personalization works in children educational apps. Learn how modern apps like BetterKids use artificial intelligence to create custom learning experiences for each child.
- [Screen Time for Kids: The Evidence-Based 2026 Guide Every Parent Needs](https://betterkid.app/blog/screen-time-guide-for-parents-2026): Cut through the noise about screen time. Research-backed guidelines on how much screen time is appropriate for each age, what counts as quality screen time, and how to set healthy boundaries.
- [Hướng Dẫn Giáo Dục Song Ngữ Cho Phụ Huynh Việt Nam: Dạy Con Tiếng Anh Từ Nhỏ](https://betterkid.app/blog/vietnamese-parents-guide-to-bilingual-education): Hướng dẫn toàn diện cho phụ huynh Việt Nam về giáo dục song ngữ. Phương pháp khoa học, lộ trình theo độ tuổi, và công cụ miễn phí để dạy con tiếng Anh hiệu quả tại nhà.
- [15 Proven Strategies to Make Math Fun for Kids: From Hating to Loving Numbers](https://betterkid.app/blog/making-math-fun-engaging-strategies-for-kids): Transform math from dreaded subject to favorite activity with these evidence-based, practical strategies. Includes games, real-world applications, technology tools, and tips for parents and teachers to build math confidence and enthusiasm in children of all ages.
- [How AI Is Transforming Kids Education in 2026: A Complete Guide](https://betterkid.app/blog/how-ai-is-transforming-kids-education-2026): Explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing children education in 2026. From personalized learning to instant feedback, discover the benefits, challenges, and future of AI in elementary education and beyond.
- [Best Free AI Tools for Parents and Teachers in 2026](https://betterkid.app/blog/free-ai-tools-for-parents-and-teachers-2026): Discover the top free AI-powered educational tools that help parents and teachers save time, create engaging content, and enhance children learning experiences. From story generators to math worksheets, explore tools transforming education in 2026.
- [Evidence-Based Bedtime Routines for Kids: A Complete Guide for Parents](https://betterkid.app/blog/evidence-based-bedtime-routines-for-kids): Discover science-backed bedtime routines that help children fall asleep faster, sleep better, and wake up refreshed. Includes age-specific strategies, common mistakes to avoid, and solutions for bedtime battles from toddlers to tweens.
- [How to Build a Growth Mindset in Children: Practical Strategies for Parents and Teachers](https://betterkid.app/blog/building-growth-mindset-in-children): Learn evidence-based strategies to develop growth mindset in kids. Discover the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, common mistakes parents make, and practical techniques to foster resilience, persistence, and love of learning in children of all ages.
- [10 Creative Ways to Use AI Story Generators for Kids Education](https://betterkid.app/blog/ai-story-generators-for-kids-education): Discover how AI story generators can transform learning experiences for children. Explore creative educational applications and teaching strategies that engage young minds.
- [How to Make Math Fun: Engaging Problem-Solving Activities for Elementary Students](https://betterkid.app/blog/how-to-make-math-fun-for-kids): Transform math from a dreaded subject into an exciting adventure. Discover proven strategies, games, and activities that make elementary math engaging and enjoyable for children.
- [Parent-Teacher Communication Best Practices: Building Strong Partnerships for Student Success](https://betterkid.app/blog/parent-teacher-communication-best-practices): Master the art of effective parent-teacher communication. Learn proven strategies, email templates, and best practices that strengthen collaboration and support student achievement.
- [Creating the Perfect Daily Schedule for Kids: Age-Appropriate Routines That Actually Work](https://betterkid.app/blog/creating-perfect-daily-schedule-for-kids): Learn how to create effective, balanced daily schedules for children of all ages. Discover proven routines that reduce stress, build independence, and support healthy development.
- [Why Teachers and Content Creators Need HTML to Markdown Conversion](https://betterkid.app/blog/html-to-markdown-for-teachers-and-content-creators): Discover how converting HTML to Markdown simplifies content creation, improves workflow efficiency, and makes educational materials more accessible and portable.
- [Storytelling Magic: How Parents Can Create Engaging Bedtime Stories](https://betterkid.app/blog/storytelling-tips-for-parents): Learn the art of captivating storytelling. Discover techniques, structures, and creative ideas to make bedtime stories magical, educational, and memorable for your children.

## Contact
- Website: https://betterkid.app
- Support: support@betterkid.app