Are your kids back at school or college in the next couple of weeks? We've found the best apps to help make the transition from the holidays as painless as possible.
The best app to get the family organised - Cozi
Cozi is a fantastic way to keep track of what everyone is up to. You start with a group calander and separate to-do list, to which you can add events, appointments and tasks. You can assign an event or task to a member of your family, and the app then lets them know about the appointment in advance. It also has a group shopping list feature which everyone can add to. Users receive an email at the beginning of each week letting them know their commitments, so nothing gets forgotten.
The best app for homework help - Photomath
For those who find themselves hopelessly lost when confronted with their child's maths homework, Photomath is the solution. Just hold up the camera to scan the equation (or use the keyboard if you prefer), and the app will work out the answer immediately. You can then see the steps used to solve the equation, and click on each step individually to learn how to do it yourself.
The best app for saving money - Voucher Cloud
If you're looking after the pennies, Voucher Cloud is a great app to use. Just put in your location and the app finds any discounts, money off codes and offers in the area. It has offers for everything from food and drink to internet bills. You can also 'heart' your favourite merchants, and Voucher Cloud will send you an email whenever that merchant has a deal on.
The best app for essay writing - EasyBib
EasyBib uses your camera to scan the barcode of a book, and then generates the citation in seconds. You can choose the referencing style from a huge list of options, and you can email the citation to your friends straight from the app itself. If you don't fancy using the camera, you can also type in the number manually to generate a reference. Definitely worth telling your teens about.
The best app for weekday meals - Great British Chefs Cooking with Kids
If you're running out of dinner ideas, tired of hearing 'What's for tea?' or just fancy some help in the kitchen, this app might be the answer. It's got a whole load of recipes that children can help out with, a user-friendly interface with lots of photos and easy to follow instructions. The app is sponsored by Tesco, so there's also a handy shopping list creator which links directly to their online store.
The best app for revision - Quizlet
The great app allows you to create flashcards for different subjects using terms and definitions. They can then be learned by swiping through each card and flipping them over, so kids can test themselves. They can also be put into a matching game, a written test, multiple choice quiz or a true/false sorter. Quizlet boasts a clean interface and great usability - it will make memorising information a breeze.
