Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Kids read more than an hour a day with Kindle

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Kids read more than an hour a day on average when they sit down with their Kindle.

Kindle Kids opens up a world of possibilities. Lightweight and compact, kids can take their library everywhere. The glare-free display reads like real paper. With the included Amazon Kids+ subscription, kids get unlimited access to thousands of titles to discover their favorites, and fall in love with reading.

  • Great value – Kindle Kids (2022 release) now with an upgraded high-resolution display, 2x the storage, and longer battery life. Includes a cover, 1 year of Amazon Kids+, and 2-year warranty – up to $209 value.
  • Amazon Kids+ is a subscription designed for kids aged 3-12 to safely learn, grow, and explore. On Kindle, kids can have unlimited access to thousands of books, and hundreds of audiobooks. After 1 year, your subscription will automatically renew every month starting at just $4.99/month plus applicable tax. You may cancel at any time by visiting the Amazon Parent Dashboard or contacting Customer Service.
  • Establish healthy reading habits – kids read, on average, more than an hour a day when they sit down with their Kindle.
  • Kindle Kids is purpose-built for reading (not a toy)—no apps, videos, or games.
    Now with a 300 ppi high-resolution, glare-free display for sharper text and images.
  • Adjustable front light and dark mode make reading comfortable, day and night.
  • A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 6 weeks.

Purchase Kindle Kids on Amazon today.
Kindle Kids

Kindle Kids

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