Kindle Paperwhite Kids Is $40 Off Right Now
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If your child has been swiping your Kindle and you’re thinking it might be time to buy them their own, the PCMag Editor’s Choice-winning Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2024) is worth a look, especially now that it’s on sale for an all-time low of $139.99 (down from $179.99), according to price trackers . This isn’t your average Kindle with a “Kids” sticker on it or a dumb screen with a clunky interface. You get the same seven-inch, 300ppi display as the adult Paperwhite , but with a kid-friendly twist: a cute, colorful Starfish or Cyber City-themed case, a two-year hassle-free warranty (they break it, Amazon replaces it), and a six-month subscription to Amazon Kids+ , which gives them access to a curated library of age-appropriate books, including Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and more. After six months, the subscription automatically renews at $5.99 per month plus tax , but can be canceled at any time.
The Paperwhite Kids screen is warmly backlit and adjustable, so it’s easy on the eyes even when reading before bed. According to this PCMag review , the interface is distraction-free (there are no games or ads) and is designed to help kids develop a reading habit without pushing them toward screen time. Battery life lasts several weeks even with daily use, and the 16GB of built-in storage is enough for books, comics, and audiobooks (it supports Audible via Bluetooth). Plus, Paperwhite Kids is IPX8 waterproof , so juice spills or poolside accidents won’t end badly. However, it’s not the cheapest e-reader for kids, and if your child doesn’t already enjoy reading, it may be overkill. But if they’ve already developed a love for books, this is a well-rounded, forward-thinking option that can grow with them.
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