Struggling to explain to your child what “5 minutes” really means?
Need a simple way to motivate kids to finish tasks on time — without stress?
Visual Timer for Kids turns time into something children can see.
As the visual timer runs, a picture is slowly revealed, helping kids understand how time passes in a calm and engaging way.
Perfect for daily routines like homework, cleaning up, brushing teeth, screen time, or quiet play.
Why Kids Love It — and Parents Trust It
● Makes abstract time concepts visual and easy to understand
● Helps children stay focused and motivated
● Reduces reminders, arguments, and time pressure
● Especially helpful for younger children and kids with ADHD
Key Features
● Visual countdown timer that reveals a picture as time passes
● 200 beautiful pictures designed for kids
● 25 background images to customize the experience
● 20 music themes including relaxing, acoustic, jazz, country, and rock
● 10 fun sound effects that play when time is up
● Add your own photos from the photo library
● Works in the background
● Notifications and alerts when the timer ends
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How does this app help kids understand time?
By showing time visually instead of just numbers, children can see how much time is left as the picture is revealed.
Is this app good for children with ADHD?
Yes. The visual progress, gentle music, and clear ending signal help improve focus and reduce overwhelm.
What can my child use this timer for?
Homework, chores, getting dressed, brushing teeth, screen time limits, reading, or quiet play.
Can I personalize the timer?
Yes. You can choose pictures, music, and even add your own photos.
Does the timer work when the app is not open?
Yes. The app works in the background and notifies you when time is up.
Is Visual Timer for Kids free?
The app is free to download and use, with optional premium features available via in-app purchase.
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Support Email: AppsForParents@gmail.com
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Privacy Policy:
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0
out of 5
1 Ratings
We’ve squashed some bugs and made performance improvements to keep things running smoothly.
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Version 1.1.8
The developer, Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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Supported Features
Dark Interface
Differentiate Without Colour Alone
Sufficient Contrast
Reduced Motion
Information
Provider
Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska
Size
112.9 MB
Category
Education
Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 13.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
Languages
English and 4 more
English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
Age Rating
4+
4+
This app has an age rating of 4+ with content restrictions. Some content may be rated higher, but access is managed by the developer through in-app controls.