Big questions deserve
little answers
Little Answers helps parents turn complex topics into simple explanations
Available now on iOS and Android.
Explain the world in three steps
We handle the complexity so you can focus on the connection
Ask any question
Type or speak any tricky question in your own language
Choose age & mode
Select the child's age (3-12) and the style of explanation
Get a clear answer
Receive a structured, kid-ready explanation instantly
Three ways to explain
Different kids need different answers. Choose what fits the moment.
Story Mode
Turns facts into a warm, cozy narrative perfect for bedtime or quiet moments.
Gentle Mode
Short, soft, and essential explanations. Great for sensitive topics.
Curious Mode
More detail and scientific context for the kid who keeps asking "Why?".
Why parents love Little Answers
Scientifically accurate
We simplify the language, not the facts. Includes notes for adults so you know the science.
Age-aware
A 3-year-old needs a different answer than a 10-year-old. We handle that nuance.
Privacy first
Your history stays locally on your device. No account required.
Multilingual
Ask in English, get an answer in English. Ask in Spanish, get Spanish. It just works.
"My 4-year-old asked where dreams come from. I froze. Little Answers gave me a beautiful, simple story about our brains 'filing memories' while we sleep. It was perfect."
"I use 'Curious Mode' in class all the time. It helps me break down big concepts like gravity without dumbing them down."
From the Blog
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How to Talk to Kids About Being Scared of the Dark (Without Dismissing Their Feelings)
Fear of the dark is one of childhood’s most common worries—and one of the easiest to accidentally mishandle. This guide helps parents respond with empathy, science, and confidence-building strategies that actually work.
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When to Say “I Don’t Know” to Your Child (and Why It Builds Trust)
Parents feel pressure to have all the answers, but sometimes the most powerful response is "I don’t know." Knowing when and how to say it can strengthen your child’s curiosity, confidence, and trust in you.
Read moreFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about using Little Answers.
Little Answers is optimized for three specific age ranges: Toddlers (3-5), Early Elementary (6-9), and Pre-Teens (10-12). Each setting adjusts the vocabulary, sentence length, and conceptual depth.
Never. It's a tool to help you connect. The app gives you the words, but you deliver them. We believe the conversation is the most important part.
We prioritize gentle, factual, and neutral language. For very sensitive topics, the app leans towards 'Gentle Mode' to ensure the explanation is safe and appropriate, giving you a foundation to add your own values.
Yes. Your question history is stored locally on your device. We don't build profiles on your children or share your personal conversations publicly.
Almost all of them! The app automatically detects the language you type in and responds in that same language. Perfect for bilingual families.