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  • The ultimate reading device for kids – Includes 6 months of Amazon Kids+, a kid-friendly cover, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee — up to a $242 value.
  • Our fastest, thinnest Kindle Paperwhite Kids ever – Ready, set, read on the next-generation 7” Paperwhite display with higher contrast ratio and 25% faster page turns.
  • Includes 6 months of Amazon Kids+, a subscription designed for kids aged 3-12, providing unlimited access to thousands of age-appropriate books. After 6 months, your subscription will automatically renew every month starting at just $5.99/month plus applicable tax. You may cancel at any time by visiting the Amazon Parent Dashboard or contacting Customer Service.
  • Stay in the story – Designed to keep kids focused on reading with no notifications, apps, videos, or games.
  • Waterproof – Kids can bring their stories to the pool, the beach, or anywhere in between.
  • Read anytime, anywhere – The adjustable warm light and glare-free display lets kids read comfortably indoors and out, day or night.
  • Easy-to-use parental controls – The Parent Dashboard allows you to add books from your account to your kid's library, view reading progress, adjust age filters, set a device bedtime, and more.

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A whole new world
of reading awaits

They’ll soon be lifelong readers thanks to the next-generation
7” Paperwhite display, up to 12 weeks of battery life, and an included 6-month subscription to Amazon Kids+.

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An immersive reading experience

With 25% faster page turns, kids can breeze
through chapters and their library faster than ever.

A massive library
of kid-friendly fun

Enjoy 6 months of Amazon Kids+. From timeless reads like Artemis Fowl and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, to popular series like Harry Potter and Big Nate, get unlimited access to a library of curated content for kids of all ages, thousands of books, and hundreds of audiobooks. With an extensive library of age-appropriate books included, kids are empowered to discover new titles, authors, and read for longer.

Learn how to add additional books to your child's profile.

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Get comfy — read
easily in any light

Adjust the glare-free display from white to amber lighting
to allow for comfortable reading indoors and outdoors, day
and night. Plus, set a bedtime for each child profile on the
Parent Dashboard.

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Splash-proof protection

The thin, waterproof design goes wherever kids go. Read by the pool, on the beach, and anywhere in between. Learn more about our waterproof features.

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Peace of mind
for parents

Parents are always in charge — even from a distance. With our easy-to-use app, parents can set time limits, educational goals, and manage content for up to 4 child profiles. Learn more about Parent Dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

1: What is the Parent Dashboard?

Parent Dashboard allows parents to get the most out of Kindle Paperwhite Kids. Access parental controls to review your child’s reading activity, see specific titles to learn more
about what books your child is enjoying, adjust age filters, and more. Download the app here.

2: What books are available with Amazon Kids+?

Amazon Kids+ includes the complete Harry Potter series, and the first book from other popular
series such as Artemis Fowl. We are always adding more content to the Amazon Kids+ library, including these top titles and recently added books. Kids can explore the catalog by searching
for specific titles and authors, or browse by themes such as Popular Books, New Books, and more.

3: How can I access even more books?

Amazon Kids+ provides access to books over a range of reading levels, and automatically filters out what your child sees based on their age. To see a wider selection of titles, go to Parent Dashboard to adjust the age filter in your child's profile setting. Parents can also purchase additional titles from the Kindle Store, and add them to their child's profile via Parent Dashboard.

4. How is Kindle Paperwhite Kids different from
a tablet?

Kindle Paperwhite Kids is purpose-built for reading, with a black and white glare-free display and up to 12 weeks of battery life. It performs differently than a tablet, because it's geared for reading books – no games, no ads, no videos, no distractions.

5: Will my kid see ads while using this device?

Kindle Paperwhite Kids is automatically set up for your kid to enjoy an ad-free experience. However,
if you exit Amazon Kids using a passcode, sponsored screensavers will be displayed on the device's lockscreen. Learn More About Ads On Kindle and Fire Tablet.

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Display type 6" glare-free 7" glare-free 6" glare-free 7" glare-free
Resolution 300 ppi 300 ppi 300 ppi 300 ppi
Storage 16 GB 16 GB 16 GB 16 GB
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Color Black Kindle with Space Whale, Ocean Explorer, or Unicorn Valley cover Black Kindle with Starfish, Cyber City, or Diary of a Wimpy Kid cover Black and Matcha Black, Raspberry, and Jade

Technical details

Kindle Paperwhite Kids

Kindle Paperwhite Kids

Display

Amazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.

Size

5.2” x 7” x 0.5” (132.2 x 178 x 13.2 mm)

Weight

11.6oz (329g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.

System Requirements

None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content.

On-Device Storage

16 GB; holds thousands of books.

Cloud Storage

Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.

Battery Life

A single charge lasts up to twelve (12) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.

Charge Time

Fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.

Accessibility Features

Kindle includes the ability to adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Find out more info on Accessibility for Kindle. Certain accessibility features, including VoiceView, are not currently supported on Kindle Paperwhite Kids.

Content Formats Supported

Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). Learn more about supported file types for personal documents.

Documentation

Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide.

Warranty and Service

2-year worry-free guarantee. Use of Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use of Use and the terms found here.

Included in the Box

Kindle Paperwhite, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide.

Waterproofing

Waterproof (IPX8), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. Learn more about the waterproof Kindle Paperwhite.

Available Colors

Black Kindle with Starfish, Cyber City, or Diary of a Wimpy Kid cover

Generation

Kindle Paperwhite Kids (12th Generation) - 2024 release.

Software Security Updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Customers find the Kindle Paperwhite Kids device to be of top-notch quality, with a screen that looks like a real book, and they appreciate its lightweight design, with one customer mentioning it's their favorite thing to bring on car trips. Moreover, the device enhances reading experiences, with children reading more than they used to, and its functionality and battery life receive positive feedback. However, customers disagree on the ease of use and value for money, with some finding it easy to use while others say it's not user-friendly, and some consider it a great value while others find it awful.

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22 customers mention "Quality"22 positive0 negative

Customers praise the Kindle's top-notch quality, with one customer noting that the screen looks just like a real book.

"...The screen looks just like a real book! ✔ Super Easy to Hold – It’s not heavy, and my hands don’t get tired, even when I read a LOT!..." Read more

"...The kids section was pretty well done I was wondering how that was set up and it was just a smaller library that you give the kid permission to read..." Read more

"...The screen is great. We can change the brightness the font size and it’s just lightweight. She can carry it wherever we’ve gone on Christmas break." Read more

"...The case that came with it was a good quality and colorful! I actually don't mind it and am not in a hurry to switch it." Read more

20 customers mention "Reading ability"17 positive3 negative

Customers find that the Kindle Paperwhite enhances their reading experience, with children reading more than they used to, and one customer mentions their child reads several books repeatedly.

"...They never run out of stories to read! ✔ No Glare, No Problem! – I can read outside, in the car, or under my blanket with a flashlight...." Read more

"...loved it right out of the box and it was so easy to set up and get started reading...." Read more

"...She is loving it and has gotten her really excited about reading every day. it’s like we it’s compact the battery life is amazing...." Read more

"...It's easy to navigate and makes reading so convenient and enjoyable. This one came with a free warranty which is a plus!..." Read more

15 customers mention "Functionality"11 positive4 negative

Customers find that the Kindle Paperwhite works well, with one customer noting that the panel view performs superbly.

"...They never run out of stories to read! ✔ No Glare, No Problem! – I can read outside, in the car, or under my blanket with a flashlight...." Read more

"...The device itself is super simple and does its job without drama...." Read more

"...Otherwise it operates perfectly." Read more

"...I don't know if we just got a bad model or now. This one works much better, in fact it's basically flawleess...." Read more

12 customers mention "Battery life"12 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the Kindle's battery life, noting that it lasts a long time.

"...it’s like we it’s compact the battery life is amazing. She has read four books on it two of which were chapter and has not had to charge it yet...." Read more

"...The text is black & white which probably helps the battery life. The lighting and B&W is easy on the eyes...." Read more

"...Pleasantly surprised that the battery life is quite a bit better and the screen is just as clear...." Read more

"...Toss in the form factor, warm light and long battery, I'm a happy papa...." Read more

11 customers mention "Gift value"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the Kindle Paperwhite Kids to be a great gift for kids, with one customer noting the free kids plus service as a positive feature.

"This device is golden for our family. My daughter is way more focused on reading since we got it...." Read more

"...Great gift for kids, especially when their parents don’t want them on technology 24/7...." Read more

"...I love how we can control what he has access to and it is a fun treat for our son when we approve a book purchase for the few books not included..." Read more

"...Otherwise, it's a wonderful gift for a young person." Read more

11 customers mention "Weight"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the Kindle's lightweight design, with one mentioning it's their favorite thing to bring on car trips, while another notes it works well for traveling to Europe.

"...It’s his favorite thing to bring on car trips, and loves it for reading before bed now! If you love books, you NEED this!!..." Read more

"...It weighs almost nothing which is good for keeping my hands from getting tired when holding it...." Read more

"...We can change the brightness the font size and it’s just lightweight. She can carry it wherever we’ve gone on Christmas break." Read more

"I love how many books are available. The design of it is spot-on and portable. I would highly recommend it." Read more

18 customers mention "Ease of use"10 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the Kindle Paperwhite Kids: while some find it easy to use and set up, others report that the interface is poorly designed and lacks accessibility features.

"...I just loved it right out of the box and it was so easy to set up and get started reading...." Read more

"...You can search for books, request them, otc. It has parent controls which weren’t Intuitive for me...." Read more

"...I love that it has soft lighting features. It's easy to navigate and makes reading so convenient and enjoyable...." Read more

"...Setting it up was a bit hard for me to do it but once it has been done it works great." Read more

12 customers mention "Value for money"5 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the Kindle Paperwhite Kids' value for money, with some finding it a great value while others consider it awful.

"...As of now they are worthless as a kids kindle without being able to set up a kids account. UPDATE: Amazon sent two replacements...." Read more

"...If you love books, you NEED this!! The quality and price you cannot beat!..." Read more

"Not User Friendly. Not worth the money. Their “massive library” is a complete lie...." Read more

"...Overall it was a great purchase and well worth the money. I got it for the case and the case is very soft and the colors are popping...." Read more

I think Kindles are one of the best inventions ever and this is a great improvement!
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I think Kindles are one of the best inventions ever and this is a great improvement!
I have had the Kindle Keyboard, the first Kindle Paperwhite, and probably all other Kindle Paperwhites, and I can definitely say that this is the best one yet and the one I am happiest with. Amazon didn't post the full pictures of the case so I have included those because I think a lot of people will be interested in seeing what they look like. The cover seems to be some sort of dystopian nightmare cityscape boat ride with a fuschia felt interior. I am not a fan of fuschia and pink but this will do I guess because I like the front cover.This new version is so much quicker and speedier than the previous versions. Quicker when scrolling, quicker when searching, quicker when typing. I love it and can't go back to the previous version and I will be keeping this one.It does feel a little larger than the previous generation Kindle Paperwhite Kids which I had with the green cover. (I did like the green cover better.) I don't think this new one needed to be larger. My old cover will not fit with this new Kindle Paperwhite Kids.Sadly, still no text-to-speech, of course. I think the Assistive Reader is unbearably clunky.The last thing you need to be aware of is that there are ads and no way to get rid of them, except you can turn the personalized ads off. I didn't have ads on my previous Kindle Paperwhite Kids. I find this annoying.Happy Reading!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2025
    Color: Cyber CityVerified Purchase
    “Best. Gift. Ever!!!”

    Hi! I’m 7 years old, and I LOVE my new Kindle Paperwhite Kids! It’s like having a whole library in my hands, but way lighter than carrying all my books (which my mom says is a good thing because my backpack is already super full).

    Why It’s Awesome:

    ✔ So Many Books! – It comes with a huge library, and my kids get to pick any book they want. They never run out of stories to read!
    ✔ No Glare, No Problem! – I can read outside, in the car, or under my blanket with a flashlight. The screen looks just like a real book!
    ✔ Super Easy to Hold – It’s not heavy, and my hands don’t get tired, even when I read a LOT!
    ✔ No Distractions! – No games, no videos—just books!
    ✔ Waterproof! –

    My son feels like a real reader with his Kindle Paperwhite Kids. It’s his favorite thing to bring on car trips, and loves it for reading before bed now! If you love books, you NEED this!! The quality and price you cannot beat! The cover it came with was the perfect color scheme for him and he truly loves having it wherever we go!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
    Color: StarfishVerified Purchase
    I bought this for an adult, the case is so cute and soft I had to have it. Not sure how water resistant it actually is as I don’t want to harm it in my testing. Not my first kindle and won’t be my last but this is definitely one of my favorites. The screen is so clear I forgot to set my font and page color the way I usually do when I first set up my kindles. I just loved it right out of the box and it was so easy to set up and get started reading. It weighs almost nothing which is good for keeping my hands from getting tired when holding it. I haven’t really explored too many menus I just downloaded and imported some books and got going. I’ve had a little bit of trouble turning the pages sometimes but that might be the book itself and not the function of the kindle. Sometimes the imported library books freeze on pages so that’s on the book or something I’m doing wrong.

    Overall it was a great purchase and well worth the money. I got it for the case and the case is very soft and the colors are popping. The kids section was pretty well done I was wondering how that was set up and it was just a smaller library that you give the kid permission to read and they can just go at it and with the subscription they can read more kid friendly books included. I think you can even control that aspect with your phone or computer.

    Adult or kid as long as they can read they will be able to use and hopefully enjoy this device. Not going to promise a love of reading but when that’s all they can do on this it’s a good screen for a little reader to have
    14 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024
    Color: StarfishVerified Purchase
    my daughter asked Santa for a Kindle and he delivered and she has not put it down since we got it. She’s already read two chapter books and one picture book that was Minnie mouse. She is loving it and has gotten her really excited about reading every day. it’s like we it’s compact the battery life is amazing. She has read four books on it two of which were chapter and has not had to charge it yet. The screen is great. We can change the brightness the font size and it’s just lightweight. She can carry it wherever we’ve gone on Christmas break.
    8 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
    Color: Cyber CityVerified Purchase
    This device is golden for our family.

    My daughter is way more focused on reading since we got it. And she’s become a much better reader.

    We did have a few growing pains at first. The kids kindle is definitely meant to be a book seller. You can search for books, request them, otc. It has parent controls which weren’t Intuitive for me.

    We were able to work through technical difficulties though, and I’m really happy with our choice to buy it.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025
    Color: Cyber CityVerified Purchase
    My 8 year old son fell in love with this Kindle! He used to read for 15min per day and after switching to the kindle with customizable fonts, backlight, and text size he is reading 45min per day.

    From a parents perspective I love how we can control what he has access to and it is a fun treat for our son when we approve a book purchase for the few books not included with the kids subscription.

    Great value for the money, especially considering the Amazon kids replacement program!
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
    Color: Diary of a Wimpy KidVerified Purchase
    This is a great size for kids and gets them engaged in reading. I like that you can change the brightness and now I can read to my kids at bedtime without a light on in their bedrooms. The pages turn faster than my dry fingers can turn the pages of a paper book, and my place in the book is saved without me having to fiddle with bookmarks that fall out of regular books. The text is black & white which probably helps the battery life. The lighting and B&W is easy on the eyes. I love that the only thing they can use their Kindles for is reading. We allow our boys to read on their Kindles when they can’t fall asleep. Great gift for kids, especially when their parents don’t want them on technology 24/7. We don’t count reading on the Kindle Paperwhite towards their screen time limits. Read away, little ones!
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2024
    Color: Cyber CityVerified Purchase
    Upgraded from my kindle basic and it is even more amazing than I thought it would be! A bigger screen but not too big. It's comparable to about the size of a book.
    I love that it has soft lighting features. It's easy to navigate and makes reading so convenient and enjoyable.
    This one came with a free warranty which is a plus! If you use as an adult kindle and don't add the kids function you will still get ads! Just an FYI. I don't find ads as an inconvenience personally. They're literally only there for a second until you swipe.
    The case that came with it was a good quality and colorful! I actually don't mind it and am not in a hurry to switch it.
    26 people found this helpful
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