By Chris Morris

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - On today’s APP-tastic and outta SITE -Alphabeast.

Learning the alphabet is always easier for kids when there’s some fun attached. Alphabeast is a flash card app that has received several awards for its clever extras, which range from playable musical instruments to spinning bow ties. It’s all wrapped together by illustrations from children’s author Chris Judge.

And for just $2, it’s a great way to get your child excited about learning.

Check out the Alphabeast app.