Guides for parents
Short how-to guides about music for young children on iPad and iPhone, written by James Harrell, who makes Jukebug.
How to keep your iPhone and your child's iPad in sync
Add a song on your iPhone and it shows up on the kids' iPad by itself. How Jukebug syncs through iCloud on one Apple Account, and how to share with family on another.
November 11, 2026
How to turn an iPad or an old iPhone into a music player for kids
Lock an iPad or a spare iPhone to one music app with Guided Access, so a young child can play their own songs and can't wander into games or videos.
November 11, 2026
What to look for in a music player app for a young child
What a 3, 4 or 5 year old needs from a music player on an iPad or iPhone, and how Jukebug handles each point.
November 11, 2026
How to let a toddler use Apple Music without your library
Three ways to give a toddler or preschooler Apple Music on an iPhone or iPad without handing over your whole library.
November 9, 2026
Have a question these don't answer? The FAQ covers Jukebug itself, or you can get Jukebug on the App Store and try it.