Okay, first—this listing is confusing because it says "Adobe Animate" but describes FlipaClip, which is a completely different app. Adobe Animate is desktop software that costs $23/month; FlipaClip is the mobile animation app described here.
Assuming we're talking about FlipaClip (which the synopsis clearly describes): this is one of the best creative apps out there. It's not edutainment masquerading as learning—it's an actual professional tool simplified for mobile. Your kid will make a lot of janky, choppy animations before they make something smooth, and that's the point. The learning curve is the feature.
The freemium model is a consideration—3 free layers is enough for simple projects but serious animators will want the upgrade. That said, the limitations teach resourcefulness too. Community features mean social media exposure, so the usual rules apply about posting and interacting online.
Bottom line: If your kid says they want to be an animator, this is the app Reddit parents recommend to 11-year-olds. It's the real deal, just on a phone instead of a $2,000 Wacom setup.



