For many children, a thunderstorm is scary. The huge booms and crashes are loud, and though lightning is cool, if they see their parents worried, they might be scared too. Not only that but, depending on the type of television service you have, it might not be working. This is particularly true if you have satellite television, which often will go out during bad weather.

That's why having an app on your phone or tablet to let them watch cartoons or other fun shows is a great distraction. Cartoon Network is a great choice, with a lot of fun shows from which to choose. Another option, if you have a subscription or have considered it, is Disney+. Put Frozen on and soon they'll have "let go" of their fear of thunder.

Now, if your child doesn't want to watch cartoons or you have had it up to here with them dancing around and singing their favorite Disney tunes, another great way to distract them is with a book. Audible has a lot of fun books for kids, and you get two free books when you sign up for it. There's a good chance that you have at least one pair of headphones in your household, so give your child the headphones, find their favorite audiobook on Audible, and pretty soon they'll forget all about the booms and flashes outside while they listen to their stories. They'll be happy listening to their book.

Finally, what is one of the things that help kids not be so scared? It's hard to be scared when you're laughing, right? Well, we have some apps to recommend just for this occasion. There are apps that have Funny Jokes for Kids & Adults and Knock Knock Jokes. Get your whole family laughing and pretty soon everyone will forget about the storm.