These science apps give students practical ways to explore and test scientific ideas through models, simulations, and guided play.
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Everything Machine (Tinybop)
Ages: 7+
Price: Paid
Description: Build simple “machines” from device sensors (camera, mic, light, gyro) for cause-and-effect and prototyping. -
Star Walk 2
Ages: All ages
Price: Free with in-app purchases
Description: Point at the sky to identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites; includes AR mode and time controls. Short demo. -
The Elements / The Elements in Action
Ages: 9+
Price: Paid (each)
Description: Visual periodic table and companion video app with properties, histories, and real-world applications. -
Froggipedia
Ages: 10+
Price: Paid
Description: AR exploration of frog anatomy and life cycle; a humane alternative to traditional dissection. -
Earth Primer
Ages: 9+
Price: Paid
Description: Interactive earth-science sandbox to sculpt terrain, trigger volcanoes, and observe erosion/weathering in real time. -
Living Earth Clock & Weather
Ages: All ages
Price: Free with optional upgrade
Description: Real-time 3D globe with live weather layers; useful for earth/space science context. -
Chemist (THIX)
Ages: 12+
Price: Paid
Description: Virtual chemistry lab to safely mix and observe reactions; effective for pre-lab modeling. -
Animal Kingdom Science for Kids
Ages: 5–7
Price: Paid
Description: Early-elementary classification and simple life-science basics with collectible 3D animals. -
Bitsboard Pro
Ages: All ages
Price: Paid (one-time)
Description: Custom science vocabulary, diagrams, and review decks with 35+ practice modes. -
PhET Simulations
Ages: Elementary through college
Price: Free
Description: Research-based simulations across physics, chemistry, biology, and earth science; excellent for inquiry. -
Life by THIX
Ages: 17+
Price: Paid
Description: Physiology sandbox exploring organ systems and medical interventions (best for advanced learners). -
Grow Garden
Ages: 6–9
Price: Paid
Description: Introduction to sustainable gardening and composting through simple, hands-on play. -
Solar System for Kids – Space
Ages: 6–12
Price: Free with in-app purchases
Description: Kid-friendly astronomy through short lessons, puzzles, and simple models of planets and moons. -
Universe in a Nutshell
Ages: 10+
Price: Paid
Description: Scale-of-the-universe explorer by Kurzgesagt—zoom from particles to galaxy clusters with clean visuals and explanations.
Note: Always check app privacy policies and data-sharing practices against your school’s guidelines.