15 Of The Best Science Apps For Kids

These science apps give students practical ways to explore and test scientific ideas through models, simulations, and guided play.

15 Best Science Apps for Kids (2025 Update)

These science apps give students practical ways to explore and test scientific ideas through models, simulations, and guided play.



  1. Everything Machine (Tinybop)

    Ages: 7+
    Price: Paid
    Description: Build simple “machines” from device sensors (camera, mic, light, gyro) for cause-and-effect and prototyping.



  2. 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.



  3. 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.



  4. Froggipedia

    Ages: 10+
    Price: Paid
    Description: AR exploration of frog anatomy and life cycle; a humane alternative to traditional dissection.



  5. Earth Primer

    Ages: 9+
    Price: Paid
    Description: Interactive earth-science sandbox to sculpt terrain, trigger volcanoes, and observe erosion/weathering in real time.



  6. 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.



  7. Chemist (THIX)

    Ages: 12+
    Price: Paid
    Description: Virtual chemistry lab to safely mix and observe reactions; effective for pre-lab modeling.



  8. Animal Kingdom Science for Kids

    Ages: 5–7
    Price: Paid
    Description: Early-elementary classification and simple life-science basics with collectible 3D animals.



  9. Bitsboard Pro

    Ages: All ages
    Price: Paid (one-time)
    Description: Custom science vocabulary, diagrams, and review decks with 35+ practice modes.



  10. PhET Simulations

    Ages: Elementary through college
    Price: Free
    Description: Research-based simulations across physics, chemistry, biology, and earth science; excellent for inquiry.



  11. Life by THIX

    Ages: 17+
    Price: Paid
    Description: Physiology sandbox exploring organ systems and medical interventions (best for advanced learners).



  12. Grow Garden

    Ages: 6–9
    Price: Paid
    Description: Introduction to sustainable gardening and composting through simple, hands-on play.



  13. 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.



  14. 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.

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