Helpful for learners studying geology and ecology, The Earth by Tinybop lets learners discover our planet and the forces that impact it. Students can trigger earthquakes; discover fossils; make volcanoes erupt; investigate weathering, erosion, and deposition; and learn about conservation by testing clean energy, cleaning beaches, and preserving forests. Spanning millions of years, learners can explore the Earth when it was a steaming ball of boiling rock all the way to our present-day continents. The app also comes with a handbook for parents and educators full of additional facts, tips for interacting with learners while using the app, and discussion questions.

Website: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1001247878

What Users Love About the App

“We absolutely LOVE this app in our family… and I mean the whole family loves it. I originally bought it because my daughter wanted to know more about volcanoes, but we are so far past that now. She has been playing with it every day for over a month and is still discovering new layers and things that it does.”

“The Earth, along with their Plants app, is great for visual learners of all ages. I find I can absorb information so much easier when I see the principle in action. The graphics and sounds are cute and fun. Thanks, Tinybopp Team!”

“This app is a perfect example of “calm technology” that also connects my thoughts to nature and natural processes. I do enjoy it.”

“This game is very fun and enjoyable and…. I just love it.”

“Best education game ever! I don’t know what to say this is just the best education game.”

What Users Dislike About the App

“This was an extremely underwhelming app. From the pictures to the description it sounded like a really nice and unique app. However upon buying the app, actual use of it, was horrible. I would not recommend for anyone I know and strongly disagree to the idea and implements of the app.”

“There are some layout issues on the SE where things don’t fit fully on the screen. Sometimes labels are cut off so you can’t read all the text.”

“Please update the app to support the latest iOS devices, it’s a great app, hope you will consider the review and update the app for latest iOS devices.”

“In the age of earth how do you swipe to even go back in time? And the rest is to complicated.”