# BrainPOP ELL — Learn English with BrainPOP!

> Animated English language learning program with leveled lessons and vocabulary building. (iPhone/iPad app by BrainPOP.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainpop-ell/id813671555 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BrainPOP](https://appshunter.io/developer/364894355)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.76/5 from 95 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 13 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-08-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainpop-ell/id813671555/reviews.md

## What is BrainPOP ELL?

BrainPOP ELL™ is a comprehensive English language learning program that uses highly engaging animated movies to model conversational English. The movies and related features are leveled, building upon each other to reinforce vocabulary and usage. New concepts are presented within everyday situations, helping to provide context. BrainPOP ELL's structure enables students to master the language in a step-by-step process, giving them the confidence they need to read and speak English. 

The app offers 18 free lessons across all skill levels, and the following upgrades are available via in-app purchase:

Level 1: Includes all 30 beginner lessons, designed for those with little or no prior English.

Level 2: Includes all 30 intermediate lessons, for those with a growing understanding of English.

Level 3: Includes all 30 advanced lessons, for those who have some mastery of English.

Full Access: Includes all 90 BrainPOP ESL lessons, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced.  

BrainPOP ELL site subscribers can log in directly from the app at no additional cost.

Terms of Use: https://www.brainpop.com/about/terms_of_use/
Privacy Policy: https://www.brainpop.com/about/privacy_policy/
User Agreement: https://www.brainpop.com/about/user_agreement/
Copyrights Notice: https://www.brainpop.com/about/trademarks/

## Key features

- Animated movies for conversational English
- Leveled lessons for vocabulary reinforcement
- Contextual learning with everyday situations
- Step-by-step language mastery
- Free introductory lessons
- In-app purchase upgrades for more content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrainPOP ELL Level 1 | $24.99 | one-time |
| BrainPOP ELL Level 2 | $24.99 | one-time |
| BrainPOP ELL Level 3 | $24.99 | one-time |
| BrainPOP ELL Full Access | $59.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainpop-ell/id813671555/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2021-04-21, version 1.0.7*

This app started crashing as soon as I try to do any activity or lesson. I emailed support and have not received a reply or any help. At $60 this is one of the most expensive apps I have and it doesn’t even work.

### 5/5 — I use this every day for ESL classes for young learners

*2021-04-16, version 1.0.7*

Are use this app so often that it has become a signature of mine when teaching ESL classes. Students really enjoy the visual imagery and also the level of vocabulary and reading comprehension that they have garnered from the exercises within this app. Best part about it, is that it’s a one time fee and no subsequent subscription fees. I highly recommend anyone who teaches English as a second language to pre-primary school kids, to get this app. 

Note: as of April 15, 2021, the app does not work with the current iOS. Here’s looking forward to a new update from the developers very soon.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2020-05-18, version 1.0.6*

I wanted to use it with my students, but it is so unstable.

### 1/5 — Brainpop ELL application has a purchase restore problem

*2020-03-06, version 1.0.5*

I made the payment of the Brainpop ELL application with an apple prepaired card.  I bought all the levels.  The application was accidentally deleted from the iped.  now all levels of Brainpop ELL are locked in my Iped.
 I was using the application without username and password.  I pressed the Restore button but the problem was not solved.  I emailed to company of Brainpop ELL 3 times, but they did not solve my problem.  I don't want to pay about 50 USD again.

### 1/5 — Update

*2020-02-16, version 1.0.5*

This app won’t create a account so I want to tell you I want to create an account I want an update to say create an account how about that?

### 1/5 — Username and password

*2019-03-17, version 1.0.4*

Why in the world do we have to use  a username and password to watch a video!!!

### 1/5 — It constantly crashes every time I open the app!!!

*2018-01-16, version 1.0.3*

It constantly crashes every time I open the app!!!

### 4/5 — Great app, but missing something

*2017-04-20, version 1.0.1*

This is a great app to use in the classroom. The kids love Moby and Ben. But it would be much better if the videos could be downloaded

### 2/5 — No Offline Mode!!!

*2016-06-14, version 1.0.1*

Useless without being able to watch videos offline. That's it.

### 3/5 — Great except when embarrassing me in class

*2016-05-24, version 1.0.1*

What a great premise and concept. I'm an English teacher and I thought I'd introduce the app to two private students. Apparently I should have tested it more completely, as only about half of a lesson sections worked properly. 

Most unusable were the audio recording portions where students can listen to some phrases, then repeat and record them and have their voices implemented immediately into a story (at least something like this, it was about two months ago).

## Frequently asked questions about BrainPOP ELL

### What does BrainPOP ELL do?

BrainPOP ELL is a program designed to help users learn English through engaging animated movies. It focuses on modeling conversational English and reinforcing vocabulary and usage through leveled lessons presented in everyday contexts.

### How does the app help users learn English?

The app uses animated movies to teach English in a step-by-step process. Lessons are leveled, building upon each other to reinforce vocabulary and usage. New concepts are introduced within everyday situations to provide context and aid comprehension.

### Is BrainPOP ELL free to use?

The app offers 18 free lessons across all skill levels. Additional content, including full levels (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3) and full access to all 90 lessons, can be unlocked through in-app purchases.

### What are the different learning levels available?

There are three main learning levels: Level 1 for beginners with little to no prior English, Level 2 for intermediate learners with a growing understanding, and Level 3 for advanced learners with some mastery. Full Access includes all lessons from all three levels.

### Can I use BrainPOP ELL if I already subscribe to the BrainPOP ELL website?

Yes, if you are a subscriber to the BrainPOP ELL website, you can log in directly from the app at no additional cost. Your existing subscription grants you access to the app's content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.11 — 2024-05-29

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.10 — 2024-05-24

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.9 — 2021-09-26

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.8 — 2021-04-21

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.7 — 2021-04-14

Minor bug fixes

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