# BumperDucks

> Educational physics game about collisions and acceleration using rubber ducks. (iPhone/iPad app by Smithsonian Institution.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumperducks/id1032489603 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Smithsonian Institution](https://appshunter.io/developer/370564865)
- Category: Games, Education, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 43 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumperducks/id1032489603/reviews.md

## What is BumperDucks?

These ducks need your help! Help them reach tasty treats across the pond, but watch out for obstacles! Turtles, frogs, and logs will try and knock you off course. It isn’t easy, but pond friends are there to help! Think you’re up for the challenge? Download BumperDucks today!

From the Smithsonian Science Education Center, BumperDucks is an educational physical science game that will help teach players about what happens when two objects collide and how mass impacts the acceleration of an object.

FEATURES
- Introduces players to concepts of Newton’s Three Laws of Motion
- Players learn about what happens when two objects collide and how mass impacts acceleration by using rubber ducks and other fun objects
- For use in the classroom or at home
- Aligned to national science standards for middle school but great for players of any age
- Audio and text interplay
- Challenge levels allow players to predict how the duck will interact with objects
- Players can collect duck costumes to customize their duck to encourage progress
- Customized ducks can be printed or saved to device
- Sandbox mode allows players to build their own levels to assess their knowledge or to just have fun

## Key features

- Teaches Newton's Laws of Motion
- Explains object collisions and mass impact
- Classroom or home use
- Customizable duck costumes
- Printable/savable duck designs
- Sandbox mode for level creation

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumperducks/id1032489603/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Hangs on splash screen in iOS 10

*2018-11-11*

This game needs to be patched. It hangs with a white screen after displaying the developer logo. Tested with iOS 10 on iPad Air.

## Frequently asked questions about BumperDucks

### What are the main physics concepts taught in BumperDucks?

BumperDucks introduces players to Newton's Three Laws of Motion, focusing on what happens when two objects collide and how mass impacts an object's acceleration.

### Can BumperDucks be used in a classroom setting?

Yes, BumperDucks is designed for use in the classroom or at home and is aligned with national science standards for middle school.

### How can I customize my duck in BumperDucks?

Players can collect duck costumes to personalize their duck, which can then be printed or saved to their device.

### Does BumperDucks have a mode for creating custom levels?

Yes, BumperDucks features a sandbox mode that allows players to build their own levels to test their knowledge or simply have fun.

### What devices is BumperDucks available on?

BumperDucks is currently supported on iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for BumperDucks?

BumperDucks has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and above.

### How often is BumperDucks updated?

The latest version of BumperDucks is 1.1, which was last updated on December 29, 2015. This indicates infrequent updates.

### What is the user rating for BumperDucks?

BumperDucks has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 3 user ratings.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1 — 2015-12-29

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Various defect fixes. New app icon.

### 1.0.1 — 2015-10-06

Updated rating to aim it to target student age.

### 1.0 — 2015-09-24

No release notes.

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