# BW Story App

> Visual communication and story tool for learning disabilities and autism support. (iPhone/iPad app by Books Beyond Words Community Interest Co.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bw-story-app/id1086463128 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Books Beyond Words Community Interest Co](https://appshunter.io/developer/1086463127)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 210 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bw-story-app/id1086463128/reviews.md

## What is BW Story App?

Picture stories to enrich the lives of the people you care about

The BW Story App is a fast and simple way to access pictures that will help enable the people you care about to explore and understand the world. It is a unique and easy to use mobile tool, which aids communication, decision making and self-exploration, to support people who find pictures easier to understand than words.

For over 25 years Beyond Words have been creating books with and for people with learning disabilities, as well as young people and adults with autism and SEMH. For the first time, the new BW Story App now gives you access 1800+ pictures and 400 scenarios (short stories) at your fingertips. For a supporter, having the best tools on hand 24/7 to aid communication and comfort the person you are supporting is invaluable.

This app is for families, carers and professionals supporting with people with learning disabilities and communication difficulties.

The BW Story App contains some sensitive material:

We recommend that children and vulnerable adults should always be supported when accessing this version of the BW Story APP. Parents, carers and supporters should look through the BW Story App before using it.

All material has been created with the advice of professionals and tested with people with intellectual/learning disabilities. Many of the more challenging and adult themes can be important for younger people but must always be approached sensitively, and with appropriate support, especially when covering subjects such as medical procedures, violence and abuse, sexuality and death and dying.

## Key features

- 1800+ pictures
- 400+ scenarios
- Aids communication
- Supports decision making
- Facilitates self-exploration
- Designed for learning disabilities

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 12 Month Subscription | $30.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bw-story-app/id1086463128/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App not working at all

*2024-02-19*

Times out when a good Wi-Fi signal at home. Won’t allow the upgrade process. A potentially useful app not working properly

## Frequently asked questions about BW Story App

### What is the BW Story App?

The BW Story App provides over 1800 pictures and 400 scenarios to help people who find visual aids easier than words to explore and understand the world. It aids communication, decision-making, and self-exploration.

### Who is the BW Story App for?

This app is designed for families, carers, and professionals who support individuals with learning disabilities and communication difficulties, including those with autism and SEMH.

### Does the BW Story App have ads?

No, the BW Story App does not contain advertisements. It is a free app with the option for in-app purchases.

### What is the age rating for the BW Story App?

The BW Story App has an age rating of 17+. The developer recommends that children and vulnerable adults always be supported when accessing this version of the app.

### How often is the BW Story App updated?

The BW Story App was last updated on May 5, 2016, with version 1.0. It is important to note that this is the latest version information available.

### What devices support the BW Story App?

The BW Story App is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### What kind of sensitive material is in the BW Story App?

The app contains sensitive material, including themes like medical procedures, violence, abuse, sexuality, and death. Parents and carers should review the content and provide appropriate support.

### How does the BW Story App compare to traditional books?

The BW Story App offers over 1800 pictures and 400 scenarios digitally, providing instant access to a vast library of visual aids. This allows for on-the-go support for communication and understanding, unlike physical books.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-05-05

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

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