# Grandpa's Workshop — Tools, Building & Early Math

> Interactive building game for kids teaching tools, measurement, and fractions. (iPhone/iPad app by Fairlady Media.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grandpas-workshop/id555310530 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fairlady Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/298297614)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 46 App Store ratings · 86 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-10-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grandpas-workshop/id555310530/reviews.md

## What is Grandpa's Workshop?

Build, measure, count, paint, and play alongside Grandpa in eight hands-on learning activities designed for children ages 6–8.

Children explore:
• tools and woodworking vocabulary
• counting and number groups
• measuring and fractions
• visual puzzles and matching
• painting projects
• clubhouse customization and rewards

Gameplay and narration are available in English only.

Grandpa's Workshop has no advertising, in-app purchases, subscriptions, or account creation. Fairlady Media does not collect data from the app. External support and App Store links are protected by a parent gate.

## Key features

- Tool identification mini-games
- Measuring and fractions practice
- Spot the difference challenges
- Painting and puzzle activities
- Real tool videos
- Number group recognition

## What do users think of Grandpa's Workshop?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Engaging for young children
- 💡 Educational content (math, tools)
- 💖 Adorable Grandpa character
- ✨ Interactive elements (high-fives, dancing)
- 🎬 Informative tool videos
- 🏠 Rewarding progression (clubhouse building)
- 👍 Good for developing skills
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Popular with multiple age groups
- 👍 Well-designed graphics and sounds
- 🚀 Easy to use for toddlers
- ✅ No ads during gameplay
- 👍 Encourages helping and learning

**Cons**

- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay
- ⏳ Short content duration
- 🤔 Puzzles can be too hard/easy
- 🔊 Lack of sound in some instances
- 🗣️ Directions not spoken (for non-readers)
- ⬆️ Needs more difficulty levels/content
- ⚙️ Occasional technical issues (crashing, freezing)

**Commonly reported bugs**

- No sound
- Crashing at specific points
- App reverts to iPad opening screen
- Crushes on iPad

**Most requested features**

- More varied activities and games
- New videos and puzzles
- Additional difficulty levels or grade levels
- More spoken directions for non-readers
- More tool videos
- A Grandpa's auto shop app
- More content to complete the clubhouse
- More variety in jobs/activities
- Updates with new tools and videos
- More levels and content
- Clubhouse expansion
- More crazy uncles

## Recent user reviews (10 of 86)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grandpas-workshop/id555310530/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Hi

*2026-05-30, version 3.5*

I played this when I was 6 and did every activity. Even though I did all of them and got bored of it I still made sure to play one everytime I got on my iPad because I felt bad for the grandpa character

### 5/5 — We love Grandpa’s Workshop

*2025-08-07, version 3.5*

My son adores this app and although he’s played it a thousand times, he still gets a kick out of putting broken pieces together and giving Grandpa high fives.

### 5/5 — Good game!

*2025-02-16, version 3.5*

My little sister loves it!(especially the painting level 🙂)

### 5/5 — My son loves it

*2022-01-31, version 3.5*

My son loves this game and has learned a lot from it. He goes back to it regularly and I think that it has lots to give kids of different ages.

### 1/5 — Son found it boring

*2021-07-20*

Can do fractions, painting, but didn’t hold his attention he wants to delete it straight away and try another app in the range, he wants the building one instead

### 5/5 — Grandma loves bugs.

*2020-07-23*

It’s my favourite game says my 4 yrs old grandson. 

Great for testing little ones minds with videos as an added extra. 

Bought more than one already. 

Give them a go.

**Developer response:** We're so glad your grandson loves our games!

### 1/5 — No sound!

*2019-07-15, version 3.3*

My two year old can’t read and she doesn’t like the game!

### 5/5 — More education but also great!!!

*2018-02-12, version 3.3*

I think you should put different grade levels in this game because my brother is in second grade and he says it’s boring because he knows everything and he isn’t learning. I would really like if you would put grade levels on but this game is also great!!!

### 1/5 — Nice looking app but no sound

*2017-06-02*

Not a game my 3yr old daughter can play due to the lack of sound

### 5/5 — Grandpa's workshop

*2017-03-11, version 3.2*

Awesome app! This is my son's absolute favourite now, and he's developing and learning some new skills while playing it. Can't wait to try out some of your other apps!

## Frequently asked questions about Grandpa's Workshop

### What does Grandpa's Workshop app do?

Grandpa's Workshop is an interactive game designed for young children aged 3-7. It features a friendly grandpa character and eight mini-games focused on building, tool identification, measuring, fractions, and other foundational learning concepts.

### What are the key learning features in Grandpa's Workshop?

The app teaches number groups, colors, measuring up to 12 units, tool vocabulary, fractions (halves, thirds, quarters), spatial relationships through puzzles, and observation skills. It also includes videos of real tools in action.

### How much does Grandpa's Workshop cost?

Based on the provided information, Grandpa's Workshop is a paid application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model for full access.

### What age group is Grandpa's Workshop suitable for?

This app is specifically designed for children aged 3 to 7 years old. The mini-games and educational content are tailored to the developmental stage of preschoolers and early elementary school children.

### What are some common use cases for Grandpa's Workshop?

Parents and educators can use Grandpa's Workshop to help children learn about tools and their uses, practice basic math skills like counting and fractions, develop problem-solving abilities through puzzles, and enhance observation skills through 'spot the difference' games.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.1 — 2026-08-01

Updated the app icon with Fairlady Media's current branding. The complete Grandpa's Workshop experience is unchanged.

### 3.6 — 2026-07-14

Updated for current iPhone and iPad models, with more reliable audio and video playback, safer external links and parent gates, accessibility improvements, and crash and bug fixes. All eight learning activities and rewards remain included.

### 3.5 — 2020-09-16

Minor bug fixes and updates. Thanks for choosing Fairlady Media! :)

### 3.4 — 2020-05-25

Version 3.4 is updated for the newest iOS and devices!

### 3.3 — 2017-03-17

Minor update. Have you tried our most recent app, Grandpa's Toy Shop? You'll love it! :)

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