# Hungry Caterpillar Play School — Montessori Preschool Learning

> Montessori preschool learning app with interactive activities and Eric Carle art. (iPhone/iPad app by StoryToys Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hungry-caterpillar-play-school/id1318671922 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [StoryToys Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/326301831)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 22,683 App Store ratings · 294 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 456 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2018-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hungry-caterpillar-play-school/id1318671922/reviews.md

## What is Hungry Caterpillar Play School?

Hungry Caterpillar Play School offers a calming and beautiful environment for young children ages 2-6. Activities are based on Montessori principles that encourage hands-on and independent learning. 
 
The app is inspired by Eric Carle, a beloved author and illustrator known for his classic children’s books, including “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”.
•  Hundreds of books, activities, videos, songs, and meditations.
•  Child-centric learning—explore and learn at your own pace
•  Eric Carle's beautiful and unique art style
•  Essential early learning for kids aged 2-6
•  Gentle rewards to encourage repeated play—crucial for early learners
•  Highly praised by parents of neurodivergent children
 
LEARNING BENEFITS
ABCs - learn the alphabet and how to read. Children trace letters and learn to spell their name.
EARLY MATH - explore numbers 1-10. Play games that teach early coding, measurement, patterns, and more.
SCIENCE & NATURE - activities and non-fiction books make little ones aware of science and the natural world.
PROBLEM-SOLVING - match pairs, learn shapes, solve jigsaw puzzles, and complete fun quizzes.
ART & MUSIC - artistic activities include coloring, collage, and building blocks. Experiment with musical notes, explore scales, learn chords, and create beats.
HEALTH & WELLNESS - practice meditations to calm down, relax, and reduce anxiety.

Apple Editor’s Choice 2022
 
FEATURES 
• Safe and age-appropriate 
• Designed responsibly to let your child enjoy screen time while developing healthy digital habits at a young age 
• Play pre-downloaded content offline without wifi or internet 
• Regular updates with new content 
• Apple Family Sharing for easy subscription sharing with other family members 
• No third-party advertising 
• No in-app purchases for subscribers
 
SUPPORT 
For any questions or assistance, please reach out to us at support@storytoys.com

ABOUT STORYTOYS 
Our mission is to bring the world's most popular characters, worlds, and stories to life for children. We make apps for kids that engage them in well-rounded activities designed to help them learn, play, and grow. Parents can enjoy peace of mind knowing their kids are learning and having fun at the same time.

PRIVACY & TERMS 
StoryToys takes children's privacy seriously and ensures that its apps comply with privacy laws, including the Child Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you would like to learn more about the information we collect and how we use it, please visit our privacy policy at https://storytoys.com/privacy. 
Read our terms of use here: https://storytoys.com/terms.

SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS  
This app contains sample content that is free to play. However, LOTS MORE fun and entertaining games and activities are available if you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription. While you are subscribed you can play with EVERYTHING. We regularly add new stuff, so subscribed users will enjoy ever-expanding play opportunities.
• Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually according to the rate of the selected subscription plan. 
• You can change your mind at any point. Cancelling can be done through your iTunes settings. 
• Your subscription will auto-renew at the cost of the chosen package unless you cancel it 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Subscription fees are charged to your iTunes account. 
• After purchase, you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings. 
• When you purchase a subscription, you forfeit any unused portion of a free trial period. 
• You can use your subscription on any device registered with the same Apple ID that you subscribed from.

## Key features

- Montessori-inspired activities
- Hundreds of books, games, and songs
- Child-centric learning
- Eric Carle art style
- Early learning for ages 2-6
- Offline play
- Meditations for wellness

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual - Best Value | $49.99 | per year |
| Special Offer | $2.99 | per month |
| Limited Offer - Pay Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Start learning  – Pay monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Learning - Pay Yearly - Save! | $59.99 | per year |
| Learning - Pay Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Big Savings - Pay Annually | $59.99 | per year |
| Learning - Pay Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Learning - Pay Monthly | $7.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Hungry Caterpillar Play School?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Engaging and educational
- 👍 Great for young kids
- 👍 Variety of games and activities
- 👍 Calming and relaxing
- 👍 Visually appealing

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sound issues
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Misleading pricing and trial
- 🤬 Deceptive subscription practices
- 🤬 Ads in paid version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to log in
- Freezing and crashing
- Unresponsive touch controls
- Content not unlocking after purchase

**Most requested features**

- Improved accessibility options
- Better navigation and organization
- More reading and spelling activities
- Family sharing support
- Ability to cancel subscription easily

## Recent user reviews (10 of 294)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hungry-caterpillar-play-school/id1318671922/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Exit

*2026-08-13, version 19.1.0*

Yes but I don’t know what time you get home so I’ll let her now

### 5/5 — 5/5

*2026-08-12, version 19.1.0*

5/5

### 5/5 — Gott in allen Lebewesen

*2026-08-03, version 19.1.0*

Unser Gott lebt in Allem,
höre Deinem Herzen mal zu.

### 5/5 — Muito obrigado por criar esse jogo

*2026-07-31*

Eu comecei a jogar com 2 anos e nunca esqueci dele, até hoje amo esse jogo com todo carinho

**Developer response:** Muito obrigado! Ficamos muito felizes que você esteja gostando! Sua avaliação deixou todos aqui tão felizes que nosso chefe nos deu o resto da semana de folga. Para demonstrar nossa gratidão, aqui vai um punhado de 🥰💖😊🎉✨.

### 1/5 — I like it better than any other game

*2026-07-31, version 19.1.0*

Probably wondering why I put on the one star on the board I’m sorry I like it but I accidentally almost I wanted to do six stars instead of just one. I’m so sorry even I like I like this game. It’s like I like the second game that you made if you made it to hatchling and you like play with him it’s so cute.
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### 5/5 — Hjikoko

*2026-07-21, version 19.0.0*

Ioo

### 5/5 — hungry caterpillar play school    eric carle

*2026-07-14, version 19.0.0*

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### 5/5 — Creche da lagarta comilona

*2026-07-08*

Eu gostei muito porque meu irmão gosta! 
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**Developer response:** Uau! Você alegrou o nosso dia! Estamos muito felizes que você esteja gostando do aplicativo. Isso faz com que todo o trabalho duro aqui valha a pena. Obrigada! ✨

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*2026-07-06, version 19.0.0*

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### 5/5 — Good

*2026-06-14, version 19.0.0*

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## Frequently asked questions about Hungry Caterpillar Play School

### What is Hungry Caterpillar Play School?

Hungry Caterpillar Play School is a Montessori-inspired educational app designed for children aged 2-6. It offers a wide range of activities, including books, games, songs, and meditations, all presented in the beloved art style of Eric Carle. The app focuses on encouraging independent learning and developing essential early childhood skills.

### What kind of learning activities are included?

The app covers various learning areas such as ABCs for reading and spelling, early math concepts (numbers 1-10, coding, measurement), science and nature exploration, problem-solving through puzzles and quizzes, art and music creation, and health and wellness through meditation.

### Is Hungry Caterpillar Play School free to use?

The app offers sample content that is free to play. However, to access the full range of hundreds of games and activities, a monthly or yearly subscription is required. Subscribers gain access to all content, with regular updates adding new material.

### Can I use the app offline?

Yes, the app allows you to play pre-downloaded content offline without needing a Wi-Fi or internet connection. This feature ensures that children can continue learning and playing even when away from a stable internet source.

### Who is this app suitable for?

This app is primarily designed for young children aged 2-6 to support their early learning and development. It is also highly praised by parents of neurodivergent children for its calming environment and child-centric approach to learning.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 19.1.0 — 2026-07-30

Technical improvements to keep your experience smooth. Plus, we’re highlighting content in the app that celebrates Earth Day and nature in general.

### 19.0.0 — 2026-05-28

Technical improvements to keep your experience smooth. Plus we're highlighting content in the app which celebrates Earth Day and nature in general.

### 18.2.0 — 2026-04-23

Celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s anniversary! This update focuses on behind-the-scenes technical enhancements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 18.1.5 — 2026-03-13

Celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s anniversary! This update focuses on behind-the-scenes technical enhancements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 18.1.0 — 2026-01-22

Sing in the new year with Hungry Caterpillar Play School by singing along to the songs peppered around the app. This update is mostly technical upgrades and improvements.

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