# iWorld United States

> Interactive US geography and capitals learning app for children. (iPhone/iPad app by Lynne Bolduc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iworld-united-states/id903754860 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lynne Bolduc](https://appshunter.io/developer/483035151)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-10-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iworld-united-states/id903754860/reviews.md

## What is iWorld United States?

iWorldGeography is used by schools, libraries, and families in 73 countries!!!!


"Your iWorld apps were the first we found that we could endorse whole-heartedly … Thank you for your quality, real, Montessori apps." 
-- montessoritech.net   

iWorldGeography United States includes a Montessori 3-part-lesson [introduce, recall, reconstruct], plus labeling. Student-centered, self-correcting, independent work blends seamlessly with existing curriculum or stands alone for home use. Free worksheets can be printed for follow-up, physical-world activities at home or in the classroom. Available to all at TenSunInteractive.com - Extras.

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*** COMPLIMENTARY OUTLINE MAPS & LABELS AVAILABLE ONLINE *** 
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An introduction to United States and Capitals designed by former Lead Developer at MIT's Center for Educational Computing Initiatives. Created for 6-to-9 year olds. United States includes an introduction to state names and capitals plus quiz, puzzle, and label activities … 


Content: 

• Active Intro - Touch any state to hear its name. 
• Passive Intro - Movie introduces each state name.  
• Quiz - Name is played. Touch any state to reveal answer. 
• Puzzle - Freely drag pieces to reconstruct map. 
• Label - Pins drag freely to label states and capitals. 

Features:  

• Self-Correcting Activities   
• Student-Controlled Manipulatives - pins & pieces drag freely on screen  
• Fresh Challenge - randomized content appears in a new order each time  

Student-Managed Options:

Puzzle 
• "Grid" - scatters pieces to screen edges. 
• "Toss" - scatters pieces randomly across screen. 
• "Lines/No Lines" - toggle to work with or without outline.
  
Labels  
• "Pass" - skips current label.  
• "Lightbulb" - toggles to show or hide control map.
• Control visual-background information:
• --- "Label" - color background, pin shows label only
• --- "Color" - outline background, pin shows color only
• --- "Label & Color" - outline background, pin shows label & color  

Learning Style:  

• Independent work
• Self-correcting activities 
• Challenge increases as activities progress  
• Options allow students to manage challenge level and visual style 
• Children control navigation; never locked into an activity  
• No penalty for wrong answer; correct answer simply reinforced  
• No distracting bells and whistles  
• Worksheets support transition back to real world activities


TenSun puts children in charge of their learning by allowing them to control the challenge level and depth of their lesson. There is no penalty for a wrong answer. The correct answer is simply reinforced. Activities are self-correcting. Children are free to work independently, in a small group, or with the help of a supervising adult at home or in the classroom. 


ONLINE MAPS AND LABELS 

Touch Classroom Printouts button on app's title screen to access printouts for additional color, trace, and label activities. Or, visit TenSunInteractive.com's Extras page.


TWITTER NEWS 

Follow us on Twitter @tensuninteract for App, Update, and Online Extra alerts. 

FACEBOOK

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EDUCATION PRICING 

50% discount for 20+ apps with Apple's Volume Discount Program for Education 


EDUCATIONAL NOTE 

iWorldGeography colors match American Montessori Society classroom materials. 

iWorldGeography Series blends self-correcting, child-directed-activity design with Geography curriculum used in Montessori Children's House and Lower Elementary classrooms. Concept and visual design is thoughtfully integrated to supplement existing curriculum and classroom materials. The series was inspired by 3-year's observation in Lexington (MA) Montessori School Children's House classrooms where MyWorld, TenSun's desktop-based version of this series, has been used since 2004.

## Key features

- Montessori 3-part lesson
- Interactive map puzzles
- State and capital labeling
- Self-correcting activities
- Customizable challenge levels
- Printable worksheets

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iworld-united-states/id903754860/reviews.md

### 5/5 — iWorld Geography: United States

*2025-08-31*

In iWorld Geography: United States, you can do a quiz, do a puzzle, and now you can do states and capitals…

## Frequently asked questions about iWorld United States

### What is iWorld United States?

iWorld United States is an educational app designed to teach children aged 6-9 about US states and capitals. It uses interactive, self-correcting activities inspired by the Montessori method.

### What learning methods does iWorld United States use?

The app employs a Montessori 3-part lesson approach, including introduction, recall, and reconstruction. It focuses on student-centered, independent work with self-correcting activities.

### What types of activities are included in iWorld United States?

Activities include an interactive introduction where touching a state plays its name, a quiz to identify states by name, a puzzle to reconstruct the map, and a labeling activity for states and capitals.

### Can I track my child's progress with iWorld United States?

The app is designed for independent work and self-correction, allowing children to manage their own learning. While direct progress tracking isn't detailed, the self-correcting nature provides immediate feedback.

### Is iWorld United States suitable for classroom use?

Yes, iWorld United States is used by schools and libraries. It can blend seamlessly with existing curricula or be used as a standalone resource for home or classroom learning.

### Are there any additional resources available for iWorld United States?

Yes, complimentary outline maps and labels are available online at TenSunInteractive.com under 'Extras' for follow-up, physical-world activities.

### What devices is iWorld United States compatible with?

iWorld United States is currently supported on iPads, offering an interactive learning experience on tablet devices.

### How often is iWorld United States updated?

The app was last updated on July 24, 2023, to version 1.2.8. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions or improvements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.8 — 2023-07-24

Updated and improved to run under iOS 16.4.

### 1.2.7 — 2020-06-17

iOS update.

### 1.2.6 — 2017-11-15

Now runs on iOS 11.

### 1.0.1 — 2014-10-23

No release notes.

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All apps by Lynne Bolduc: https://appshunter.io/developer/483035151

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