# MEL STEM: Science for Kids — Science games and AR STEM

> Interactive science games and AR for kids aged 6-8. (iPhone/iPad app by MEL Science Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mel-stem-science-for-kids/id1474360296 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MEL Science Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/988394505)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.79/5 from 429 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 244 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Russian, Chinese, Spanish
- Released: 2019-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mel-stem-science-for-kids/id1474360296/reviews.md

## What is MEL STEM?

What is Light? Sound? Electricity? How do they work? With a variety of observations and integrated kids games, your kid will discover all of that and more. Begin your journey into the world of science for kids accompanied by two trusty guides — Zach and Newt. Their marvelous machines are the perfect testing ground for virtual science experiments for kids.

With MEL STEM: Science for Kids you’ll get:

- An introduction to science backed by fun science games
- Simple visual explanations of basic scientific concepts
- A science kids AR app full of things to learn and free of ads or in-app purchases
- A virtual interactive kids science lab 
- A great addition to our MEL STEM subscription if you choose to buy one

In short, MEL STEM: Science for Kids is carefully crafted to bring science to kids aged 6 to 8 through 3D/AR visual explanations.

## Key features

- Interactive science games
- AR STEM experiences
- Visual explanations of concepts
- Virtual science lab
- 3D/AR visual explanations

## What do users think of MEL STEM?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great subscription box for families
- 💡 Interactive and engaging app
- 👍 Kits and apps are fun
- 👍 Cool science experiments
- 👍 Good conversation starters

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 AR/3D modes are black and unusable
- 🐛 Instruction book missing
- 🐛 Card scanning not working
- 🐛 App not working at all

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Card cannot be scanned, no option available
- AR sections show black screen
- App is completely unusable due to black screens in AR and 3D mode after update
- Non-stop crashing, app not working
- Missing instruction book for luminescence kit

**Most requested features**

- Fix card scanning functionality
- Ensure instruction books are included with kits

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mel-stem-science-for-kids/id1474360296/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Melstem science for kids

*2026-06-19, version 2.2.2*

Not bad it’s cool

### 5/5 — What a great subscription box.

*2024-10-09, version 2.2.2*

The whole family loves these boxes. They are great conversation starters that bring us all together together.

### 5/5 — Spring force

*2024-04-01, version 2.2.2*

I love racking!

### 1/5 — Scan card? No option to do so

*2023-10-03, version 2.2.2*

We built our hydraulic lift, and although the kid is super awesome, the card cannot be scanned. There’s no option to do so.

### 5/5 — AMAZING APP!

*2023-08-20, version 2.2.2*

I liked the app because that is very interactive and intense. Thanks to you, I liked this app!

### 4/5 — Hydraulic scissor lift

*2023-03-17, version 2.2.2*

Very interesting

### 4/5 — St4vtuh

*2023-03-12, version 2.2.2*

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### 3/5 — Lost piece

*2022-09-28, version 2.2.2*

I got the luminescence kit but it didnt come with the instruction book, i says that there is an instruction book but i cant find it

### 5/5 — Mel stem

*2022-09-24, version 2.2.2*

Is amazing

### 5/5 — Good

*2022-08-29, version 2.2.2*

I love the apps and kits there both so fun!

## Frequently asked questions about MEL STEM

### What is MEL STEM: Science for Kids about?

This app introduces children aged 6 to 8 to fundamental scientific concepts such as light, sound, and electricity. It uses a combination of fun science games, simple visual explanations, and augmented reality (AR) to make learning engaging and interactive.

### What are the key features of this science app for kids?

Key features include an introduction to science backed by fun games, simple visual explanations of basic scientific concepts, AR experiences, and a virtual interactive science lab. The app is designed with 3D/AR visual explanations to aid understanding.

### Is MEL STEM: Science for Kids free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use and is free of ads and in-app purchases. While it can be a great addition to the MEL STEM subscription, the core app experience is provided at no cost.

### What age group is this app designed for?

This app is carefully crafted to bring science to kids aged 6 to 8. The content and interactive elements are specifically designed to be suitable and engaging for this age range.

### How does the AR feature work in this science app?

The app utilizes augmented reality (AR) to provide 3D visual explanations of scientific concepts. This allows children to interact with virtual models and experiments in their own environment, making abstract ideas more tangible and easier to grasp.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.2 — 2026-06-29

Bugfixes and general improvements

### 2.2.2 — 2022-02-09

Flashlight lesson added,
App size was drastically reduced,
Bugfixes and general improvements

### 2.1.1 — 2021-12-24

Cryptography lesson added,
Correct handling of the case when lesson download process was interrupted

### 2.1.0 — 2021-12-23

Cryptography lesson added,
Correct handling of the case when lesson download process was interrupted

### 2.0.0 — 2021-11-23

- The app renamed to STEM to match the physical boxes,
- Fixed the issue of all objects appearing black on iPad Air 2
- General fixes and improvements

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