# Name the Animals — Play learning

> Interactive game for children to learn animal names and spelling. (iPhone/iPad app by TAPTOY.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-the-animals/id1222404995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TAPTOY](https://appshunter.io/developer/995649571)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 75 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian and 15 more
- Released: 2017-05-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-the-animals/id1222404995/reviews.md

## What is Name the Animals?

TAPTOY Games presents Name the Animals for children, play with 25 animals and learn to write their names while having fun!

With detailed and fluid animations and a friendly and fun style, enjoy learning their names in different languages.

Do you really know what does the lion use his claws for? Or do you know the infallible fishing technique of the bear? Do the ants ever take a break? Meet the horse, shark, elephant, butterfly, koala and much more!!

Touch the animals to see how they react and complete their names to get all the stars, at the end of the game you will need them all to play the hidden animal !!

Name the Animals is the first in a series of games to help children learn fun and entertaining.

Available for iPhone and iPad, but remember, the bigger the screen, the better!


What they says:

BestAppsForKids.com 
5 Stars rating
"Name the Animals is a English-Spanish vocabulary game that will delight young users with engaging animations and fun activities to learn to spell animal names in either English or Spanish. Children are invited to explore 25 different animals by interacting with engaging animations then dragging the letters to spell the names into the correct order. There are two levels of difficulty, and the app can accommodate three separate players by “recalling” which animals they have completed.
Features include:
	•	25 animal names to learn
	•	Earn stars for correct spellings
	•	2 levels of difficulty
	•	Collect all stars to get access to the hidden animal at the end
	•	Delightful animations 
	•	Wonderful original soundtrack"
	•	No outside links, no advertising, and no in-app purchases.

## Key features

- Learn 25 animal names
- Interactive animations
- Spelling practice
- Earn stars for correct answers
- Unlockable hidden animal
- Two difficulty levels

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-the-animals/id1222404995/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Delightful!

*2017-10-15*

A beautiful app with delightful animations. My 5 year old daughter loves it! More animals please!

### 5/5 — Best app for kids

*2017-08-22*

Funny simple beautiful perfect for kids and grown ups great sense of aesthetics colorful. I just LOVE it

## Frequently asked questions about Name the Animals

### What is the learning methodology of Name the Animals?

Name the Animals uses interactive animations and engaging activities to teach children animal names and spelling. Users interact with animals and drag letters to spell their names correctly, earning stars for progress.

### How does Name the Animals track progress?

The game awards stars for each correctly spelled animal name. Collecting all stars unlocks a special 'hidden animal' game, providing a clear progression system for young learners.

### Is Name the Animals suitable for young children?

Yes, Name the Animals has an age rating of 4+ and is designed for children to learn animal names and spelling in a fun and entertaining way. It features friendly animations and a simple interface.

### What languages are supported in Name the Animals?

The app allows children to learn animal names in both English and Spanish, offering a bilingual learning experience. This feature is highlighted in reviews as a valuable aspect for vocabulary development.

### Does Name the Animals have ads?

No, Name the Animals is ad-free. The description explicitly states 'no advertising,' ensuring an uninterrupted learning experience for children.

### What is the price of Name the Animals?

Name the Animals is a paid app, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase provides access to all features without any additional in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### On which devices can I play Name the Animals?

Name the Animals is available for iPhone and iPad. The developer notes that a larger screen provides a better experience, suggesting it's optimized for tablets.

### How often is Name the Animals updated?

The last update for Name the Animals was on June 10, 2026, with version 1.2.4. While this indicates a recent update, the release date of the app is May 25, 2017.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.4 — 2026-06-10

Bugs Fixed!

### 1.1.62 — 2017-08-19

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Misprints correction (german texts)

### 1.1.6 — 2017-05-29

Enhanced sound quality. We asked penguin to squawk again.

### 1.1.5 — 2017-05-26

New icon

### 1.1.3 — 2017-05-24

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-15.*
