PBS KIDS ScratchJr

PBS KIDS ScratchJr

Kids Coding Games & Activities

289 ratings
91 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 2, 2015
  • March 25, 2025
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This app allows children ages 5-8 to create their own interactive stories and games using simple programming blocks. Kids can make characters move, jump, and sing, while learning foundational coding concepts and problem-solving skills. It features beloved PBS KIDS characters and offers creative tools like painting and voice recording.

Create interactive stories and games
Learn basic coding concepts
Use colorful programming blocks
Incorporate PBS KIDS characters
Paint and edit characters/backgrounds
Record voice for projects
Utilize story starters for inspiration
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What's New in PBS KIDS ScratchJr

2.3.0

March 25, 2025

Now with Lyla in the Loop characters!

User reviews

This game is great

5 stars

It’s good, but it has some bugs

Every time I do something in the app or or try to do some stuff it keeps doing OK just fix every single bug that exist because every time you know when you do the zigzag, why does it stick to the rest but I’m trying to delete something it sticks because I was trying to make a furry character and it was stuck to the eyebrows, and I had to use the same design to make another one that didn’t have any eyebrows now what am I gonna say that my character eyebrow are stuck? To it or something I just deleted it and I’m gonna give you guys four star. I was going to give you guys five stars except for 100 bugs but still it’s good just for a few things. Also please add more. Characters because you only put the new ones now even though the Daniel Tiger curious George, you know you have Layla in the loop because why didn’t you put curious George or Daniel Tiger or super why because you only put a few characters
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love that game

I’m starting PBS Kids ScratchJr, but I’m a pull up for Del, Dot, and Dee.

THE APP BUG BUT OVERALL VERY GOOD GAME LOVE IT

I LIKE THE GAME IT IS SO FUN MY PROBLEM WITH IT IS WHEN I MOVE ONE OF MY CHARACTERS AND I PUSH HOME IT GO BACKTO WERE IT WAS BEFORE MAYBE I AM WRONG AND THAT IS HOW THE APP IS Supposed TO BE BUT IT NEVER HAPPENED TO ME BEFORE ONE TIME IT HAPPENED SO I YOU CAN FIX THAT BUT OTHER THAN THAT I LOVE IT IT REALLY HELP PEOPLE TO LEARN HOW TO CODE AND I REALLY LIKE IT WHICH IS WHY I GIVE IT 3 STARS OUT OF 5 BUT I ADD 1 MORE SO 4 OUT OF 5 AND I USE IT A REALLY LOVE IT THANK YOU
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Bring splash and bubbles 😭😭😭

PBS kids needs to add splash and bubbles

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

13 issues

Home button causes character to revert to previous position

Bug

Projects fail to load when creating or opening

Bug

Voice recording feature not working or missing

Bug

How-to tutorial videos don't play

Bug

Drawing tool corrupts custom characters

Bug

Timer block doesn't function correctly

Bug

Drag-and-drop programming blocks unresponsive

Bug

App crashes when using certain blocks

Bug

Dot character won't disappear from new slides

Bug

Performance slowdown during projects

Bug

Paint editor labels incorrectly aligned with icons

Bug

Microphone feature doesn't show up or work

Bug

Text rendering issues with fonts and handwriting

Bug

Requested Features

13 requests

Add more PBS Kids shows (Let's Go Luna, Dinosaur Train, Elinor Wonders Why, Hero Elementary, Wordgirl, Rosie's Rules, Alma's Way)

Feature

Unlimited pages/slides instead of 4-slide limit

Feature

More coding blocks from original Scratch (text-to-speech, etc.)

Feature

Custom character creation on blank canvas

Feature

Level maker and world maker features

Feature

2D and 3D options

Feature

Editable PBS backgrounds

Feature

Search bar for projects

Feature

More sound effects (crashing, slipping, sliding)

Feature

Page titles/naming system

Feature

More characters for existing shows

Feature

Offline functionality

Feature

Bring back Kart Kingdom game

Feature

FAQ

What does PBS KIDS ScratchJr do?

PBS KIDS ScratchJr is an app designed for children ages 5-8 to create their own interactive stories and games. It teaches foundational coding concepts through engaging programming activities and lessons, allowing kids to make characters move, sing, and interact.

What are the key features of PBS KIDS ScratchJr?

Key features include the ability to create interactive stories and games using colorful programming blocks, incorporating over 150 PBS KIDS characters, painting and editing tools for characters and backgrounds, voice recording capabilities, and story starters for inspiration.

Is PBS KIDS ScratchJr free to use?

Yes, PBS KIDS ScratchJr is a free educational app. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, making it a safe and accessible platform for children to explore coding and creativity.

What devices is PBS KIDS ScratchJr compatible with?

PBS KIDS ScratchJr is currently only available for iPad. Users will need an iPad device to download and use the application for their children.

How does this app help children learn?

The app helps children learn by engaging them in problem-solving, project design, and creative expression through programming. By snapping together colorful blocks, kids learn sequencing, logic, and how to bring their ideas to life, fostering early school concepts in a fun way.