# Shape Up! - Busy Things

> Interactive shape tracing and filling game for young children to learn shapes and colors. (iPhone/iPad app by Busy Things Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-up-busy-things/id482059707 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Busy Things Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/482059850)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-up-busy-things/id482059707/reviews.md

## What is Shape Up!?

Shape Up! is a shape game designed for very young children, but parents and older children will love it too! Simply trace around the simple shapes or use the paint bucket to fill them in. Once you have finished your creation will come to life! The rewarding animations and sound effects will ensure that children want to play again and again.

Shape Up! introduces simple shapes of different colours and sizes to young children. The game encourages children to describe and name shapes as well as show curiosity about them.

## Key features

- Shape tracing
- Color filling
- Interactive animations
- Sound effects
- Shape identification
- Color recognition

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-up-busy-things/id482059707/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good app for beginner tracing

*2013-09-09*

As an OT I have used this app with children from 2-5 years old.  This app is good for beginner tracing but you don't have to stay even remotely close to the lines to get the app to draw the line you are tracing.  Most standards are that a child must stay within 1/4 inch do the line to be successful at tracing.  A good update might be to allow settings where you can change how far away from the line the child can trace before it creates the line (1/4 inch, 1/2 inch, etc.). 

Children are motivated to see what the shapes will become and how they will move which is important but the settings need to be stricter as to how far away from the line the children need to trace.

### 5/5 — Love it!!

*2012-07-27*

Keeps my toddler entertained thanks to the various interactive elements in this app. As he's two he uses the bucket feature to fill shapes with color but once he's older the tracing element will be great for developing motor skills.

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2012-06-17*

This gets the Martha seal of approval.... My two year old daughters favourite game. Brilliant for young children, but with a sense of design and attention that keeps the adults captivated. Just brilliant!

### 5/5 — At last!

*2012-01-12*

At last q and d have branched out to IOS. Love their earlier stuff and would love to see noisy things, pretty things and beep beep in the app store!

### 5/5 — Great app for kids!

*2012-01-07*

This is a brilliant ap for younger children.  Keeps my daughter entertained for ages!

### 5/5 — Fantastic!

*2011-12-02*

Fun and educational. Great for reinforcing names of shapes.

### 5/5 — Clare Buchanan

*2011-12-01*

A brilliant and educational app enjoyed by my 4, 6 and 8 year old.

### 5/5 — Parent to be

*2011-12-01*

Great for toddlers- easy for them to use and very engaging. Children will love to see their creations come to life.

### 5/5 — Fun and Entertaining

*2011-11-30*

This app is great for keeping the kids busy while I have other things to do. Brilliant!

## Frequently asked questions about Shape Up!

### What is Shape Up! best for?

Shape Up! is designed to introduce very young children to basic shapes and colors. It encourages them to trace and fill shapes, with rewarding animations and sounds that promote repeated play and learning.

### What shapes and colors does Shape Up! teach?

The game introduces simple shapes of different colors and sizes. It aims to help children describe and name these shapes, fostering curiosity about them.

### Is Shape Up! suitable for very young children?

Yes, Shape Up! is specifically designed for very young children, with an age rating of 4+. The simple tracing and filling mechanics are easy for young hands to manage.

### Does Shape Up! have ads?

No, Shape Up! does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application, ensuring an uninterrupted learning experience for children.

### What devices does Shape Up! support?

Shape Up! is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is optimized for Apple's mobile and tablet devices.

### How often is Shape Up! updated?

The latest version of Shape Up! is 2.0.0, last updated on July 5, 2017. While updates have not been frequent recently, the core educational content remains valuable.

### What is the price of Shape Up!?

Shape Up! is a paid application priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all features without further in-app purchases or ads.

### What do users think of Shape Up!?

Based on available data, Shape Up! has a rating of 3.0 stars from 1 rating. This suggests a mixed reception, with potential areas for improvement in user experience or content.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2017-07-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Minor bug fixes
- Added 64 bit support
- Brand new interface design
- Added a new page for finding out more about Busy Things (complete with parental lock)
- Updated icon sizes

### 1.0.2 — 2013-09-05

Update to conform to kids category with the app store. All links to external websites have been removed. Ability to email a friend removed. Links to more Busythings apps removed. Link back to app store removed. Slide switch will mute the app audio. App will display fullscreen on iPhone 5.

### 1.0.0 — 2011-11-29

No release notes.

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