Explore the playful side of physics and learn about simple machines through interactive experiments. Kids can discover how levers, pulleys, and other mechanisms work by building and testing them in a digital sandbox environment. This app is designed to spark curiosity and understanding of scientific principles.
Reviews of Simple Machines by Tinybop are mixed: the Education app is rated 3.7/5 from 62 App Store ratings. What users like most: beautiful graphics and design, educational and informative. Top complaints: boring and repetitive, expensive for limited content. Summarized from real user reviews.
1.4.0
April 7, 2025
A full refresh for the latest iOS. We've added and improved animations throughout.
8 issues
Crashes immediately on launch
Cannot install after purchase
8 requests
Add a creative building mode
More levels and modules
Simple Machines by Tinybop is an educational app that allows children to explore and experiment with six different simple machines: levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wedges, wheels and axles, and screws. It's designed to make learning about physics fun and interactive.
The app features an exploration of six simple machines, opportunities to experiment with real-world physics concepts like actions and reactions, and investigations into the physics behind each machine. It also boasts sophisticated sound design, original artwork, and interactive labels in over 40 languages.
Based on the provided information, this app is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.
The app is compatible with iPhone 5 and later, iPod touch (5th generation), and iPad 2 and later. It requires iOS 7.0 or later and is optimized for iPad 2 and iPhone 5 or higher.
The app integrates with STEM curriculum by allowing kids to alter and test machines, learning about force and motion, actions and reactions, and mechanical advantages. It provides a sandbox environment for hands-on experimentation and includes a free handbook with facts and discussion questions.
