Best Smithsonian alternatives: apps like Smithsonian: Dinosaurs

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5 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Smithsonian or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Smithsonian

5.0(2 ratings)
$0.99
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Bring dinosaurs to life with realistic 3D animations and sounds. This app lets children interact with various dinosaur models, customize their movements, and place them in diverse environments with added objects. Designed for ages 3-8, it offers an engaging and educational experience without requiring an internet connection.

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Coral Reef by Tinybop by Tinybop Inc.

A virtual aquarium!
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.4(47 ratings)
$3.99
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Explore a vibrant underwater world and learn about marine life. Discover how sharks, octopuses, and other creatures interact within their ecosystem. This app encourages curiosity and open-ended play for families.

Space by Tinybop#3

Space by Tinybop by Tinybop Inc.

Explore our solar system!
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.3(72 ratings)
$3.99
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Explore our solar system and visit each planet up close. Discover their surfaces, characteristics, and orbits through interactive play. Test atmospheres, gravity, and observe planetary spins and seasons.

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OLogy: Science for Kids
OLogy: Science for Kids
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Explore science through engaging games, videos, and articles developed by museum educators and scientists. Discover topics from paleontology to astronomy with interactive activities.

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Embark on a pirate math adventure to Hexagon Island! This app features new games designed by early years experts to build number sense. Explore, complete challenges, and earn treasure and certificates.

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Fun doctor games for kids!
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This interactive app introduces young children to the joys of helping others through playful doctor-themed activities. Kids can engage in simple health checks, diagnosis, and treatment with Duplo characters, fostering empathy and a nurturing spirit in a safe, age-appropriate environment.

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Explore a prehistoric world with interactive dinosaur adventures. Kids can hatch and care for baby dinos, engage in creative coloring, and solve puzzles. This offline game fosters learning, problem-solving, and empathy through fun, child-friendly activities.

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Explore the Ice Age world and discover prehistoric animals through interactive puzzles and educational games. Designed for young children, this app offers an engaging adventure that promotes cognitive development and learning through play, all without internet access or ads.

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The Dinosaurs: Games for Kids
The Dinosaurs: Games for Kids
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Explore the prehistoric world with engaging games and animations. Learn about different dinosaur species, their diets, and the work of paleontologists through narrated content and interactive activities. Suitable for young learners, this app offers hours of educational fun without pressure or ads.

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Dinosaur Coloring Game Ice Age
Dinosaur Coloring Game Ice Age
Dinosaur Coloring Game Ice Age
Dinosaurs Games for Kids 2-5
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Embark on an icy adventure to uncover hidden dinosaur bones, assemble skeletons, and learn about prehistoric creatures. This app offers interactive puzzles, colorful coloring activities, and engaging animations for young explorers.

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