# Smithsonian: Planets — Planets and the Solar System

> Interactive educational app for learning about planets and the solar system. (iPhone/iPad app by PlayDate Digital Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smithsonian-planets/id6504839302 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PlayDate Digital Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/652113715)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $2.99)
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 285 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smithsonian-planets/id6504839302/reviews.md

## What is Smithsonian?

Join us on an exciting voyage through the solar system!

Play, touch, read. and learn facts about the 8 planets in our solar system in this new app from The ©Smithsonian and PlayDate Digital. Designed for curious minds, this app features brilliantly illustrated animations which are sure to engage and entertain.

Why is Mars called the Red Planet? Which is the brightest Planet? How many moons does Neptune have? What is the Asteroid Belt? Explore Planets, learn facts, and play games as you rocket through the solar system. Your space enthusiast will love learning all about the wonders of space and the universe. The mini games reinforce the learnings and interactive activities will keep kids engaged.

Features:
   • Lots of fascinating facts about our solar system, its planets, and more!
   • Featuring mini games including Space Winter Rush, Comet Ceasefire, Solar System Sorting, Gas Planets and more!
   • Over 10 other interactive activities related to your space adventure. 
   • Educational content and animations will entertain and engage while teaching simple astronomy basics.
   • ‘Read to Me’ text
   • Collect solar system and planet badges as you complete each level

Planets and the Solar System from ©Smithsonian Kids is designed to deliver on these Learning Goals:
   • STEM: Introduce young learners to astronomy and science methods.
   • STEM: Expand young learners' curiosity and knowledge of the world around them.  
   • Counting and Quantifying: Identify and organize groups of objects logically.
   • Visual Discrimination: Distinguish between different shapes, sizes, colors.
   • Visual Memory: Remembering and recalling visual information.
   •  Color Recognition and Differentiation: Identifying and naming colors.
   • Shape Recognition and Classification: Identifying objects based on different shapes.

ABOUT THE SMITHSONIAN

The ©Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum and research complex, dedicated to public education, national service, and scholarship in the arts, ©Smithsonian sciences, and history.

The name of the ©Smithsonian Institution and the sunburst logo are registered trademarks of the ©Smithsonian Institution. 

For more information, please visit www.si.edu


ABOUT PLAYDATE DIGITAL
PlayDate Digital Inc. is a publisher of high-quality, interactive, mobile educational software for children. PlayDate Digital's products nurture children's emerging literacy and creativity skills by turning digital screens into engaging experiences. PlayDate Digital content is built in partnership with some of the world's most trusted global brands for kids.
 
Visit us: playdatedigital.com
Like us: facebook.com/playdatedigital
Follow us: @playdatedigital
Watch all our app trailers: youtube.com/PlayDateDigital1
 
HAVE QUESTIONS?
We'd love to hear from you! Your questions suggestions and comments are always welcome. Contact us 24/7 at info@playdatedigital.com

## Key features

- Fascinating facts about the solar system
- Mini games like Space Winter Rush
- Interactive activities
- Educational animations
- Read to Me text
- Collect planet badges

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy 5 Planets | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smithsonian-planets/id6504839302/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super app

*2025-04-23*

A great learning app from smithsonian and playdate digital with lots of games and interesting facts about our solar system. Bought this for my grandkids as an earth day gift- they both loved it

### 5/5 — Great Space Intro!

*2024-11-14*

Great way to introduce kids to learning about Space! Nice graphics and does a good job rewarding kids for exploring.

### 5/5 — Smithsonian’s Planets Game

*2024-10-25*

A gorgeous STEM app for young astronomers.
This is a wonderful way to learn about our solar solar system. The games and badges are a great way to engage kids. Highly recommended!!

### 5/5 — Educational and fun!

*2024-10-24*

Such a great app for introducing little once to the planets and our solar system! My little ones love, all of the various games and activities too. There are lots of fun facts throughout this app so the educational value is a plus!

## Frequently asked questions about Smithsonian

### What is Smithsonian: Planets?

Smithsonian: Planets is an educational app designed to teach children about the solar system through interactive games, animations, and facts. It covers the 8 planets, moons, and the asteroid belt.

### What age is Smithsonian: Planets suitable for?

Smithsonian: Planets is suitable for children aged 4 and up. The app's content and interactive features are designed to engage young learners with basic astronomy concepts.

### Does Smithsonian: Planets have ads?

No, Smithsonian: Planets does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases available.

### What learning goals does Smithsonian: Planets cover?

The app focuses on STEM learning by introducing astronomy and science methods, expanding curiosity, and developing skills in counting, visual discrimination, memory, and color/shape recognition.

### Can I play Smithsonian: Planets offline?

The provided data does not specify offline play capabilities for Smithsonian: Planets. However, educational apps often offer offline access to core content after initial download.

### How often is Smithsonian: Planets updated?

Smithsonian: Planets was last updated on January 23, 2026, with version 1.1.2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future content additions.

### What devices support Smithsonian: Planets?

Smithsonian: Planets is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This makes it accessible to a wide range of Apple mobile device users.

### What are the in-app purchases in Smithsonian: Planets?

The app description mentions 'in-app purchases' but does not detail specific items or features that can be bought. These typically offer additional content or customization options.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.3 — 2026-04-30

Thanks for joining us on our Playdate! This version includes minor bug fixes and optimizations.

### 1.1.2 — 2026-01-23

Thanks for joining us on our playdate! 

This version of Smithsonian: Planets and the Solar System includes important bug fixes and adjustments. This version is now ad supported.

### 1.0.4 — 2025-01-05

Bug fixes and optimizations

### 1.0 — 2024-10-23

No release notes.

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