# Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim

> Interactive children's book on water safety with games and songs. (iPhone/iPad app by Stew Leonard's.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stewie-the-duck-learns-to-swim/id514573567 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stew Leonard's](https://appshunter.io/developer/514573610)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 557 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-07-17
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stewie-the-duck-learns-to-swim/id514573567/reviews.md

## What is Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim?

Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is a child’s first guide to water safety. Written for children ages two through six, the book conveys an important message of how to be safe near the water through the story of Stewie, a duck who wants to swim with the ‘big ducks,’ but is prevented from going in the water by his older sisters until he learns the water safety rules.  The book features read-to-me audio and contains interactive animations, sound effects, a memory game, and a sing-along. 

MEMORY GAME and SONG: Children will love the Memory game and the chance to sing along with Stewie’s water safety song.  Children learn through repetition, and the more time your child spends playing with this app, the more he or she will internalize these important water safety rules.
 
READ-TO-ME:  Written as your child’s first guide to water safety, the read-to-me audio option is an opportunity for you and your child to enjoy Stewie’s story together.  The read-to-me audio option also pauses at the end of each page, giving parents and children the opportunity to review Stewie’s lessons together.  After the narration finishes on a page the child can interact with objects till they are ready to move to the next page.

READ MYSELF:  There is no narration but the child can interact with objects, find the hidden duckies and play sing-along.

AUTO PLAY:  Same as the “Read-to-me” except the page advances automatically once the narration is finished.  Useful for car rides when you want the child to have a complete book experience.

TIPS FOR PARENTS: As parents who lost their own child in a drowning accident, Stew and Kim share tips and lessons on how to help keep your child safe around the water in a video message.  Also included are water safety tips, information about the foundation, and a letter from Lawrence E. Shapiro, PhD. about how to make water safety and prevention a habit.

## Key features

- Interactive storybook
- Read-to-me audio
- Memory game
- Water safety song
- Parental tips video
- Interactive animations

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stewie-the-duck-learns-to-swim/id514573567/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great beginner info for wannabe swimmers!

*2016-06-17, version 1.0*

I downloaded this app for my granddaughter who is reluctant to participate in her swim lessons.  This will help her to understand why mom and dad want her to take lessons and learn to swim. Thanks for sharing and turning your tragedy into a positive for others.

### 5/5 — We love Stewie the Duck!

*2016-04-25, version 1.0*

Great app, very educating and fun for the kids

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2013-07-09, version 1.0*

I would have paid for this app and I don't easily spend money for apps. Very powerful information in a cute presentation.

### 5/5 — God bless the Leonard's!

*2013-06-29, version 1.0*

This is an amazing app! 
Being able to prevent a tragedy, in a fun way, is what every parent wants for their child. 
You guys are heroes, God bless you. Stewie must be extremely proud of you right now... I know he is smiling from heaven.

### 5/5 — Saving lives

*2013-06-02, version 1.0*

This is an amazing thing you have done for others to avoid your tragedy. We has a 13 month old and are extremely grateful. Thanks Leonards!

### 5/5 — GREAT App!!

*2012-09-26, version 1.0*

My son is 2 1/2 and just loves this app. He sings the song over and over. When we go in the pool he is alway telling "mommy like Stewie". A must have for any child who doesn't know how to swim.

### 5/5 — Nice app!

*2012-06-27, version 1.0*

Great job!

### 4/5 — Great app

*2012-05-09*

Thank you for this app about water safety. I particularly like the water safety song as its a great way for children to learn some basic rules that could one day save their life.

### 5/5 — Thank you for this great app

*2012-05-06, version 1.0*

This is a life saving app.  It is also adorable and very engaging for little ones.  Many thanks to the courageous and loving parents for channeling their grief into something so helpful to others.

### 5/5 — OUR SON DROWN - THAT'S WHY!

*2012-04-21, version 1.0*

We wrote the book after our son drown.  Please read to as many kids as possible. You could save a life. If you, please write a review and help spread the word!  Thanks!

## Frequently asked questions about Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim

### What is Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim about?

Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is an interactive children's book designed to teach water safety to kids aged two to six. It follows the story of Stewie the duck and his journey to learn water safety rules before swimming with the big ducks.

### What interactive features does Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim offer?

The app includes read-to-me audio, interactive animations, sound effects, a memory game, and a sing-along water safety song. Children can interact with objects on each page and find hidden duckies.

### Is Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim suitable for very young children?

Yes, the app is specifically written for children ages two through six. The read-to-me audio option allows parents and children to enjoy the story together, with pauses for reviewing lessons.

### Does Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim have ads?

No, Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is ad-free. This ensures an uninterrupted and safe learning experience for young children.

### What is the rating and price of Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim?

Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim has a high rating of 4.7 stars from 41 ratings and is available for free.

### How often is Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim updated?

The app was last updated on July 19, 2018, to version 1.4. It was originally released on April 4, 2012.

### What parental resources are included in Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim?

The app includes a video message from the developers sharing tips and lessons on water safety, information about their foundation, and a letter from Lawrence E. Shapiro, PhD., on making water safety a habit.

### What devices is Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim available on?

Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2018-07-19

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

Bug fixing

### 1.3 — 2018-07-10

fixes

### 1.2 — 2018-05-30

Bug fixing.

### 1.1 — 2018-05-12

iphone compatibility

### 1.0 — 2012-04-03

No release notes.

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