# Switch Kids — Cause and Effect with a Goal

> Switch-accessible educational app for children teaching cause and effect. (iPhone/iPad app by Marblesoft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switch-kids/id467551739 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Marblesoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/467551742)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: $4.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switch-kids/id467551739/reviews.md

## What is Switch Kids?

Switch Kids is a fun switch-accessible program to introduce kids to the wonders of using a computer.  Switch Kids teaches simple cause and effect, multiple-choice cause and effect, and a variation we call "cause and effect with a goal".  

While the program is intended for switch users, it can also be used just by touching the screen. A finger acts like a switch. It doesn't matter where you touch, just that you touch.  In the main activities, the user touches anywhere on the screen to cause the next action (the effect).   A two-, three- or four-finger touch will cause a different action.  You can use up to four external switches for input, to allow full use of the program to people who cannot easily touch the screen because of physical disabilities.

The numbers 1 through 4 on a Bluetooth keyboard will also control the 4 actions.  

Switch Kids contains three activities, Funny Sounds and Faces, Bubble Gum and Build-A-Kid.  A scoreboard tracks the child's progress.

Funny Sounds and Faces 
In this activity the user presses a switch to see a funny face and hear a funny sound. Holding the switch down causes the faces to play one after another, until the switch is released.  An optional second switch (or a two-finger touch) causes the face to be displayed headless.  A third finger or switch squashes the face and a fourth spins it.  This is a great switch training activity to teach start/stop and multiple-switch cause and effect (different causes produce different effects).

Bubble Gum 
In this activity the user presses and releases his or her switch several times to blow a bubble.  This is an excellent example of cause and effect with a goal, the goal being the obvious humorous conclusion.  This activity also teaches multiple-switch cause and effect (different causes produce different effects).  An optional second switch (or a two-finger touch) can be used to shrink the bubble.  A third finger or touch changes the gum flavor, and a fourth changes the kids.  From the Settings panel you can choose the flavor of bubble gum to use, and whether or not to randomly pop the bubble early.

Build-A-Kid
In this activity, a different body part or piece of clothing is added with each new switch press until the kid is complete. This is another example of cause and effect with a goal.  This activity also teaches multiple-switch cause and effect (different causes produce different effects).  An optional second switch (or a two-finger touch) can be used to undo the last part.  A third finger or touch changes the kids, and a fourth flips them upside-down.  From the Settings panel you can choose to optionally show twins or triplets, to make them identical or not, and whether to show the names on the finished kids.

Switch Kids is based on the popular desktop program of the same name by Marblesoft-Simtech.

## Key features

- Switch-accessible input
- Touch screen interaction
- Cause and effect learning
- Goal-oriented activities
- Progress tracking scoreboard
- Multiple interactive games

## Chart rankings

- #192 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switch-kids/id467551739/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2011-12-28*

I paid a lot of money for this app for my son withe severe learning difficulties. We used his Christmas money!! This app freezes all the time and doesn't let u return to the main menu. I am not happy. I feel like its robbed my son of his money. :/

## Frequently asked questions about Switch Kids

### What is Switch Kids?

Switch Kids is a paid educational application designed to teach children cause and effect principles through interactive activities. It is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

### How does Switch Kids work?

Switch Kids can be controlled by touching the screen, using external switches, or by pressing keys on a Bluetooth keyboard. It offers various ways for users to interact and learn.

### What are the main activities in Switch Kids?

Switch Kids features three main activities: Funny Sounds and Faces, Bubble Gum, and Build-A-Kid. Each activity is designed to teach different aspects of cause and effect.

### Does Switch Kids have ads?

No, Switch Kids does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an uninterrupted learning experience.

### What is the age rating for Switch Kids?

Switch Kids is rated '4+' and is suitable for children aged 4 and above. It aims to introduce fundamental computer interaction concepts.

### How often is Switch Kids updated?

Switch Kids was last updated on December 21, 2017, with version 3.2. While updates are not frequent, the core functionality remains stable for its educational purpose.

### Can Switch Kids be used offline?

Yes, Switch Kids is designed to be used offline. Once purchased and downloaded, all its features and activities are accessible without an internet connection.

### What is the price of Switch Kids?

Switch Kids is a paid app priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants full access to all features and content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2 — 2017-12-21

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

Updated for iOS 11.

### 3.1 — 2013-09-11

Minor improvements and tweaks.

### 3.0.2 — 2012-06-02

Fixed a bug where slapping the screen could prevent further gesture recognition.

### 3.0.1 — 2012-04-17

Minor bug fixes.

### 3.0 — 2011-10-28

No release notes.

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