# Water Bears EDU

> 3D puzzle game for educational institutions teaching Systems Thinking concepts. (iPhone/iPad app by Schell Games.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/water-bears-edu/id964924572 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Schell Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/385531322)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.75/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 135 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/water-bears-edu/id964924572/reviews.md

## What is Water Bears EDU?

*** This EDU version of Water Bears is for educational institutions only. For access, sign up at glasslabgames.org. ***

Water Bears EDU is a 3D puzzle game that gives students hands-on experience with Systems Thinking concepts.

Each puzzle starts with a set of water bears that are sad, dehydrated, and desperately in need of some water! Players use pipes, along with spatial reasoning, color mixing, and systems thinking skills, to redirect the water until all of the water bears are hydrated and happy.

Water Bears EDU was built in collaboration with the Creativity Labs at Indiana University and is based on a prototype funded by the MacArthur Foundation. The game comes with real-time reports, a teacher’s guide, and sample lesson plans that can easily compliment or supplement your existing curriculum. These instructional resources help make learning visible, and are available on glasslabgames.org!

IMPORTANT: This app requires a GlassLab Games account to play; requires a persistent Internet connection; requires acceptance of GlassLab's Privacy Policy; and collects data through COPPA-compliant analytics technology (see Privacy Policy for details).

A standalone version of this game, that does not integrate with GlassLab Games, is also available in the App Store under the name "Water Bears".

## Key features

- 3D puzzle gameplay
- Systems Thinking concepts
- Spatial reasoning challenges
- Color mixing mechanics
- Real-time student reports
- Teacher's guide and lesson plans

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/water-bears-edu/id964924572/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Boo

*2026-04-13, version 1.0.2*

I try to press log in it takes me to a law thingy

### 5/5 — Love it :)

*2020-07-29*

LOVE IT 🥴🥴🥴🥴

### 5/5 — Great game!!

*2015-05-26, version 1.0.2*

Our science teacher has us do this in class and it is so much fun! I love it and the water bears are so dang cute!

## Frequently asked questions about Water Bears EDU

### What is Water Bears EDU?

Water Bears EDU is a 3D puzzle game designed for educational institutions to teach students about Systems Thinking concepts through interactive gameplay.

### How does Water Bears EDU teach Systems Thinking?

Players use pipes and spatial reasoning to redirect water to thirsty creatures, learning about interconnected systems and problem-solving in a hands-on way.

### What educational resources are included with Water Bears EDU?

The game comes with real-time reports for students, a teacher's guide, and sample lesson plans to help integrate the game into existing curricula.

### Is Water Bears EDU available for individual students or parents?

This EDU version is specifically for educational institutions. A separate standalone version, 'Water Bears', is available in the App Store for individual use.

### What are the technical requirements for Water Bears EDU?

Water Bears EDU requires a GlassLab Games account, a persistent internet connection, and acceptance of GlassLab's Privacy Policy. It is available on iPad.

### What is the age rating for Water Bears EDU?

Water Bears EDU has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger students to engage with educational concepts.

### Does Water Bears EDU collect user data?

Yes, Water Bears EDU collects data through COPPA-compliant analytics technology. Details can be found in the app's Privacy Policy.

### How often is Water Bears EDU updated?

The latest version of Water Bears EDU is 1.0.2, which was last updated on March 24, 2015. There have been no updates since its initial release.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.2 — 2015-03-24

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

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