# Zoo Train

> Educational games and interactive train building for preschoolers with sticker rewards. (iPhone/iPad app by Busy Bee Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoo-train/id407870968 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Busy Bee Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/407870972)
- Category: Education, Games, Family
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.93/5 from 55 App Store ratings · 123 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 125 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2010-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoo-train/id407870968/reviews.md

## What is Zoo Train?

Zoo Train features 5 different educational games plus sticker rewards for kids 2-5. Award-winning, kid-tested and lots of fun, Zoo Train lets preschoolers learn as they play!

- Games with alphabet, letters, making words, patterns and shapes, puzzle logic, hand-eye coordination, and music  fun 
  
- Kids can build their own train, complete with train engines, a variety of cars - then watch it animate and ride in the location of their choice!

- A reward-based sticker activity keeps kids excited about building their collection

- Friendly vocal reinforcement helps kids learn letter names and recognize word spellings

- High-quality music, sound effects and animation throughout the games

- Easy & intuitive interface that doesn’t require instruction - kids as young as 2 can learn through exploring

Zoo Train has received praise from parents and reviewers alike, including the Parents' Choice Awards - and it's a universal app so you can play on both your iPhone and iPad.


***PRIVACY AND SAFETY***
We are proud of our stance on privacy and treat your child's privacy very seriously. This app: 
- does not collect, access or transmit any personal information
- does not contain any ads
- does not contain any in-app purchases
- does not contain any social media integration


***QUESTIONS?***
Please contact us at preschoolgames@busybeestudios.com!
(No sound?  Please check your audio settings! More info at http://www.busybeestudios.com)

## Key features

- Alphabet and letter games
- Word building activities
- Pattern and shape recognition
- Puzzle logic and coordination
- Customizable train builder
- Sticker reward system
- Music and sound effects

## What do users think of Zoo Train?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👶 Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 1-4)
- 🎓 Educational content (letters, shapes, words, spelling)
- 🚂 Engaging train and animal-themed gameplay
- 🎨 Colorful, polished graphics and design
- 🎵 Fun music and sound effects (when working)
- 🧩 Multiple games in one app (5 different activities)
- 💪 Develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- ⭐ Reward system with stickers for motivation
- 🎯 Intuitive interface easy for young children to navigate
- 💰 Good value for price (under $2)
- ♿ Beneficial for children with special needs and autism
- 🔄 Long-lasting engagement and replayability
- 📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad

**Cons**

- 🔊 Sound not working (most critical recurring issue)
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🎮 Limited content (few puzzles and words)
- ⚙️ Touchscreen drag-and-drop glitches
- 📱 Poor iPhone 5 screen scaling
- 🔄 Games cycle through same content repeatedly
- 🆘 Inadequate customer support for troubleshooting
- ⏰ Content mastered quickly by children
- 🌍 English-only language support
- 🎯 Some games too easy or too hard for certain ages
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sound/audio not working on iPad and iPhone
- App crashes and freezes
- Puzzle pieces not snapping into place properly
- Drag-and-drop gestures not responding or jumping back
- Track puzzle pieces not accepting correct placements
- Back arrow accidentally triggered on iPhone, losing progress
- Screen scaling issues on iPhone 5
- Compatibility problems after updates
- FAQ website not loading for troubleshooting

**Most requested features**

- More puzzles and varied puzzle types
- Additional words and spelling content
- More train tracks and building variations
- French language support
- Sound output options (phonetic sounds for letters)
- Visual letter highlighting during word spelling
- More animated animals and characters
- Ability to lock letter order in spelling game for proper learning
- Additional games and activities
- Expanded content updates

## Recent user reviews (10 of 123)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoo-train/id407870968/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love this app but sound quit working

*2024-02-12*

All 4 of my kids played this one when they were little over the last 12 years. It teaches them shape recognition in the puzzles, letters, identifying sounds in a song. Lots of fun! The sound quit working all of a sudden though!

### 5/5 — Nostalgia!

*2022-06-20*

I found this game I used to play when I was little, and I am Re-downloading it for nostalgia! I can’t wait to play this game again! I loved it so much!

### 5/5 — Helpful game!

*2022-05-15*

My little brother is playing the game all day and loves it. He learns the words in the game!

### 1/5 — No sound.

*2022-01-31*

Wasted a dollar. Sounds doesn’t work and the website they give to fix it doesn’t load. Child is very disappointed

### 1/5 — No sound

*2019-04-16*

Cant fix the sound even with the nstructions on faq. Please fix this.

### 1/5 — No sound

*2018-05-15*

My grandson loves this app but now has no sound!!! Please fix it!! Guess I’ll have to delete it. 😞

**Developer response:** Hi - please check our website for info on how to fix your sound issue: https://busybeestudios.com/games/faq.html#zootrain

### 1/5 — Everyone should dounload this app

*2018-04-26*

Zoo train is the king of the crashing apps.

**Developer response:** Hi - please check our website for info on how to fix your sound issue: https://busybeestudios.com/games/faq.html#zootrain

### 5/5 — The tiny kid game

*2018-04-24, version 3.6*

My little sister is two and she loves this game it’s really interesting for her!!!

### 1/5 — No sound

*2017-04-02*

Bought the app but there is no sound, deleted it and re-loaded it and still no sound please help let me know what I need to do... The apps that are free are working better than the ones that are costly

**Developer response:** Hi - please check our website for info on how to fix your sound issue: https://busybeestudios.com/games/faq.html#zootrain

### 5/5 — Great for little train lovers!

*2017-01-13*

My 2 year old LOVES this app. Building the trains is definitely his favorite part (solo), but he likes the puzzles and track laying (with help). 

I'm so thankful there were instructions to get the sound to work. We played it on our kindle first and really missed the sounds!

## Frequently asked questions about Zoo Train

### What does Zoo Train do?

Zoo Train provides five educational games for children aged 2-5, focusing on letters, words, patterns, shapes, and logic. It also features a fun train building activity and a sticker reward system to keep children engaged while they learn.

### What kind of games are included in Zoo Train?

The app includes games that teach the alphabet, letter names, word spelling, pattern recognition, shape identification, puzzle logic, and hand-eye coordination. There are also musical elements and engaging sound effects.

### Is Zoo Train free to download and play?

Yes, Zoo Train is completely free. It does not contain any advertisements or in-app purchases, ensuring a safe and uninterrupted experience for young children.

### What age range is Zoo Train suitable for?

Zoo Train is designed for children aged 2 to 5 years old. The interface is intuitive and requires no instruction, allowing even the youngest explorers to learn through play.

### Can I use Zoo Train on multiple devices?

Yes, Zoo Train is a universal app, meaning you can play it on both your iPhone and iPad without needing to purchase it separately for each device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6 — 2015-01-23

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

Fixed issues for users running iOS 7.1.2

### 3.5 — 2015-01-08

Optimized for iPhone 6+
Minor fixes and improvements
Keep the suggestions coming - more updates on the way!

### 3.0 — 2014-10-14

Updated for retina display devices!

### 2.1 — 2013-10-04

Improved train animation in the Train Builder game.

### 2.0 — 2013-09-13

More puzzles, more train track patterns, more train cars, more words to spell, a new song, plus lots of new stickers to add to your suitcase!

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