Collection

Science Games for Kids

Educational games that teach real science through play. Physics, biology, space, ecology, and nutrition — designed by university researchers and research institutions.

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ISS Explorer

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Interactive 3D model letting users explore the International Space Station by rotating, zooming, and selecting components to view specific information.
NASAMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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Light Up the Cave

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
First-grade simulation letting students experiment with light sources in virtual dark environments, introducing reflectivity, beams, and shadow concepts.
Smithsonian InstitutionPhysical Sciences
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Mini Golf Motion

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Educational app where users design mini golf solutions by applying physics and engineering principles aligned with kindergarten science standards.
Smithsonian InstitutionPhysical Sciences
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Morphy!

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Morphy! teaches fourth-grade students how animals use external structures for survival through an interactive life science game with alien character.
Smithsonian InstitutionLife Sciences
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NASA Selfies

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Creates shareable space selfies by superimposing user photos onto virtual spacesuits against captivating images from NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope.
NASAMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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NYU Tandon Vision VR

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
NYU Tandon Vision VR lets users pilot a student-designed robot on Mars, showcasing the university's robotics program to engage prospective students.
New York UniversityMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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Penguin Protection

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Simulation casting primary students as rockhopper penguin parents, teaching first-graders about animal life cycles, parental care, and survival behaviors.
Smithsonian InstitutionLife Sciences
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Pick Your Plate!

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Educational game teaching students to build healthy meals using nutritional guidelines and budgets from countries worldwide.
Smithsonian InstitutionFood Science & Nutrition
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Pick Your Plate! - Español

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Educational nutrition game where students plan healthy daily meals using food guides and budgets from eight countries to learn balanced eating.
Smithsonian InstitutionFood Science & Nutrition
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Q?rioso

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Q?rioso teaches users about terrestrial and marine wildlife through an educational card game based on Smithsonian research on biodiversity and ecosystems.
Smithsonian InstitutionLife Sciences
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Quirkies Evolution

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Quirkies Evolution teaches evolutionary concepts as players breed creatures, simulate natural selection, and track genetic changes through survival mini-games.
Indiana UniversityLife Sciences
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Rocket Lab

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Virtual rocket design game where players select components like propellant and control systems, balancing reliability, cost, and performance goals.
Smithsonian InstitutionMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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Rocket Science: Ride 2 Station

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Rocket Science: Ride 2 Station simulates commercial crew missions, letting users build rockets and dock with the International Space Station.
NASAMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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Saving Draggy

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Saving Draggy introduces children ages five to ten to basic financial concepts through an adventure game quest to find a dragon.
Michigan State UniversityEconomics & Political Science
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Saving Magic

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Saving Magic is a free fantasy adventure game where players climb towers, learn spells, and stop dragons from stealing magic.
Michigan State UniversityVisual & Performing Arts
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Saving with Piggy

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Saving with Piggy teaches children ages 2-5 U.S. coin identification and value through animated games introducing financial literacy.
Michigan State UniversityEconomics & Political Science
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Science at 100,000 Feet

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Science at 100,000 Feet lets middle school students create and fly virtual high altitude balloon experiments guided by atmospheric scientists.
University of Colorado BoulderEarth & Environmental Sciences
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Sector 33 Classroom Edition

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Sector 33 Classroom Edition places students as air traffic controllers, using math and problem-solving skills to manage aircraft and encourage STEM.
NASAMechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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Shutterbugs: Wiggle and Stomp

FreeiOS
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Shutterbugs: Wiggle and Stomp teaches children about movement by photographing virtual Smithsonian Zoo animals with printable coloring pages.
Smithsonian InstitutionLife Sciences
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Sugar Simulation

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Simulation showing particle behavior when sugar dissolves in water and evaporates, aligned with fifth-grade physical science curriculum on material properties.
Smithsonian InstitutionPhysical Sciences
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Sunlight on the National Mall

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Sunlight on the National Mall displays the sun's changing arc over the Smithsonian Castle during Winter and Spring with 360-degree views.
Smithsonian InstitutionPhysical Sciences
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Tami's Tower

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Tami's Tower introduces kindergarten through second grade students to engineering design principles by building towers to help tamarins reach food.
Smithsonian InstitutionCivil & Environmental Engineering
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Tami's Tower - Español

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Tami's Tower Español is an educational game introducing basic engineering design principles to kindergarten through second grade emerging readers building towers.
Smithsonian InstitutionCivil & Environmental Engineering
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Trot To Trophy 2: TPR AR

FreeiOS Android
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Trot To Trophy 2 guides equine science students through virtual horse wellness exams using augmented reality technology.
North Carolina State UniversityVeterinary Medicine