It covers topics including the big bang, explains what a black hole is, how planets are generated, the birth of the galaxy, the evolution of species including dinosaur extinction and fossil hunting. When you load the app you tap the screen and discover how the universe began in a big bang. You then move step by step through the various stages colliding and matching planets to create a galaxy. Learn all about comets and how to recognize them along with Saturn and it's rings, the earth, the moon and the sun. Next you are introduced to cells and how they split to create a creature which evolves from a fish to a dinosaur. There is a fossil matching games, help the dinosaur and feed the dinosaur game which are interactive and engaging.
Match the planets to make a Galaxy
Learn facts about the sun, planets, comets and black holes
Ben loves Earth School and I have found it a fantastic app to keep him entertained while out and about. He has learned so much from it and can easily recognize comets, planets, black holes and talk about them in a very knowledgeable way for a three year old. The graphics are bright and colourful, the interface is kid friendly and easy to navigate with fun characters that are sure to appeal to little ones.
Evolution!
Feed the dinosaur: one of the many fun & interactive games encouraging shape recognition and developing fine motor skills
Earth School is available to download from the App Store for both iPhone and iPad costing £0.69. It is recommended for children aged 2-6 years.
