Hungry Caterpillar Play School

Hungry Caterpillar Play School is a delightful, interactive learning app inspired by Eric Carle’s beloved characters—most famously The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Created for children aged 2 to 6, this award-winning app is designed to support early learning and development using a curriculum grounded in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, one of the most respected early education standards worldwide.

ABCs & Early Literacy

Alphabet knowledge is one of the strongest predictors of future reading success. Kids will trace letters, recognize sounds, and even spell their own names through joyful repetition and gentle guidance—laying a strong foundation for lifelong reading skills.

Early Math

Through playful interactions with numbers 1-10, children develop key math skills and logical reasoning. The app introduces early coding, measurement, pattern recognition, and basic problem-solving—making math approachable and fun from the start.

Creative Arts & Music

Kids can explore their creative side through coloring, collage-making, and pretend play. With hands-on music activities, they’ll learn about notes, scales, chords, and beats—expressing themselves freely through sound and visuals.

Puzzles & Problem Solving

Matching games, jigsaw puzzles, and shape-sorting activities build visual-spatial skills and working memory. These activities challenge young minds while rewarding persistence and focus.

Science & Nature

From exploring animal habitats to understanding basic weather patterns, science and nature modules connect children with the world around them. Kids learn to observe, ask questions, and appreciate the environment—skills that are critical in today’s world.

Health & Wellness

Meditation and mindfulness activities help young children manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and build resilience. This area supports both mental health and focus, preparing them for lifelong emotional wellbeing.

Books, Videos & More

The app offers hundreds of books, songs, videos, and calming meditations. All content is safe, age-appropriate, and carefully selected to support healthy screen time and digital habits.

Subscription Benefits

While sample content is free, subscribing unlocks full access to all features—hundreds of activities, regular content updates, and zero in-app purchases. Subscriptions are available monthly or yearly.

FAQs

1. Is Hungry Caterpillar Play School safe for young children?

Yes! The app is designed specifically for children aged 2-6 with no third-party ads, no in-app purchases for subscribers, and completely age-appropriate content.

2. What kind of educational content does the app include?

The app covers early literacy, math, science, creative arts, music, problem-solving, and wellness—aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.

3. Can my child use the app without Wi-Fi?

Absolutely. You can pre-download content, allowing your child to enjoy and learn offline—perfect for car rides or places without internet access.

4. What are the benefits of subscribing?

Subscribers unlock the full library of activities, books, songs, videos, and meditations—with no ads or extra purchases. New content is regularly added for ongoing learning.

5. Is this app suitable for neurodivergent children?

Yes. Many parents of neurodivergent children praise the app’s gentle, calm environment and flexible, child-led learning approach.

Version History

v14.1.0—18 Jul, 2024

As well as performace upgrades we're celebrating summer. Explore the app with The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Can you find the sailboat? Build your own by completing the tangram puzzle!

v14.0.0—14 Jun, 2024

A cute pig and a big red bird have arrived in our puppet video area. We also did some technical upgrades to ensure your app continues to run smoothly

v13.4.0—5 May, 2024

We’ve added new Puppet videos inspired by Eric Carle’s classic books “Little Cloud” and “The Artist Who Painted A Blue Horse.”