# Educational Scientific Apps 'The Earth' by Tinybob is a Fun and Interactive App for Kids By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scientific-apps References: [yahoo](https://www.yahoo.com/tech/kids-app-of-the-week-the-earth-by-tinybop-163038711.html) Tinybob is a Brooklyn startup that specializes in [education scientific apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/science-activity-kits). Its latest installment called 'The Earth' is a fun and [interactive tool for kids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfunhub) that teaches them exactly what happens beneath our feet. Much of the teaching is done through play, and the app features interesting games that teach them about Geology in a mature and sophisticated manner. Instead of relying on kid-friendly characters and charismatic voice overs, the app's designers made the earth a character in and of itself. The app has stunning illustrations that are activated through touch. Instead of a repetitive sand dune animation, the sand dune's motion changes depending on how a user touches it. The goal for the app is to prompt kids to be curious about the earth and ask questions. Unlike other kid-friendly scientific apps, 'The Earth' works only through [exploration and discovery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globekin), not dictation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Interactive Learning:** The trend of interactive learning apps provides opportunities for engaging and immersive educational experiences. - **Gamification:** The trend of gamification in educational apps allows for the integration of fun and interactive elements that enhance the learning process. - **Hands-on Exploration:** The trend of hands-on exploration in educational apps encourages kids to actively discover and learn about different subjects. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Edtech:** The EdTech industry can leverage interactive learning apps to create innovative and effective educational tools. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of gamification in educational apps to create engaging and educational games. - **STEM Education:** The STEM education industry can utilize hands-on exploration apps to foster curiosity and interest in science, technology, engineering, and math subjects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real-World Adventure Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scratch-earth.md) - [Child-Focused Education Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norbys-world.md) - [Personalized Child Education Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandbox-group.md) - [Parenting Course Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parenting-course-app.md) - [Cognitive Play Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toddlr.md) - [Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/math-learner.md) - [Kids Drawing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-coloring-drawing-book-app.md) - [Omni-Education Learning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bytesized-app.md) - [Immersive EdTech Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandbox-ar.md)