The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore 1.1.0

StoryToys Entertainment Limited ❘ Commercial ❘
iOS
out of 2189 votes

An Interactive Delight for Early Readers

Boris Weber

05/06/2025

The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore brings Eric Carle's beloved story to life with charming interactive features and educational games that engage young minds.

Tech With Kids Best Pick App

The app The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ & Friends - Play & Explore brings beloved characters from Eric Carle's books to life in a stunning 3D pop-up format. It offers a variety of fun and educational games and activities for children.

Now, all users can enjoy our new additions - Jigsaw Puzzle, 3D Stickerbook, and Spot The Difference - for free! No additional in-app purchases required.

It is important to note that this app showcases the beautiful artwork of Eric Carle and presents new educational games and activities, rather than featuring the original story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Join characters like The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, Mister Seahorse, The Very Quiet Cricket, and more from Eric Carle's best-selling books like Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Mixed-Up Chameleon, and 10 Little Rubber Ducks.
Engage in activities that support counting, sorting, and memory skills.
Learn about healthy eating habits and fascinating facts about caterpillars, seahorses, chameleons, and other animals.
The app offers five language versions in a single package: English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese!

Features:

Award-winning 3D technology enhances the visual experience.
Gentle animations give life to the characters.
Activities are fun and easy to engage with.
Earn badges for completing extra puzzles and challenges in every scene.

Games:

Guide the famous caterpillar towards healthy fruits as it wriggles across the garden.
Play hide-and-seek with Mister Seahorse and the baby seahorses in the depths of the ocean.
Help the Brown Bear navigate a forest maze to find her cub.
Nurture The Tiny Seed into a beautiful flower with the help of the sun and a Little Cloud.
Watch The Mixed Chameleon change color as you help it catch bugs with its long tongue!
Complete jigsaw puzzles featuring your favorite characters.

This app is guaranteed to bring smiles to fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!

STORYTOYS AWARDS:

Kidscreen 2016 Award
The Bologna Ragazzi Digital Award, 2015
11 Children's Technology Review Editor's Choice Awards
2 iLounge awards for best kids' app
2 Mom's Choice gold awards
Mom's Choice Silver award
Shortlist nominations for the FutureBook Digital Innovation Award
Best Kids' App Ever winner
Longlisted for the DBW Publishing innovation award
9 Tech With Kids Best Pick App Awards

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Overview

The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by StoryToys Entertainment Limited.

The latest version of The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore is 1.1.0, released on 10/09/2023. It was initially added to our database on 10/09/2023.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Engaging interactive animations that bring the story to life for children.
Educational games and activities included that promote learning and development.
Beautiful illustrations that mirror the original book, appealing to young readers.
Encourages early literacy and reading skills with a familiar story.
Safe environment for children; no ads or in-app purchases.

Cons

Limited gameplay may reduce long-term engagement for some users.
The app may not be suitable for older children due to its simplicity.
Some technical issues have been reported on certain devices, potentially affecting user experience.
Content may be repetitive after multiple play sessions.
The app requires a download and storage space which may not be ideal for all users.

FAQ

What is The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore?

It is an interactive educational app based on Eric Carle's beloved children's book, designed for young children to explore and learn through play.

What age group is this app suitable for?

The app is mainly aimed at preschool children aged 2 to 5 years.

What features does the app offer?

The app includes a variety of activities such as interactive games, puzzles, and mini-stories that engage children with the story and characters.

Can the app be used without an internet connection?

Yes, once downloaded, the app can be used offline, although some features may require an internet connection.

Is The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Play & Explore available on multiple platforms?

Yes, it is available on iOS and Android devices.

Is there a free trial or demo version available?

There may be a free version or demo with limited features; however, the full version typically requires a purchase.

Are there any in-app purchases?

Yes, while some content is free, additional activities or features may require in-app purchases.

Does the app have any educational value?

Absolutely! The app promotes early literacy skills, fine motor skills, and problem-solving through engaging gameplay aligned with educational standards.

What languages does the app support?

The app supports multiple languages, including English and several others, allowing for language learning opportunities.

How do I contact customer support for issues with the app?

Customer support can typically be reached through the app's settings menu or via StoryToys’ official website.

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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