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Hungry Caterpillar Play School

by StoryToys Limited

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 30 Aug 2026

Quick verdict

What it is
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At a glance
  • From $4.16/mo
  • Free to download
  • In-app purchases

Categories and search queries

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Key functions

Function Availability Access Scope Evidence
Family Sharing Yes Unknown App Store Store published
Free app Yes Free Store published
In-app purchases Yes Limited free Store published

Screens

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23 store screenshots

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Pricing & paywalls

App Store

  • Annual - Best Value — $49.99/year ($4.16/mo)
  • Big Savings - Pay Annually — $59.99/year ($4.99/mo)
  • Learning - Pay Yearly - Save! — $59.99/year ($4.99/mo)
  • Learning - Pay Monthly — $6.99/month
  • Learning - Pay Monthly — $7.99/month
  • Learning - Pay Monthly — $9.99/month
  • Start learning – Pay monthly — $7.99/month
  • Limited Offer - Pay Monthly — $9.99/month
  • Monthly Membership — $9.99/month
  • Special Offer — $2.99

Ratings & reviews

App Store

4.2 22983 ratings · App Store

  1. 4/5Looks pretty good so far but FIX TYPOS, please!

    We just started our free trial, as our three year old loves Eric Carle (and quite frankly, the limited content was way too limited to get a real sense of the app). We are enjoying the bright colors, familiar characters, and variety of games/subjects. Since the book section wasn’t available in our limited content exploration, we went to read one—the one about the frog. The pictures are cute, the information is age appropriate and the animations, though limited, are fun (the sound effects are especially appreciated by my preschooler). BUT! Imagine my surprise to find a typo! Yes it’s a common mistake —“its” incorrectly is spelled “it’s”—but COME ON!!! This is a LEARNING APP and there are grammar errors?!! Not cool. Not appreciated. And definitely NOT what I expect from anything Eric Carle-related (he’s a Big Deal in our household). For the money that we are expected to pay with the auto-renewal, I expect better editing and proofreading. Please look over AND CORRECT the text of the books and other sections of the app as part of the next update!

    ShiGold · 30 Aug 2026

  2. 4/5Ads

    This is a really great app for kids, done really well. My daughter and I both enjoy all the fun things to do with in the app. I like how the content is updated frequently. My only complaint is the ads inside the App even after purchasing subscription for one year. I often pay to have ads removed so my daughter doesn’t encounter them while playing apps. Ads are such a nuisance and distracting, especially in the middle of gameplay. It would be my suggestion that you remove ads inside the game for subscription users.

    Seagreenx777 · 30 Aug 2026

  3. 5/5Great app! Please don’t let Mickey ruin it again!

    Update 1/3/19: I appreciate the apology. Have revised from 1 to 5 stars. It’s a great app provided Mickey Mouse stays far away. Original 12/25 review: This has been the only app I’ve ever let my 2.5 year old use. I’ve paid more for this app than any other. After using the free trial, we subsequently paid for the subscription and it has helped my kid learn letters and numbers. I’ve appreciated the relative simplicity and the lack of flashiness when compared with similar educational apps. Until this morning. This morning, Mickey Mouse Disney ads started popping up every minute. It’s ruining the experience and is infuriating. We’ll be cancelling if this isn’t eliminated. Please fix this and apologize for what was essentially a bait-and-switch move. Even if the frequency of the ads was an unintentional bug, its still unacceptable to try to sneakily show advertisements to my child.

    Daanyul · 30 Aug 2026

  4. 5/5Worth Paying For

    My autistic son has been hyperfixated on Eric Carle books since he was tiny, and so this game tapped into that love and opened up a world of learning! This whole app is amazing. My son has spent a jillion hours practicing tracing his letters, listening to books, learning to spell his name, and even learning abstract concepts that tee up early coding! The music is gentle, and the animation is beautiful. We both love how interactive everything is on the app, too. Seriously, this app has been an incredible tool for helping feed my son’s innate love of learning!!

    LocalGirlDJ · 30 Aug 2026

  5. 5/5So very thankful for this app. Its everything!!!

    Where do I start? This educational app Als well made+ so creative. For someone who appreciates great ASMR'!!! The train is my sons favorite he loves the alphabet especially matching them so he has learned to identify the upper and lowercase letter and he is 3 he loves the spelling of his name which is so cool it’s a whole page for the, to learn to spell their name!! Just makes me wanna cancel all other subscription and just keep this one I love it and so does he it should win the best app of the year seriously! Thank you

    Pac-Man0317 · 30 Aug 2026

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Versions

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  • 14.0.0

    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.

  • 14.1.0

    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!​

  • 14.2.0

    We are highlighting our math literacy content this month. Get your child pre-school ready with our pre math books SIZES and MORE AND LESS which help prepare kids for learning the basic concepts they need to set them up for success.

  • 14.2.5

    We are highlighting our math literacy content this month. Get your child pre-school ready with our pre math books SIZES and MORE AND LESS which help prepare kids for learning the basic concepts they need to set them up for success.

  • 14.3.0

    Discover nature with "The Bear and the Bees"! Explore bees, flowers, and animal care in a fun, interactive, Montessori-aligned activity.

  • 14.4.0

    Get ready for Halloween with our latest updates! Watch the new Halloween-themed Very Busy Spider Puppet Video and enjoy an autumnal theme on the main menu. Check out seasonal Halloween content in the What's New and Featured sections, and now your Caterpillar can earn pumpkins as rewards for completing activities.

  • 14.5.0

    Winter season is here and we have decorated the app with festive colors. There's also a new puppet video featuring a cute frog and a cricket! There have been lots of technical updates too to make sure your app is technically as up to date as possible.

  • 14.6.0

    Santa is hiding in different places in the app. Can you find him There's also a new puppet video featuring a seal and a gorilla!

  • 15.0.0

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar is excited for 2025. This update includes technical improvements and bug fixes.

  • 15.1.0

    Enjoy the full text of Eric Carle’s The Very Lonely Firefly, now brought to life in a delightful video read by a friendly actor. A magical storytelling experience awaits!

  • 15.2.0

    We’ve added a new puppet video featuring adorable cats. Plus, since springtime is here, why not listen to the full text of The Very Hungry Caterpillar?

  • 15.3.0

    Celebrate Earth Day by exploring our books about Life In The Ocean and Why Does It Rain? We’ve also added an amazing Art and Craft video: Learn how to make your very own seahorse.

  • 15.4.0

    Meet our Sheep Puppets, the latest addition to our unique video lineup! Celebrate art and creativity all month long with our fun songs and coloring tools. Let your little one explore, express, and enjoy the magic of making art.

  • 16.0.0

    This month we have a new puppet video in the form of beautiful seahorses. We’re focusing on STEM learning this month by highlighting Tangrams, Explore 123, and the very catchy Double Double Dance video.

  • 16.1.0

    Shine bright this summer with new learning adventures! Meet magical firefly puppets in our latest video: Meet playful, glowing friends inspired by the wonder-filled world of Eric Carle.

  • 16.2.0

    Make a splash this back-to-school season! Enjoy the full story of Mister Seahorse by Eric Carle, read aloud by a friendly storyteller. Then explore our playful ABC and 123 activities to keep little learners engaged.

  • 16.3.0

    Fall into Reading with Hungry Caterpillar Play School! This update introduces a brand-new Firefly art & craft video to inspire hands-on creativity. We’re also shining a spotlight on favorite literacy activities like Baker! Baker! Bake Me Some Bread, Things I See in the Sky, and The New Hats. Designed to build early reading skills.

  • 17.0.0

    It's that spooky time of year. We've got a new art and craft video to suit the season. Learn how to make cats with clay. Plus we've decorated the app with autumnal cheer.

  • 17.1.0

    New Video: Make Your Own Snowflakes! Get crafty this season with our latest Art & Craft video! Learn how to create beautiful snowflakes with easy steps and fun materials. Perfect for wintery days and holiday decorating!

  • 18.0.0

    A new Storytime video: Dream Snow Snuggle up and step into a magical snow-blanketed farm with the farmer and his five animals in Eric Carle’s beloved winter tale. In this special Storytime edition, a friendly actor brings the story to life. Perfect for children to listen, watch, and follow along.

  • 18.1.0

    Sing in the new year with Hungry Caterpillar Play School by singing along to the songs peppered around the app. This update is mostly technical upgrades and improvements.

  • 18.1.5

    Celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s anniversary! This update focuses on behind-the-scenes technical enhancements to keep everything running smoothly.

  • 18.2.0

    Celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s anniversary! This update focuses on behind-the-scenes technical enhancements to keep everything running smoothly.

  • 19.0.0

    Technical improvements to keep your experience smooth. Plus we're highlighting content in the app which celebrates Earth Day and nature in general.

  • 19.1.0 · 30 Jul 2026

    Technical improvements to keep your experience smooth. Plus we're highlighting content in the app which celebrates Earth Day and nature in general.

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