By Kelly Hodgkins, TUAW
It’s that time of the year again when parents, teachers and students start thinking about heading back to school. If you have an iOS device, you can supplement your child’s education and stimulate them to get involved with quality educational iOS apps. Here are some of the best titles for children in the middle school-aged group:
Star Walk 2 – Guide to the Sky Day and Night [iOS Universal; $2.99]
Star Walk 2 (TUAW)
Star Walk 2 is an excellent stargazing tool that combines astronomical data with an easy-to-use UI. Just point your iPhone or iPad at the night-time sky and be wowed by the wonders of the universe. More than just a star identification tool, Star Walk 2 also contains 3D models for Planetary nebulae, Constellations, Dwarf planets, comets, asteroids and Man-made satellites.
Nova Elements
NOVA Elements [iPad; Free]
NOVA Elements brings the Periodic Table to life with stunning graphics and mind-blowing videos that showcase the unique properties of the elements. It’s a must-have supplement for any chemistry or earth sciences curriculum.
Pixel Press
Pixel Press Floors: Draw Your Own Video Game [iOS Universal; Free]
Pixel Press Floors makes it easy for students to create, publish and play their own games. With its “Draw-in-App” tools”, Pixel Press Floors allows students to draw their games, with the app translating the drawing into code. No coding is required. Once published, a game can be shared to the “Arcade”, where other users can play levels that the student has created. Though coding is not part of the package, the app teaches students the design and user interface side of app development.
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