About ScratchJr
ScratchJr is an educational app from the Scratch Foundation that introduces young children to the thinking behind programming. Kids put together simple instructions and watch their characters respond, picking up ideas about order, cause and effect, and trial and error while they play.
What children work on Inside the app, children compose short animated scenes by choosing commands and arranging them in sequence. The focus is on experimentation rather than memorising rules: a child taps, rearranges, and runs the result again until the scene behaves the way they pictured it. That loop of building, testing, and adjusting is the core of the experience.
How it fits the education category Rather than presenting quizzes or flashcards, this app takes the creative, project-driven route that defines much of the education category. Work produced in the app is a child's own creation, so progress shows up as more ambitious projects rather than a score. It suits parents and teachers who want screen time that ends with something made, not just consumed.
Storage and device compatibility The package org.scratchjr.android occupies 26.6 MB on disk, so it installs comfortably alongside other household apps. The build requires Android 4.2+ or newer, and any device running a later release should handle it as well.
Package and release details The current listing is version 1.5.11, published on 2023-11-28. No content rating has been assigned to this entry, so families may want to review the app themselves before handing a device to a younger child.
APK Information
- Version
- 1.5.11
- Size
- 26.6 MB
- Android
- 4.2+
- File type
- APK
- Updated
- Nov 28, 2023
- Package
- org.scratchjr.android
- Developer
- Scratch Foundation
Features
Educational Coding
Kids Learning
Playful Programming
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Android version does this build need?
The compatibility line for this listing gives the required Android version directly: your device must run that version or a later release. Anything newer than the stated floor is generally fine, since the app targets a wide range of devices. If you are unsure which version your phone or tablet is running, you can check it in the device settings under the system or about section before installing.
How much storage space should I free up?
The package file is 26.6 MB, which is small compared with most modern apps. Downloading it needs roughly that amount available, and the installed app may take a little more once the system unpacks it. Leaving a few hundred megabytes free is sensible so that updates can be applied later without the device running short on space.
Which version is listed here, and when was it released?
The version included in this listing is 1.5.11, dated 2023-11-28. That is the release information attached to this entry, and it is the build you receive. If a newer release appears later, the version number and its date will be shown alongside it so you can tell the two apart.
What is the exact package name of the app?
The package identifier for this app is org.scratchjr.android. This is the string the system uses to recognise the installed application, and it is useful when you are checking what is on a device, comparing it with another build, or looking for updates. It stays the same across releases, even as the version number changes.
Who publishes ScratchJr and what kind of app is it?
ScratchJr is published by the Scratch Foundation and is filed under the education category. In other words, it is a learning tool aimed at children rather than a game or entertainment title. The content rating for this entry has not been set, so there is no official age guidance attached to the listing.
