# ScratchJr

> With ScratchJr, young children (ages 5+) can learn to code -- and code to learn!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.scratchjr.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.scratchjr.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.scratchjr.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Scratch Foundation
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 16,635,653
- **Rating:** 3.84 / 5 (39,098 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.11
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-26
- **First published:** 2015-03-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.scratchjr.android)
- **Website:** [http://scratchjr.org](http://scratchjr.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.scratchjr.org/privacy.html](http://www.scratchjr.org/privacy.html)

## Description

ScratchJr is a playful and introductory programming language designed specifically for young children ages 5 and above. It enables kids to create interactive stories and games by snapping together colorful coding blocks that make characters move, jump, dance, and sing. With features like a paint editor, the ability to add voices, sounds, and personal photos, ScratchJr encourages creative self-expression while teaching computational thinking.

Inspired by the popular Scratch platform for older kids, ScratchJr’s interface and programming concepts are tailored to the developmental needs of early learners. This Chrome extension helps children build foundational skills in sequencing, problem solving, math, and literacy — cultivating coding as a new form of literacy. Developed through collaboration between Tufts University, MIT Media Lab, and the Playful Invention Company, ScratchJr is a fun, educational tool to empower the next generation of makers and thinkers.

## Rankings

- #8,995 — Overall
- #6 — programmer
- #25 — program

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

ScratchJr is praised for being fun, beginner-friendly, and rich in activities for making projects and games, but many users complain about a limited feature set, basic tools, and recurring bugs. Some report slow performance and wish for updates. Overall, it’s enjoyed by many as an accessible intro to game/story creation, though it falls short for advanced or asset-heavy visions.

### Pros

- Fun and enjoyable to use
- Beginner-friendly and easy to create games
- Offers many activities and supports making projects, stories, and games
- Generally well-received / loved by many users

### Cons

- Limited features and basic toolset (not suitable for advanced or complex projects)
- Bugs and glitches affecting usability (image display, audio issues, general glitches)
- Requests for updates/improvements reflect ongoing development needs

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