Who doesn’t like playing with bubble wrap? BubbleFREE is a free iPod/iPhone app that appeals to children and adults. This app simulates the experience of popping those familiar plastic bubbles while keeping track of how many are burst. With a convenient 60-second timer, BubbleFREE challenges kids (and adults) to pop the most bubbles before time runs out. As an added challenge, bubbles re-inflate after a few seconds, so the fun never ends. So, how do we justify using this is an academic setting? First, BubbleFREE is useful for developing fine motor skills. It is a great non-threatening way to introduce the iPod or iPad to new users. BubbleFREE can also serve as a reward for students who meet their target goals.
