PhET Simulations for Android

Product snapshot

This Android app bundles 85 popular HTML5 interactive simulations for math and science, with many focused on chemistry and physics topics. It’s free to use and designed to run even when the device is offline, so simulations are available without an internet connection.

Platform and offline capability

The simulations are built with HTML5 for broad compatibility and optimized for Android devices. Because they can be used entirely offline, students and families can continue lessons anywhere—at home, on the bus, or in low-connectivity settings.

For families and caregivers

Parents can explore core concepts such as atoms, energy, and basic physical laws alongside their children. The family area includes hands-on simulations and short activities to reinforce classroom learning. Caregivers can create dedicated homework folders for each child, add supporting photos or videos, and set review priorities so follow-up is focused and meaningful.

For teachers and classroom use

Educators get a central workspace to maintain, organize, and update their library of simulations. Teachers may assign specific sims to classes, lead discussions tied to each activity, and monitor what learners have completed and understood. The interface provides tools for tracking student progress and keeping instructional materials current.

Student workspace and progress tracking

The student section empowers learners to set personal goals, work through assigned simulations, and monitor their own completion status. Teachers and parents can both view results and provide feedback; teachers can grade assignments directly within the app. Parents are also able to invite a child’s classmates or their classroom to engage with selected sims when appropriate.

Notable features

• 85 interactive HTML5 simulations spanning math, chemistry, and physics
• Offline operation on Android devices for uninterrupted access
• Separate areas tailored to families, educators, and students
• Homework folders that accept photos, videos, and other media
• Tools for assigning sims, grading, and reviewing student work
• Student goal-setting and completion tracking

How these features help

• Students gain ownership of their learning by setting and tracking goals
• Parents can enhance assignments with multimedia evidence and notes
• Teachers keep resources organized and current for classroom use
• Instructors can assign, discuss, and evaluate sims in one place
• Offline availability removes reliance on a steady internet connection
• Simulations provide interactive practice in core chemistry and physics ideas