Star Slinger
Pull back, aim and hit the target with a slingshot. A free aiming game for kids that teaches distance and direction, with wind and moving targets, and no ads.
- 5–12 yearsSuggested ages
- Estimating distanceMain skill
- FreeNo ads, no in-app purchases
- Any devicePhone, tablet or computer
About Star Slinger
Star Slinger is a slingshot game about judging distance and direction. Children pull the rock back to set the power and pull to the side to aim, just like a real slingshot, then let go to fire. After each shot the game says what to change, like "Too short" or "A bit to the left".
Each game is 10 shots at a target that moves to a new spot every time. Switch on wind, a moving target, or both, to make it trickier.
How to play Star Slinger
- Pull the rock down and back: the further you pull, the further it flies.
- Pull to the side to aim. Pull left to shoot right, and right to shoot left.
- Let go to fire, then read the tip about your shot.
- Hit the bullseye for 10 points. A game is 10 shots, up to 100 points.
What children learn
- Estimating distanceJudging how hard to pull for each target.
- Direction and anglesLearning that pulling left shoots right.
- Learning from feedbackAdjusting each shot based on the last one.
- Cause and effectSeeing how wind changes the rock's flight.
Great for ages 5 to 12
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Levels and difficulty
Easy has big, close targets; Medium smaller, further targets; Hard small, far targets. Wind and a moving target can be switched on at any difficulty, and get stronger and faster on harder levels.
Tips for parents and teachers
- Ask your child to guess how far away the target is using the distance lines.
- Try a game with wind and talk about why the rock drifts.
Star Slinger questions
What do the extras do?
Wind pushes the rock sideways, more on long shots, and a moving target slides from side to side, even while the rock flies.
Is Star Slinger free?
Yes. Star Slinger is completely free, with no ads and no in-app purchases.
Do I need to download Star Slinger?
No. It plays right in the web browser on phones, tablets and computers. You can also add it to your home screen like an app.
Does my child need an account?
No. Anyone can play straight away. A free Wizzymoon account is optional: it saves progress across devices and puts scores on leaderboards.
Is Star Slinger safe for children?
Yes. There are no ads, no chat and no links to other sites. The only thing other players can see is a username on a leaderboard.
Ready to play Star Slinger?
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