If you’re spending more quality time with your iPhone or iPod than you are with your kids, you may want to download this little app. Whirleo is an eco-themed app game that can help you connect with your kids while teaching them the importance of saving the planet and fighting pollution. This fun-with-a-message app is pretty affordable — the first seven levels of the new game are free and players can unlock 23 additional levels for just $0.99.

Details: Whirleo follows the journey of a group of colorful, spinning tops that whirl across the planet Rotopolis. As they move around the planet, each Whirleo cleans up pollutants released by the begrimed Guzzler (we know the type). Using their mobile device’s accelerometer, players can spin, tilt and jump as the Whirleo characters travel across land, sky and water. Characters locate hidden power-ups, discover magic crystals and solve puzzles while earning Greeno to purchase special boosts and limited edition Whirleo characters. Built specifically for Apple mobile devices by Smith & Tinker, Whirleo is recommended for ages 7 and up. Download the app @ Apple’s iTunes store.

An added plus — the good folks at Whirleo donate a portion of proceeds to 1% for the Planet.

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