Here are three alternative layouts from the first design and finding what is not engaging making refinements and tweaks to the final layout design.

First design:

Second Design:

Review: From the feedback i have received they did no like the sharp and harsh edges of the white box, and as I wanted this app to be friendly and welcoming i decided to change it and implemented round edges to make it user friendly.

Third and official design:

Review: From the feedback they liked the idea of the rounded edges making it more welcoming for the user however it was basic and it could have more character. I took that advice into consideration and redesigned the layout and designing characteristics.

Review: I received feedback for this design and my fellow peers liked this design as it suits the app and how it is engaging to the target audience. They loved how the text box acts as sand and implementing a sand castle on top was a smart and engaging idea. They also stated that this design is better because there is a theme and everything is well designed, formatted and united.