Alphabet Book

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Common Sense Media says

Ads, loud buzzer mar otherwise engaging learning app.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Alphabet Book is a kids app that aims help children learn to identify letters, shapes, and numbers. In the "learn" section, kids can scroll through different shapes, numbers, and letters while a narrator pronounces each item. After spending time learning each category, kids can go to the quiz section, where they will be tested on their knowledge. The quiz section displays four different cards, then asks the player to identify the correct item. Correct answers get applause; incorrect answers get a very loud and discouraging "buzz."

  • Ease of use4
    Simply touch the screen to view different cards and choose correct answers.
  • Violence0
    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism3
    Advertisements pop up along the bottom and the top of the screen, encouraging kids to purchase other games.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
  • Privacy & safety2
    Some concerns. The numerous pop-up ads contain links that can take kids out of the app.
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ALPHABET BOOK's bright colors and clear pronunciation make this app a potentially engaging way for kids to learn to identify capital letters, numbers, and shapes. The "quiz" section can be fun for kids who enjoy showing what they know, although the loud, discouraging buzz for incorrect answers can be startling. That -- and the very distracting advertisements -- prevent Alphabet Book from being a great learning tool.

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This review was written by Karen Wirsing

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This review was written by Karen Wirsing
Category:Education
Platforms:Android
Price:Free
Size:4.00 MB
Publisher:Santpal Dhillon
Version:1.1
Release date:August 23, 2011
Minimum software requirements:Android 1.5 and up
This review was written by Karen Wirsing

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