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App reviews for books

210 results
  • Review
    Wee You-Things

    Colorful, interactive book lets kids celebrate diversity.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Shakespeare's The Tempest for iPad

    Social reading app for mature-themed play.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Wreck-It Ralph Storybook Deluxe

    Fun story loaded with extras, plus a racing game from film.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Hero's Duty Interactive Comic

    Wreck-It Ralph tie-in supplements rather than retells story.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Rounds: Franklin Frog

    Engaging story teaches kids about frogs' life cycle.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Nook HD
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Wee Alphas

    Whimsical ABC app enraptures with hidden letters, animation.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Children's Stories - FarFaria

    Fee-based library of no-frills ebooks offers wide variety.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Ice Is Nice!: All About the North and South Poles

    Dr. Seuss characters combine fun story with science facts.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Even Monsters Get Sick

    Cute tale kids can relate to, supported by great features.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Reading Rainbow

    Classic reborn as e-library with great selection, high fees.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Brave Interactive Comic

    Comic-style fun geared toward older kids who love the movie.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Wubbzy's Pirate Treasure

    Cute book has an anti-materialism message, unique modes.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Dora's Enchanted Forest Adventures

    Interaction, sweet story will enchant Dora's younger fans.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    MeeGenius! Kid's Books

    Store sells colorful, narrated, but not interactive stories.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    The Adventures of Robin Hood

    Beautiful animated illustrations add to magic of classic.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street

    Author's first kids' book a must-have for Seuss enthusiasts.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Select
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Ellison the Elephant

    Sweet character shows kids that it's great to be unique.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Fancy Nancy Dress Up

    Channel your inner fancy with lots of outfit choices.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    The Amazing Spider-Man: An Origin Story

    Some violent themes in picture book aimed at young fans.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    The Adventures of Peter Pan

    Nicely animated but very abridged version of a classic.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Hogworld: Gnart's Adventure

    Sound, graphics combine to create a magical book experience.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Select
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    A Royal Christmas

    Ornament hunt game adds fun to three sweet princess stories.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Millie Was Here, Book 1: Meet Millie

    Story introduces cute puppy character, features unique art.
    AGE
    3
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Millie & The Lost Key - Millie Was Here, Book 2

    Humor in cute dog's adventure will appeal to kids, parents.
    AGE
    3
     
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    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Paddington Bear

    Lovable bear always delights, but more interactivity needed.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)