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App reviews for books, ipad

210 results
  • Review
    Paddington Bear

    Lovable bear always delights, but more interactivity needed.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Talking to Toddlers

    Vocab builder works best with parents' undivided attention.
    AGE
    2
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Peek-a-Zoo by Duck Duck Moose

    This wonderful app educates kids in an uncommon way, focusing on social and emotional cues.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Book Creator for iPad

    Simple app lets kids craft their own books to read or share.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Puss In Boots Movie Storybook

    Complicated navigation may get in the way of storytelling.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights StoryChimes

    Beautifully illustrated, simply told story.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Another Monster at the End of This Book...Starring Grover & Elmo!

    Great sequel keeps the spirit of the original book and app.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Thomas & Friends: Day of the Diesels

    Solid message plus nice interactive bits, bonus features.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Beauty and the Beast: Storybook Deluxe

    One of the most thorough movie-based apps around.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Journey to the Exoplanets

    Vast expanses of stellar knowledge at older reading level.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Elmer and the Lost Teddy

    Bold illustrations enhance cute book with simple features.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Ladybug Girl

    Playful artwork, dress-up game make for enjoyable book app.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    The Berenstain Bears Go on a Ghost Walk

    Halloween book sends message that too scary isn't much fun.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Don't Let The Pigeon Run This App!

    More than a storybook, app lets kids help craft the tales.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Brave Rooney

    Book app's superhero-in-every-kid message sure to resonate.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Go Away, Big Green Monster!

    Classic book gains cute new scene, narration by Emberley.
    AGE
    3
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Speech with Milo: Interactive Storybook

    Creativity makes this engaging learning app a favorite.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Elmer's Special Day

    Sweet story's message and interactivity will appeal to kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Bartleby's Book of Buttons Vol. 2: The Button at the Bottom of the Sea

    Half story, half game. Very fun and uniquely different.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    JibJab Jr. Books

    Your kid's face in story sure to amuse, but more will cost.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Disney Princess - Royal Party

    Rapunzel app's range of activities makes up for clutter.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    My Little Pony: Twilight Sparkle, Teacher for a Day

    Sweet story has limited interactivity but some decent games.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Hildegard Sings

    Through simple activities, kids help hippo in fun tale.
    AGE
    3
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Fierce Grey Mouse HD

    Sweet tale's accent and language options a fun bonus.
    AGE
    3
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Violet and the Mystery Next Door

    Engaging choose-your-own adventures with friendship theme.
    AGE
    5
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)