Parents' Guide to

Jack and the Beanstalk Children's Interactive Storybook

By Chris Morris, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 4+

Lots of surprises in feature-packed makeover of classic.

App iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad Books
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A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this app.

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age 9+

Based on 3 parent reviews

lovingwifeandmom
lovingwifeandmom Adult
August 21, 2011
age 4+

One Of The Best Apps!

This is one of the best interactive apps I've seen. My son loves finding the hidden eggs and the pop up games within the story.

This title has:

Educational value
dugaboo
dugaboo Parent of 16-year-old
June 1, 2011
age 5+

Great classic story for kids... very interactive!

Jack and the Beanstalk is a classic story. This verson comes alive! I love the hidden games, songs, and beautiful illustrations. The narration is top notch too.

This title has:

Educational value
Great messages
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Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say: (3 ):
Kids say: Not yet rated

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK CHILDREN'S INTERACTIVE STORYBOOK is a blueprint for interactive children's books. Each of the app's 32 pages has entertainment elements, with dozens of hidden surprises. For instance, touch Jack enough on one page and he'll break into song. On another, touching the right onscreen picture opens a memory game. Phrases, rather than words, are highlighted as the story is narrated; users have the option to turn highlighting on and off, giving the app a wider range of potential users. The app is dense with kid-friendly features, and will make a nice virtual library addition.

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