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Cover art for BI-BI AT THE PARK
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 16, 2013
BI-BI AT THE PARK
by Jessica Ciaffarini, illustrated by Jessica Ciaffarini, developed by Jessica Ciaffarini
"Take your toddlers to Axel Scheffler's Farm instead. (iPad storybook app. 6 mos.-3)"
Bi-Bi goes to the park. Beginning and end of story. Read full book review >
Cover art for MY ZOO ADVENTURE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 16, 2013
MY ZOO ADVENTURE
by Dorothy Thompson, illustrated by Beverly Heath, developed by ConsumerSoft
"An enjoyable trip to the zoo? Readers would be better off going in person or exploring the many other options available in both print and tablet formats. (iPad storybook app. 4-8)"
A customizable child goes to the zoo with his or her father. Read full book review >
Cover art for MEERKATS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 16, 2013
MEERKATS
developed by LivoBooks

Meet a mob of meerkats in this unassuming natural-history app. Read full book review >
Cover art for A DAY IN THE MARKET
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 15, 2013
Kirkus Star A DAY IN THE MARKET
by May Tobias-Papa, illustrated by Isabel Roxas, developed by Adarna House, Inc.
"Based on an award-winning picture book from the Philippines, this charming app brings the sights, smells and tastes of a traditional Filipino market to a wide audience. It's easy to see why this little girl is so happy to visit it. (iPad storybook app. 3-6)


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This bilingual storybook app lovingly depicts a young Filipino child's first visit to the market with her grandmother. Read full book review >
Cover art for FOUR LITTLE CORNERS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 8, 2013
FOUR LITTLE CORNERS
by Jérome Ruilier, developed by DADA Company
"More scenario than story, but workable as a starter for discussions about cooperation and physical differences. (iPad storybook app. 4-6)"
A circular doorway stops Little Square from joining his round friends. What to do? Read full book review >
Cover art for MEET THE INSECTS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 31, 2013
MEET THE INSECTS: VILLAGE EDITION
developed by NCsoft
"It's far from encyclopedic, but budding naturalists will find the journal and overview appealing, and the camera work is often dazzling. (iPad informational app. 5-10)"
Rich in features, if not so much in content, this introduction to insects will give larval entomologists a buzz. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE NUTCRACKER
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 31, 2013
THE NUTCRACKER
adapted by Francesca Cavallo, illustrated by Philip Giordano, developed by Timbuktu Labs, Inc.
"Unusual, but ultimately unimaginative and uninspiring. (iPad storybook app. 6-10)"
Another adaptation of the popular ballet story. Read full book review >
Cover art for MIBBLIO
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 30, 2013
MIBBLIO
developed by Mibblio
"Still, it's a great concept, and artistic flaws notwithstanding, a fun time. (iPad storybook app. 2-6)"
This collection of illustrated children's songs is an interactive musical playground. Read full book review >
Cover art for A LENNON PASTICHE
ADULT
Released: Jan. 28, 2013
A LENNON PASTICHE: EXPRESSIONS FROM FANS OF JOHN LENNON
by Judith Furedi, John Schulte, John Besmehn
""How?" So Lennon asked in a searching song, all those years ago. This enhanced e-book begs a different question: "Why?""
All you need is love. And maybe some talent. Read full book review >
Cover art for MOOMIN AND THE LOST BELONGINGS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 27, 2013
MOOMIN AND THE LOST BELONGINGS
by Riina and Sami Kaarla, developed by Spinfy
"Should future updates improve the navigation, add the complete text and correct the huge typo on the title screen, this will be a Moominmust. (iPad storybook app. 4-6)"
New Moominapps are always welcome, but this one's not quite ready for prime time. Read full book review >
Cover art for ENDLESS ALPHABET
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 24, 2013
ENDLESS ALPHABET
developed by Callaway Digital Arts
"Promising, though the navigation needs tweaking, and the glossary is still in an early stage. (iPad alphabet app. 4-7)"
Googly eyed cartoon letter-monsters scatter and can be nudged back into order to form words in this hyperactive vocabulary builder. Read full book review >
Cover art for CAT DOORMAN'S LITTLE RED WAGON
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 23, 2013
CAT DOORMAN'S LITTLE RED WAGON
by Julianna Bright, illustrated by Julianna Bright, developed by Night & Day Studios
"Music lovers will enjoy this melodic story, which is a good thing, since they'll likely not forget the tune anytime soon. (iPad storybook app. 2-6)"
Sing along with the classic children's tune as a giggly girl gathers provisions for a picnic with her friends. Read full book review >