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Cover art for SPATTER & SPARK
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 21, 2013
SPATTER & SPARK
by Deborah Underwood, illustrated by Luciana Navarro Powell, developed by Polk Street Press
"Regardless of which reading mode is chosen, this app has one speed: s-l-o-w. (for iPad 2 and above) (iPad storybook app. 2-5)"
A peppy yet, paradoxically, painfully slow story about a porcupine on an artistic quest. Read full book review >
Cover art for ANTARCTICA
ADULT
Released: Feb. 21, 2013
ANTARCTICA: STANDING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WORLD
by Robert Flynn, developed by JoSara MeDia
"Not a tale of high adventure, but a likable snapshot of a trek to a place few witness."
A personal account of a tourist expedition to Antarctica, marked by rich photography and touches of memoir. Read full book review >
Cover art for EACH TO HIS OWN!
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 20, 2013
EACH TO HIS OWN!
illustrated by Davide Cali, developed by Paramecio Studio, Kite Edizioni Srl
"No bells but maybe a few whistles and definitely some giggles. (iPad novelty app. 5-9)"
In this droll, wordless import, a dozen dogs or other animals are connected to as many walkers by, usually, very long leashes. Read full book review >
Cover art for JACKIE JUNKO
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 20, 2013
JACKIE JUNKO
developed by Springy Thingy
"If this maiden voyage is any indication, Jackie Junko is set for smooth sailing ahead. (iPad storybook app. 3-7)"
Not even a barnacle escapes attention in this captivating story of a little boat and his adventure to the Old Ship Yard. Read full book review >
Cover art for A TROOP IS A GROUP OF MONKEYS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 17, 2013
A TROOP IS A GROUP OF MONKEYS
by Julie Hedlund, illustrated by Pamela Baron, developed by Little Bahalia Publishing
"A pleasing app, but one that could use the iPad's interactive features to help children learn new vocabulary more effectively. (iPad informational app. 3-7)"
From a parliament of owls to a tower of giraffes, young readers will learn interesting collective nouns used for groups of animals. Read full book review >
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 >