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2011 Best Book Apps for Kids (page 2)

Cover art for GO AWAY, BIG GREEN MONSTER!
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 8, 2011
Kirkus Star GO AWAY, BIG GREEN MONSTER!
by Ed Emberley, illustrated by Ed Emberley, developed by Night & Day Studios
"A natural and seamlessly designed extension of a modern classic, certain to be more durable in this form than the easily destroyed paper original to boot. (iPad storybook app. 3-6)"
Understated but effective animations and interactive effects boost a long-standing favorite into the storytime stratosphere. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE MAGIC OF REALITY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 23, 2011
Kirkus Star THE MAGIC OF REALITY
by Richard Dawkins, illustrated by Dave McKean, developed by Random House UK
"Plenty of well-designed, smoothly integrated special features only enhance this passionate, provocative scientific manifesto. (thumbnail-image chapter and page indexes) (iPad nonfiction app. 11 & up)"
In a terrific example of e-bookmaking, animations, audio clips and interactive demos embellish the full text and already-memorable illustrations of this bestselling take on What Is So and What Ain't. Read full book review >
Cover art for BOBO EXPLORES LIGHT
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 15, 2011
Kirkus Star BOBO EXPLORES LIGHT
developed by Game Collage LLC, by Craig Fusco, illustrated by Dean MacAdam
"A (literally) illuminating survey, with exemplary choice and use of digital enhancements. (iPad informational app. 7-10)"
It's science! Presented with plenty of buoyant, eye-catching graphics and cleverly designed interactive fun. Read full book review >
Cover art for HANNAH HABEEBEE MCHATS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 13, 2011
Kirkus Star HANNAH HABEEBEE MCHATS
by Bronwyn Callander, illustrated by Bronwyn Callander
"Another tip-top turn from the creator of Treetop Ted (2011). (iPad storybook app. 2-5)"
The newest of the alliterative Frubeez apps introduces hat-happy Hannah, a googly-eyed lass with a taste for rib-tickling toppers. Read full book review >
Cover art for BRAVE ROONEY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 23, 2011
Kirkus Star BRAVE ROONEY
by Gerry Renert, illustrated by Barry Gott, developed by Bacciz
"Rooney's story is one any kid, super-powered or not, can identify with, and the app does everything it can to make his story into an enjoyably playful experience. (iPad storybook app. 5-8)"
An amusing, cleverly told story that plays off the glut of superheroes in pop culture benefits tremendously from an app design that's just as fun and engaging. Read full book review >
Cover art for SYLVESTER'S BAND
CHILDREN'S
Released: July 27, 2011
Kirkus Star SYLVESTER'S BAND
illustrated by Jeppe Sandholt, developed by Morten Sandholt
"For preschoolers and young grade-schoolers willing to mine its many treasures, this app is a gem. (iPad storybook app. 4-8)"
When Sylvester's band members don't show up for a scheduled gig, Henry the raccoon saves the day by finding them and leading them back to Firefly Forest. Read full book review >