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2011 Best Book Apps for Kids (page 4)

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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 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 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 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 BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 11, 2011
Kirkus Star THE BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA
by Henrik Van Ryzin, Denise Van Ryzin, developed by Monster Costume
"Lucky for the developers that Bartleby's books are worth the wait. This app series continues to delight; it feels innovative and well-told at the same time, a tricky balance. (iPad storybook/puzzle app. 4-10)"
A continuation of the charmingly playful series about button-collecting, bowler-hat–wearing Bartleby, this volume is no less winning than the first even as it adds more locales and characters. Read full book review >
Cover art for BIG LITTLE BROTHER
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 19, 2011
Kirkus Star BIG LITTLE BROTHER
by Kevin Kling, illustrated by Chris Monroe, developed by Mighty Media
"At last, an iPad storybook so good it doesn't need additional narrative options or games or technological wizardry to distract from its flaws. Because there are none. (iPad storybook app. 3-6)"
All Kevin wanted was a baby brother. Until he got one. Read full book review >