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2011 Christmas & Hanukkah App Roundup

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CHILDREN'S
Released: Dec. 8, 2011
TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
developed by XIMAD, by Clement Clarke Moore
"For nostalgic and literary purposes this app fits the bill, but beyond that there's nothing that warrants labeling it a "must-read." (iPad storybook app. 3-8)"
A handsomely illustrated, moderately interactive portrayal of the famous poem. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Dec. 6, 2011
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
illustrated by Lesley Breen Withrow, developed by Polk Street Press

An interactive audio/visual sing-along. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 30, 2011
ARTHUR CHRISTMAS MOVIE STORYBOOK
developed by zuuka
"See the movie; skip the book. Here's hoping the next silver-screen adaptation gets the effort it deserves. (iPad storybook app. 4-9) "
A spawn of the critically acclaimed 2011 holiday film. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 29, 2011
HAROLD AT THE NORTH POLE
by Crockett Johnson, illustrated by Crockett Johnson, developed by Trilogy Studios
"A refreshingly simple and entertaining winter playground for busy fingers. (iPad storybook app. 2-6)"
Harold and his magic purple crayon rescue Santa (and thus Christmas) from the grip of a Christmas Eve blizzard. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 22, 2011
THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST IN PICTURES
developed by iAdverti s.r.o.
"A dull digital parade of scripture and spiffed-up Sunday school pictures that add neither depth nor dimension to the season's celebration. (iPad storybook app. 5-10)"
The story of Jesus' birth (and beyond) as told by illustrations and hefty portions of Scripture. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 18, 2011
TOO MANY LATKES
by Richard Codor, illustrated by Richard Codor, developed by Behrman House Publishing
"One of many tales featuring an overabundance of latkes, but properly festive (in the end, at least) and with digital enhancements that give this edition a leg up over the forgettable print version (2011). (iPad storybook app. 6-8)"
The first night of Hanukkah turns out to be anything but restful for a poor family, thanks to an overenthusiastic magic potato. Read full book review >