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Best Book Apps of 2012: For Younger Readers (page 2)

Apps for Toddlers through early-elementary children.

Cover art for FRANKLIN FROG
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 8, 2012
Kirkus Star FRANKLIN FROG
by Emma Tranter, illustrated by Barry Tranter, developed by Nosy Crow
"A winner. (iPad informational app. 2-5)"
Three generations of frogs demonstrate the circle of life. Read full book review >
Cover art for MR. SANDMAN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 4, 2012
Kirkus Star MR. SANDMAN: "FEAR OF THE DARK"
by Manon Aidan, Yanick Gourville, illustrated by Cyril Jedor
"Though the story is simple, even obvious, it takes flight because of the ambitious design work, the kind of thing that can only be pulled off as an app like this. (iPad storybook app. 3-7)"
A moody, beautifully rendered dreamscape, this app about conquering a fear of the dark takes full advantage of the iPad's capabilities. Read full book review >
Cover art for SAFFY LOOKS FOR RAIN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 3, 2012
SAFFY LOOKS FOR RAIN
by Paola Opal, illustrated by Paola Opal, developed by Simply Read Books
"That small splat aside, the app beautifully illustrates how a simple story, well presented, can be simply refreshing. (iPad storybook app. 1-4)"
A baby giraffe's search for a rain cloud reveals something even more exciting than rain. Read full book review >
Cover art for TOWER DEAREST
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 3, 2012
TOWER DEAREST: A KIND RUSSIAN FAIRY TALE
developed by TerryLab
"Hard not to smile at this, whether it's read as a tribute to communal living or a simple bit of rustic foolery. (iPad storybook app. 5-7)"
Lively, brightly colored illustrations featuring a full kit of touch-activated details infuse this traditional cumulative tale with infectious cheer. Read full book review >
Cover art for CLARA BUTTON AND THE MAGICAL HAT DAY
CHILDREN'S
Released: July 26, 2012
CLARA BUTTON AND THE MAGICAL HAT DAY
by Amy de la Haye, illustrated by Emily Sutton, developed by MAPP Editions
"Not every reader will share Clara's strong affinity for fashion, but there's no denying the beauty of the showcased. (iPad storybook app. 4-12)"
What begins as a simple story about a girl trying to restore her grandmother's torn hat becomes an unexpectedly detailed look at fashion treasures from a famous British museum. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE HOUSE THAT WENT ON STRIKE
CHILDREN'S
Released: July 24, 2012
THE HOUSE THAT WENT ON STRIKE
by Rania Ajami, John Casey, illustrated by Walter Krudop, developed by Jumping Pages
"A lesson to be sure, but delivered in a lighthearted blend of equally lively art, sound and animation. (iPad storybook app. 4-8)"
In an episode both funny and pointed, a family of slobs receives an ultimatum from their filthy house and its disgusted appliances. Read full book review >