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Best Book Apps of 2012 (page 2)


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Cover art for TICK BAIT'S UNIVERSE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 8, 2012
by Marc Gamble, illustrated by Liza Woodruff, developed by You University Apps

"This well-designed odyssey truly does put the universe at viewers' fingertips. (iPad informational app. 6-12)"
A "powers of 10" app that takes young explorers from quarks to the furthest reaches of the observable universe. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE EDIBLE SUIT
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 23, 2012
by Edward Lear, illustrated by Jon Higham, developed by Tizio BV

"Smooth pans of the double-screen illustrations and interactive features that are as high in child appeal as the sidesplitting plot add up to an unusually successful crossover to the digital domain. (iPad storybook app. 6-9)"
Rapid tapping calls up cascades of pigs, pork chops and more from this lightly edited version of Lear's hilarious "The New Vestments." Read full book review >
Cover art for LOST LARRY
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 7, 2012
by Graham Nunn, illustrated by Graham Nunn, developed by Wasabi Productions

"Clean, simple, seamless--just right for the nursery-school set or children with special needs. (iPad storybook/dexterity app. 1-3)"
A little green lizard will trail a fingertip home in this mini-Odyssey, the third of Larry's interactive outings. Read full book review >
Cover art for OWL AND CAT
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 9, 2012
by Edward Lear, developed by NitroLab, illustrated by Ewa Podles

"A triumphant blend of classic literature and tablet technology. (iPad storybook app. 2-5)"
Feline and fowl profess their love for one another in this winning adaptation of Lear's popular 1871 nonsense poem. Read full book review >
Cover art for LITTLE FOX MUSIC BOX
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 15, 2012

"This spectacular synthesis of elements creates magic on the iPad. Parents and kids won't want to tear themselves away. (iPad music app. 3-10)"
A melodious music app combines artistic creativity with top-notch execution. Read full book review >
Cover art for LEONARD
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 15, 2012
illustrated by Timothy Penner, developed by endloop, by Ink Robin

"Well told, cleverly illustrated and beautifully supported with interactive surprises that make sense and are great fun, this is a stellar example of iPad storytelling. (iPad storybook app. 4-8)"
Imagination makes all the difference in this story of one boy's quest for new friends. Read full book review >