Best Book Apps of 2012: Traditional Tales and Classics

developed by Elastico srl

An inventive and entertaining introduction to the classic. And that kiss at the end: perfect. Full review >

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by Debbie Fong illustrated by Debbie Fong

A low-key, appealingly unpretentious twist on a familiar folk tale. Full review >

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by Kenneth Grahame & developed by Bibliodome

Despite some room for improvement, this rendition lends itself equally to shared or independent reading and is likely to... Full review >

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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... Full review >

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by Edward Lear & illustrated by Ewa Podles & developed by NitroLab

A triumphant blend of classic literature and tablet technology. Full review >

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by Brian Main & illustrated by Brian Main

In a sea of interactive homogeny, this is a rare gem. Full review >

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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. Full review >

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developed by ZigZag Studio

Good-natured fun and some well-designed interactive elements distinguish this fairy-tale remake. Full review >

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adapted by Corey Finkle ; illustrated by Jason Nemec ; Thom Adams ; developed by Ghost Hand Games

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by Andy Hullinger John Solimine illustrated by John Solimine developed by Small Planet Digital

With its distinctive look, a great drawing element that's actually appropriate to the story and a moral that values... Full review >

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by Mary Shelley & adapted by Dave Morris & developed by Inkle Studios & Profile Books

Some narrative weakness aside, a brilliantly designed app; the current benchmark for high-quality storytelling via tablet. Full review >

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by H.G. Wells & developed by E-mersiv

It’s as if Orson Welles had gotten hold of an iPad. Though some fixes remain to be done, a top-notch production. Full review >

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by Heidi Wittlinger & developed by Shape Minds and Moving Images GmbH

This spectacular synthesis of elements creates magic on the iPad. Parents and kids won’t want to tear themselves away. Full review >

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