Smart Apps For Kids

Staff Review: Bert E. Bird The Third And The Book Of Great Ideas

 

 

Purpose of App: Bert E. Bird the Third and the Book of Great Ideas is a digital storybook about a little bird who writes a book of all of his great ideas. It includes interactive games as well as text.

Strengths: All reviewers agree that the story premise and message were worthy of an app. The settings are a strength, including the ability to turn on and off music and sound effects independently. 

Weaknesses: Our reviewers agree that the text of the story needs work. The rhyme and rhythm aren't quite right, and feel forced. 

Suggested Audience: Made for ages six through eight, but it may be even better for preschoolers.

Number of Reviewers: Five

Developer: Gil Gur Arie

Amazing Free Printable Book "Curious George Gets a Talker"- All About AAC!

Curious George is one of the most beloved, albeit mischievous, characters out there. He always means well, yet seems to end up in some of the most complicated situations a young monkey can possibly dream up.

Have you ever thought of why? George cannot truly communicate his thoughts, needs, desires, or feelings with the man in the yellow hat, or anyone else, for that matter.

New Review: Duck, Dog & Bear Go to Africa

 

 

 

Bottom Line: This rhyming story is simple with few bells and whistles for toddlers and parents that want to experience a simpler technology experience, but the price might be a bit more than some parents are willing to spend on an app with so few features.

New Top Pick: Snot & Fluff -A Space Adventure is more fun than this reviewer expected.

 

 

Bottom Line: We're taught from an early age never to judge a book by its cover and this ageless wisdom holds true for this fun and highly interactive story about two friends who adventure through space to find each other. Snot & Fluff is jam-packed with little hiding places for a star hunt that works seamlessly with the story and parents will love the reasonable price tag.

Review: tapStory lets parents and children bring stories to life.

 

 

 

Bottom Line: This is a fun little app that allows for multiple layers of creativity by kids as well as their parents by letting them customize characters, voice recordings and even create their own stories from scratch with available stickers.