Many readers know Toca Boca’s “play studio” apps designed for preschoolers. Here is something from them that’s a little different. It combines sandbox activities with a subtle ecological message.
More “Endless” Fun | Touch and Go
By on July 20, 2015
Originator has won high praise for its “Endless” apps—a playful educational series that focuses on basic reading and math readiness skills. Their latest release is an introduction to Spanish for children learning it as a first or second language.
“Homes” Around the World | Touch and Go
By on July 2, 2015
Travel around the world to see how people live in Mongolia, Guatemala, Yemen, and the United States in an app from Tinybop.
Apprentice Architect | Touch and Go
By on June 24, 2015
Through interactive activities users will have an opportunity to explore a museum designed by Frank Gehry and consider some of the decisions an architect makes about shape, color, pattern, and light as they design their own buildings.
Sandbox Science on the iPad
By on June 11, 2015
Generations of kids have been introduced to science concepts at sand and water tables. Today, they can also explore sandbox apps.
Cat’s Cradle: A Graphic Adventure | Touch and Go
By on June 4, 2015
Jo Rioux’s middle grade graphic adventure, available in both iOS and Android, is well drawn and engaging, and will leave readers eager for more—despite some technical challenges.
Charged! From Atoms to Electricity | Touch and Go
By on May 21, 2015
Today’s app reviews cover introductions to foundational science topics studied at one point during every student’s career.
Hilda Bewildered | Touch and Go
By on May 14, 2015
Few authors and developers create fictional stories for the iPad with the tween and teen audience in mind. Lynley Stace of Slap Happy Larry, is an exception. Their latest app, Hilda Bewildered, will delight their fans.
It’s All About the Birds | Touch and Go
By on May 7, 2015
Bird-watching is one of the fastest growing outdoor hobbies in United States, generating enthusiasm across age groups and demographics. Digital references for these hobbyists are on the rise.
A Pourquoi Tale from Liberia: “Dentist Bird” | Touch and Go
By on April 30, 2015
Dentist Bird, a West African folktale from Literary Safari, explains how it came to be that plover birds clean crocodiles’ teeth. The developer notes that 100 percent of the purchase price of the app will go to “We-Care Foundation’s efforts to keep children reading and learning amidst the Ebola outbreak.” For iOS and Android.
