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The Little Bug app for iPhone and iPad


4.0 ( 3840 ratings )
Education Book
Developer: Jaclyn Littman
2.99 USD
Current version: 2.0, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 19 Jul 2014
App size: 40.44 Mb

Play music with grasshoppers, make honey with honeybees, and dig tunnels with ants in this charming storybook app! The Little Bug introduces children to the diversity of backyard insects in an original story that inspires curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.

The Little Bug features beautiful cut-paper illustrations, full interactivity, and original music. Designed for ages 3 and up, but adults will love it, too! Optimized for the iPad.

REVIEWS & AWARDS
10 Top Kids Apps of 2014 — USA Today
Best Pick App Award — Tech With Kids
Finalist — Adobe Design Achievement Awards 2014

"Each page of The Little Bug book app overflows with creativity. Its inviting art style, created by layering hand-painted watercolor textures, produces depth and vibrancy." —Tech With Kids

"The text, narration, illustrations, and interaction combine to make an outstanding experience for a child reading alone, and the book is full of possibilities for adults and children to interact in ways that will extend the learning and the fun." 5 stars — BestAppsForKids.com

FEATURES
+ Interactive elements on every page, like tap, tilt, and swipe.
+ Charming, original story unfolds over 28 pages.
+ Kid-friendly interface allows readers to jump to a favorite scene.
+ Read-to-Me and Read-It-Myself settings allow children to build literacy skills or follow along with the narration.
+ Over 100 interactive touch-points leave more to discover with every read-through.
+ The garden comes to life through beautiful hand-painted illustrations by Jackie Littman.
+ Original typeface is suited for young readers.
+ Enchanting original music by Joshua Cipolla creates immersive reading experience.

No rules, stress or time limits

No third-party advertising

No in-app purchases

STORY
The little bug meets many fascinating insect friends on his adventures through the garden. Each one has a wonderful talent: the grasshopper makes music, the ant digs tunnels, the bee makes honey. But what wonderful thing can the little bug do?

FOR PARENTS/TEACHERS
Little ones learn about backyard biodiversity as they meet each enchanting insect character. The simple narrative introduces nature-based vocabulary words, which are narrated aloud when tapped. This app is great for incorporating media-rich learning in the classroom, and complements insect, garden, or nature-focused lessons.

*Discussion Guide provided in parents section of the app. Printable Activity Worksheets available at thelittlebugapp.com.*

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