I loved books as a child. I would go to the library and take out stacks of them and then fall asleep surrounded by them. These days, I still love books, but enjoy them on my iPad. And, I’ve been known to fall asleep the same way, being an inveterate night owl, surrounded by stories I love.
So, when I got the opportunity to review Oz for iPad, an interactive pop-up storybook, I was very much intrigued. I still have fond memories of pop-up books with trees and monsters that seemed more real at the time than images on a page.
Oz for iPad is very easy to download and install on your iPad.
Released June 20, 2012, Oz for iPad is now on sale at the App Store for only $1.99!
One thing I noticed right away was the beautiful and detailed 3D illustrations. I loved that you could interact with the story by simply touching the screen. Tornadoes spun; birds squawked; and I could even see a whole group of munchkins at the door by simply tilting the iPad.
Along with the beautiful illustrations is a narration. I read this with my nephew and he loved playing with the screen as the story unfolded. What I thought was really fantastic was that I could leave him with it and come back, and he had no problem at all touching the screen to keep the story (which is broken down into chapters) moving right along. It’s something he could experience all by himself and play with for hours on end.
I think that this is a great tool to foster online education. It provides enough interest to capture any young imagination and keep children reading until the end. Every time they read the book, the experience will be different, as it benefits greatly from user interaction.
When I was little, my Mom said I would always ask her why this and what was this word or that. One day while reading to me, she had to take an important call, and that was the day I learned to read. My curiosity knew no bounds and I wanted to know what happened next!
Nowadays our children are digitally-inclined, and what better way to engage them than with this one of a kind experience. The illustrations are incredibly vibrant and come alive as you can see a bit of with these screenshots. As you tilt the iPad screen, you bring more of the 3D landscape into view.
We loved the scarecrow, the tin man, the cowardly lion, the good and bad witches and the flying monkeys. What a treat! And, the ending, well, I’m not going to give that away but it is very very cool.
So, check out Oz for iPad at the App Store today!
What a fun book!
I love this story, great article, thanks for sharing!
Looks like something Sweet T would love to look at on grandma’s ipad. Thanks for sharing!
Sounds like a cute book for kids!
I loved pop up books as a child too. This digital version looks like a lot of fun and cheap as well.
Wow, it looks like a very neat book! I like that it is sold at a reasonable price, as well!
This sounds really cool!
the wizard of oz is one of my favorite stories
Sounds very cool. I’ll have to check it out.
thats really cool!
What a sweet book!
What a sweet book!
I really like how many things are 3D now- who would have thought Wizard of Oz would once again come to life? One of my faborite books- nice review- thank you!
Thanks for sharing!
Awesome! I’ll have to look into it for C!
Sounds like a great book for kids. My kids would would love it.
Ugh. Another reason I wish I had an iPad. ๐ Love interactive stories.
What a great review.
The Wizard of Oz is my all time favorite movie. I used to force my granddaughter to watch it everytime she spent the night. She would say “Lets watch wizard in the box Nanas” Good times!
Great story!! Thanks for sharing!!
I love the Wizard of Oz _ what a wonderful way to share a classic novel with your children.
Love this! This is a must have!! Thank you so much for letting me know about this, going to download it now!
Pop-up books have always been a favorite with my boys. I’m sure any child would love this app. Thanks for the elaborate review.
My daughter has discovered this movie, and loves it.
Cool..I will check it out.
That is pretty cool! I love the illustrations!
Oh, wow! My kids would love this.
Looks like a great app!
How neat, thanks for sharing.
what a great app. I wish they had it for the iPhone or Android
That book looks awesome. Now I need to get an ipad.
I love WOZ and can’t wait for Disney’s new movie! Cute book!
OH my goodness, I am loving this! I wish I had an iPad so I could get a really close look.
Checking it out in a few. Love pop-up books!
Sounds awesome!
I bet the kids will love this!
I love that book.
This looks like a fun book.
What great illustrations.
ONe day I’ll get an iPad!
Looks great!
Wish I had an iPad.
The Oz for iPad sounds absolutely fabulous. It sounds like so much fun, even for an adult. lol I might have to check out the app for myself. Thanks for the great review!
This looks like a fun book ๐ I’ll have to look it up ๐
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This sounds like a great book for kids and perhaps even for an adult like me!
Oz is such a great story! It’s cool how technology can enhance the reading experience. Thanks for sharing!