November 3, 2012

[App Review] VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables

Dominique Parenting and Kids, Reviews IPAD App

Last month the kids were thrilled when we got to review the latest App by Big Entertainment. VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables is the 2nd VeggieTales App that we had to review this year. Doggie boy couldn’t wait to get his hands on the iPad and try out the game.

Doggie boy playing the app

In this game Doggie boyhad to help save the town of Bumblyburg from Dr Flurry’s minions. He had to choose a super-power for each League member . Only three League members were sent per mission.

App Screen 1

The five superheros which you are to select three that will be in battle.

App screen 2

After each battle and before the next one you can use the money earned during battle to upgrade the weapons/ lifespan of the superheroes.

App Screen 3

There are easy to use tap-and-drag controls power your favorite Veggie heroes through 28 challenging levels to collect Courage Coins that unlock 60 powers and upgrades to overcome fear! Just watch the app in action below.

My thoughts

This was a traditional good guy vs bad guy game. It was really entertaining for the kids. They loved watching the short video clips at the end after completing the whole mission and getting through all the 28 levels. The app makes a good time filler activity or for a short downtime for kids after returning home from school.

You can purchase this app from the iTunes Store. for $0.99 or from Amazon

Disclaimer: I received a promo code by the sponsor to redeem and try out the app for review purposes. Opinions are 100% my own. This post has a Compensation Level of 1 and 3. Please visit Dominique’s Disclosure page for more information.

August 12, 2012

IPAD Review- Elfishki™ and The Peformance in the Fountain

Dominique Parenting and Kids, Reviews Interactive storybook, IPAD App

Source: itunes.apple.com via Fairy Tales and Myths on Pinterest

Elfishki and The Performance in the Fountain is the latest in the series of Elfishki interactive storybooks. Released on the 1st of August 2012 this is the third book from the Elfishki that we have read. The kids and I read Elfishki and the Unwelcomed Guest and Elfishki and the Giant cake earlier this year when they were released and we really enjoyed them.

The Plot

This book is about the little mermaid Rinka who dreams of becoming a circus performer. She tries to impress her teachers and classmates with her tricks, but they didn’t fancy her antics and was chided for it . When school holidays begin, Rinka’s mother sends her to the old cat, Mr. Thomas, who agrees to look after Rinka while she swims in the city fountain. Rinka never guessed that a little pool in the center of the city can provide her with a new, very interesting opportunity as a circus performer.

My thoughts on this App

This story is more suited for older kids then the suggested age range. The questions asked per page were more challenging as compared to the earlier books and my 5yr old had some difficulty answering the questions. The 8yr old however didn’t have any problem understanding and answering the questions posed. Both the boys loved listening to the story and trying out all the interactive features. I love the graphics on the page and the story line that working hard does pay off in the end.

The interactive game this time had different difficulty levels – easy or hard. I find that this is an excellent addition to the app as it caters to kids of different ability levels. Both the boys had fun playing the I spy game and finding all the sea creatures which were hidden in the page.
If you are interested to try out this app with your kids you can purchase this app for $3.99 from iTunes

More information about Elfiski and their products can be found by following them on twitter or check out their facebook page.

Disclaimer: I received a promo code to redeem and review the book. All opinions are 100% my own.