VivaKids’ ABC
© 2012 1K Studios
When does art and the alphabet collide? Have a look at this app. Featuring beautiful stop-motion animation, this app features 26 letter-themed animated routines. It is especially designed to introduce children to various art techniques. For example, the letter V is made out of popping popcorn, which morphs into a volcano. After they watch the short video, children can trace the letter, uncovering a variety of interesting textures. There's no shortage of surprises, and it's fun to see the creative types of art projects gradually unfold on the screen. The tracing feels sluggish in some of the letters -- you notice a lag especially if you scribble quickly. It is easy to jump in and out of the letters to a favorite routine, or just explore. Developed by 1K Studios in collaboration with designer Ulrike Kerber.
$2.99, iPad
Teaches: art, letter recognition, letter formation, upper and lower case, alphabet
CTR Rating: 88%