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Ridley Pearson Hosts Exclusive Facebook Chat to Promote New Book Kingdom Keepers 5: Shell Game
In conjunction with week-long Disney Reads-hosted “Never Land Week” celebration on Facebook and Twitter
Here are the details:
WHO: Ridley Pearson, author of the bestselling Kingdom Keepers series
WHAT: Exclusive Facebook event in support of the release of Kingdom Keepers V: Shell Game, the latest installment in the New York Times best-selling middle grade series.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 6, 3:00 pm EST, on Disney Reads Facebook page
ABOUT DISNEY READS NEVER LAND WEEK:
Join the week-long Peter Pan Facebook and Twitter celebration on Disney Reads.
Monday, April 2: Test you pixie power with Peter Pan trivia
Tuesday, April 3: Get transported to Never Land with Mary Blair’s iconic illustrations in Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s Peter Pan picture book
Wednesday, April 4: See the new Peter Pan app and enter to win a free download
Thursday, April 5: Find out more about Peter in the bestselling Starcatchers series by Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson
Friday, April 6: Exclusive live Facebook chat with Kingdom Keepers V: Shell Game author Ridley Pearson, and win a signed copy of his latest book.
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Disney Classic Peter Pan Re-imagined on iPad and iPhone
“Peter Pan”, the first in a series of Disney Classics storybook apps available for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch, launched today. Featuring original illustrations by Disney Legends John Hench and Al Dempster, readers can relive the magical story of the classic film Peter Pan through word-for-word narration, multiple reading modes and interactive surprises.
“Disney Publishing has access to a vast library of stories and characters that we are now able to bring to a new generation of readers through mobile devices,” said Lyle Underkoffler, vice president, Digital Media. “We are particularly excited to add this app to our collection of Peter Pan-inspired books, including Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling Peter and the Starcatchers series, which will debut on Broadway this spring.”
The Peter Pan App invites readers to join Wendy, John, and Michael on their adventures with Peter Pan and Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, Captain Hook and his swashbuckling crew of pirates. Built into the story are interactive puzzles, coloring pages, a leveled-memory matching game and musical instrument, as well as tap-and-play interactivity.
Over the next few months, Peter Pan will be followed by several other Disney Classics tales, including Jungle Book, The Aristocats and Bambi.
The Peter Pan App is available for $3.99 from the App Store on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, or at http://www.itunes.com/
For more information, visit http://disneybookapps.
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Stan Lee Narrates Two New Marvel Origin Storybook Apps
Disney Publishing Worldwide recently announced that two more storybook app titles based on the original Marvel Origins series will join “The Amazing Spider-Man: An Origin Story” app, which launched last month. The new titles, both narrated by comic book legend Stan Lee, include “Avengers Origins: Hulk” and “Avengers Origins: Assemble!” which will be available for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch in February 2012.
The “Avengers Origins: Hulk” action-packed app tells the story of how Dr. Bruce Banner becomes the Hulk and the pursuit of the U.S. armed forces against Banner/Hulk. Through thrilling tap-and-play animation and interactive games, readers are able to experience Banner’s transformation first-hand. The “Avengers Origins: Assemble!” app brings to life the team of Super Heroes we’ve all come to know and love with Iron Man, Ant-Man, Wasp, Thor, and Captain America. In both apps, Lee lends his iconic voice in “Read to Me” mode, which is one of four reading modes that cater to a variety of reading levels. The two new interactive storybook apps narrated by comic book legend Stan Lee join “The Amazing Spider-Man: An Origin Story” app, which was rated one of the “10 Favorite Apps of 2011” by Entertainment Weekly.
“Avengers Origins: Hulk” and “Avengers Origins: Assemble!” will launch in February 2012 in the App Store on the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore.
For more information, visit http://disneybookapps.com and www.facebook.com/DisneyReads, or follow @DisneyReads on Twitter.
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App Review: It’s a Small World
The iconic Disney Parks attraction, “It’s a Small World,” is now available on your iPad, iPhone or iPod! A new animated storybook app available now on iTunes takes readers on a musical and interactive adventure. The Disney Publishing Worldwide team filled the app with special touches, including innovative ride-and-explore technology, tap-and-play interactivity, “it’s a small world” sing-along, and a special finale where readers learn to say “Hello!” in sixteen languages.
App Description ”It’s a Small World”
Experience Walt Disney’s “it’s a small world” ride, song and lyrics in an inspiring new way. This animated app takes readers on a world-class adventure packed with whimsical interactivity, beautiful artwork, and unforgettable music.
Featuring the original Sherman Brothers’ song lyrics, this simple, poetic story encourages kids to meet new people, explore new places, and discover that it’s a small world, after all. You’ll span the globe, traveling over snowy Russian hilltops, across sunny African plains, and through deep ocean waters. Rich, surprising interactivity brings each new destination to life. Plus, a special sing-along feature lets kids to join in the musical celebration!
Highlighted Features
•Innovative ride-and-explore technology
•Engaging, high-quality animation
•Irresistible tap-and-play interactivity
•Special “it’s a small world” sing-along activity
•Plus, learn to say “Hello!” in sixteen languages!
Bottom line
This app is an interactive storybook app where you can go through the verses of the iconic Disney song “It’s a Small World” and trigger different sounds and animations using the touchscreen. Fans of the Disney Park attraction will no doubt enjoy the tribute to the classic art presentation and the memorable soundtrack. The younger set will enjoy activating the sounds of the various animals and children sounding much like their theme park counterparts.
Two cool features to note is the way you can select the various parts of the world using the rotating wheel icon. As a parent it could unlock a world of opportunities to talk about different countries and cultures. Too much education you say? I think not. What a great gateway into the greater world making a great experience for both the child and parent. The final scene of the worldwide trip gives the reader a chance to hear “hello” as said by the featured culture’s language as well as choreograph your own fireworks display.
If you don’t mind hearing the tune over and over in your head, and yes, you will be humming it all day after using this app and enjoy a virtual trip on “The Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed” than this app is for you. Great training for your kids as you prepare them for your next visit to Epcot’s World Showcase.
This app is designed for both iPhone and iPad and is $3.99 USD and is rated for 4 years and up.
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (3rd generation), iPod touch (4th generation) and iPad. Requires iOS 4.3 or later.
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“Disney FamilyFun” Magazine Named Best of Newsstand App Category in 2011
“Disney FamilyFun” magazine, the nation’s most trusted resource for family activities, recipes, solutions, and crafts, has been named by the App Store Rewind 2011 as one of the five best iPhone Newsstand Apps in the US. The award-winning magazine is available for both iPhone and iPad and offers a feature-packed and engaging format, including interactive slideshows, videos of recipes and family activities, 360-degree views of craft projects, bookmarking features, and social media sharing tools. Since the launch of the Apple newsstand, “FamilyFun” magazine has grown to nearly 750,000 downloads.
“We’re thrilled by this accolade from the App Store as well as by the support of our consumers and A-list sponsors.” says Editorial Director, Ann Hallock. “We put a lot of thought into pairing our content with the mom-friendly tools and engaging multimedia features that bring high-tech utility to the high-touch world of moms – and it’s great to see that recognized.”
The annual App Store Rewind list includes a selection of Apple’s favorite apps and top-selling magazines, games, software, books and videos. In the iPhone Newsstand category, “FamilyFun” magazine was the only parenting app recognized; others on the Top 5 List were New York Times, “#5 Magazine,”“Autoweek Magazine,” and “Guitar World Magazine.” Other notable titles selected for this year’s list include “Angry Birds,” chef Jamie Oliver’s online recipe collection, T.S. Eliot’s “The Wasteland” e-book, and the TomTom USA navigation app.
Using In-App Purchase, a 12-month subscription of “FamilyFun” costs just $7.99 and single issues are available for $2.99. Current print subscribers will have access to the iPad and iPhone edition for free.
The “FamilyFun” app is available from the App Store on iPad and iPhone or at www.itunes.com/appstore. To learn more about “FamilyFun,” visit FamilyFun.com and Facebook.com/DisneyFamilyFun, or follow @FamilyFun on Twitter.
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