Boy Dumplings HD for iPad - Digital Storytime's Review

Boy Dumplings HD

October 4, 2011

A clever boy outsmarts a hungry ghost ...

This is a nice little story about a ghost that tries to eat a chubby little boy who is out late one night. From PicPocket Books, this title features a great traditional tale about a boy who convinces a scary ghost that he has a recipe for ‘boy dumplings’ that is so tantalizing that the ghost doesn’t realize it is almost light out.

A very clever boy and even more creative recipe. Great for year-round reading and teaches how to take advantage of another’s greed and evil intentions. Great story although image resolution and page layout coul

This title is one of over a dozen titles briefly reviewed for a special post, "Enhanced Spookiness! Top 10 iPad Book Apps for Halloween"

All reviews are of the app, not the platform/device. Based originally on iPad versions. Minor technical details may vary.

$3.99

Boy Dumplings HD

October 4, 2011

By: Carisa Kluver

Our Overall rating:

Rating: 3.5

Our editorial rating – an impression of the whole book overall. We also consider how the app compares to other apps currently available. Note: It is not a sum of the other ratings.
User Rating:

Rating: Not Yet Rated!

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Animation:

None

Rating: N/A

We consider both technical & visual appeal of the animated elements. We focus on quality rather than quantity, although very little animation will rate slightly lower on this scale (to allow proper sorting).
Audio Quality:

Rating: 4

Overall quality of audio elements. We consider whether the music & sound effects are easy to listen to and well-matched to the story. Narration, when present, should be clear & well-articulated.
Interactivity:

Rating: 3.25

We consider all the interactive elements of a book app. We look for interactivity that is well-matched to the story & engaging but mark down for interactivity that interfere with reading comprehension.
Re-readability:

Rating: 3.75

Overall value the app can offer, either as a book app that can occupy the reader for hours or a story that will be returned to for many re-reads. We do not take price into consideration, since it often changes.
Bedtime:

Rating: 3.5

We consider length (under 10 minutes is ideal), enhancements & extras (ideally not too overstimulating), as well as story content that is appropriate for children at night-time.
Educational:

Rating: 3.75

Overall educational value. We consider enhancements, added content (like reading comprehension questions or other suggested activities) and any unique educational value that makes the app stand out.
Originality:

Rating: 3.75

We consider the story, art, concept, design & execution of the app. Apps based on folktales & previously published titles will score lower unless they have a unique presentation.
Games/Puzzles/Extras:

None

Rating: N/A

We consider anything in the app that goes beyond the story, like games, puzzles, coloring pages, etc. High ratings in this category mean the extras are well made, engaging and have high replay value.

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iPhone - Boy Dumplings

BOY DUMPLINGS by Ying Chang Compestine Illustrated by James Yamasaki narrated by A.C. Fellner PicPocket Books Ages: 5-10 years Synopsis: 1.Begin with one hungry ghost. 2.Add a plump, delicious-lookin...

Boy Dumplings HD

October 4, 2011

By: Carisa Kluver

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Boy Dumplings HD

October 4, 2011

By: Carisa Kluver

Our Overall rating:

Rating: 3.5

User Rating:

Rating: Not Yet Rated!

Animation:

Rating: N/A

Audio Quality:

Rating: 4

Interactivity:

Rating: 3.25

Re-readability:

Rating: 3.75

Bedtime:

Rating: 3.5

Educational:

Rating: 3.75

Originality:

Rating: 3.75

Games/Puzzles/Extras:

Rating: N/A

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