Ruckus Media Group Archives

A Present for Milo: A Touch-and-Surprise Storybook for iPad

September 19, 2011 by Vincent Daly

A Present for MIlo: A Touch-and-Surprise Storybook written and illustrated by Mike Austin is a whimsical tale of a cat and mouse chase with a delightful twist at the end. As with any interactive ebook experience, the challenge for developers is to create an environment that’s engaging to young pre-readers and young readers alike. Ruckus Media Group has a winner on its hands with a well balanced storybook iPad app that blends a fun story with a high quotient of interactive fun.

Spot the Dot

August 31, 2011August 31, 2011 by Vincent Daly

Spot the Dot, a wonderful kids’ app created by the best-selling children’s author, David A. Carter, offers an interactive experience sure to delight toddlers and parents alike. With vibrant colors, innovative puzzles, and a varied intuitive interface, Spot the Dot wins high marks for providing preschoolers a fun engaging educational experience.

Chuck The Truck needs fine tuning

August 15, 2011August 11, 2011 by Vincent Daly

It’s no secret that Chuck The Truck is a favorite toy for the under age 5 crowd. Naturally an app built around this popular item seems to be a winning endeavor. Yet the iPad app “Chuck and Friends: Friends for the Long Haul”, a collaboration between Hasbro and Ruckus Media Group, falls short of being great. Although many of its parts are noteworthy, the sum total falls short.