FrogDog Media - iStoryTime Children's Books; Whenever, wherever (also, they won't rot your brain)

Everyone has been talking about iStoryTime! Check out some recent reviews:

 

For iPad, 81 Percent of Top Book Apps Are Kids Titles:

"We want it to be seen as a book experience, not a video game or a movie or even an app," said Graham Farrar, owner of iStoryTime in Santa Barbara, ...
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iStoryTime Enters Into Digital Publishing License Agreement With DreamWorks Animation:

View the Press Release

 

Mashable article:

http://mashable.com/2009/11/25/iphone-family-travel/

 

GabbaPhone article:

http://gabbaphone.blogspot.com/2009/11/istorytime-brave-monkey-pirate-quirky.html/

 

Sweet Spot:

http://www.sweetspot.ca/SweetMama/gear/13759/welcome_to_the_new_millenium/

 

iStoryTime on the CBS Early Show:

 

Publishers Weekly:

iStoryTime Brings New Authors to Smartphones

 

LA Times:

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2009/09/iphone-apps-for-kids-childrens-books.html

 

Mama’s Money Savers:

http://mamasmoneysavers.com/2009/08/istorytime-app-review-giveaway-5.html

 

Family Review Network:

http://familyreviewnetwork.com/2136/istorytime-by-frogdog-media/

 

Out With The Kids:

http://outwiththekids.blogspot.com/2009/08/istorytime-iphone-app-for-kids.html

 

iStoryTime | Mammalicious Finds:

http://mammaliciousfinds.blogspot.com/2009/07/istorytime.html

 

Review & Giveaway: iStoryTime App for iPhone:

http://www.mommieswithcents.com/2009/07/review-giveaway-istorytime-app-for.html

 

Learn about illustrator and writer Joe Mohr:

http://suburbanjournals.stltoday.com/articles/2009/07/09/west/news/0708aff-joemohr0.txt

 

Urban Baby:

http://blogs.urbanbaby.com/buzz/2009/06/11/phone-it-in/

 

An Island Review:

http://islandlife808.com/islandreview/electronics/istorytime-for-iphone/

 

Maternal Journal:

http://maternalinstinct.net/2009/06/warm-blanket-award-3-istorytime.html

 

Ventura County Star:

http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2009/jun/28/catching-kids-on-the-go-by-allison-bruce-u/

 

http://www.theiphonemom.com/istorytime-kids-books

 

krapps.com:

http://krapps.com/2009/06/05/istorytime-iphone-apps/

 

AppAdvice:

http://news.appadvice.com/2009/04/keep-your-child-entertained-with-istorytime/

 

AppShopper:

http://appshopper.com/books/istorytime-the-brave-monkey-pirate

 

The Santa Barbara Independent:

http://www.independent.com/news/2009/may/30/childrens-books-iphone-app/

 

Echo Child's Play:

http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/06/09/green-childrens-literature-go-out-go-out/

Check out iStoryTIme on dearskysteward.blogspot.com:

http://dearskysteward.blogspot.com/2009/05/kids-becoming-restless-why-not-read.html

• Series of $1.99 apps bring books to life on the iPhone for anytime, anywhere entertainment for kids (while buying a few minutes of time for mom or dad)

• Automatic navigation and narration make it incredibly simple to use

• First 3 stories in the library available today with more on the way

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - APRIL 28, 2009 - FrogDogMedia, LLC, the company dedicated to bringing children's books to life on the iPhone, today introduced iStoryTime, a series of illustrated and narrated children's book applications. The first three stories are now available for download on the iPhone App Store. Parents with an iPhone 3G, iPhone or iPod touch can now turn their favorite portable device into educational entertainment for the kids (ages 2-7) when they're on the go. iStoryTime books are available globally (English only) for $1.99 on the iPhone App Store in 80 countries.

iStoryTime is a self-navigating and self-narrating book application that is drop dead simple for anyone to use — especially a two-year old. Kids can choose between two narrators — an adult or child's voice — or read the book on their own. The app also automatically flips the pages of the book while the child follows along. The words to the story are also included onscreen so beginning readers can make associations between the words they hear and the words they see. iStoryTime books available beginning today include:

The Wiener Dog Magnet - The story of a monkey who buys a small dog magnet with disastrous and hilarious results. Thanks to his creativity, the little monkey makes the best of the situation and saves the day. Written and illustrated by Hayes Roberts and narrated by Jen Muench and Laci Schooner.

Shoe-per Duper Shoes - All kinds of grown up shoes come to life in this funny adventure. Written by Woody Sears. Illustrated by Zach Sather. Narrated by Jen Muench and Laci Schooner.

The Brave Monkey Pirate - The story of a monkey pirate who has to go to the hospital and get a shot, but finds something magical that helps him become brave. Written and illustrated by Hayes Roberts and narrated by Jen Muench and Laci Schooner.

“iStoryTime provides mind-enriching entertainment for the kids while making life a little easier for mom or dad," said Graham Farrar, founder of iStoryTime and FrogDogMedia. “Instead of having to resort to movies or video games to occupy your child when you need a few minutes to finish the grocery shopping, are out at a restaurant, or stuck in traffic, you can give them a story they'll will want to hear and see again and again."

iStoryTime will publish new apps in the near future, featuring a variety of stories from new and upcoming authors and illustrators. The next book in the iStoryTime library will be:

Binky the Pink Elephant - The story of an elephant whose journey teaches her that being different can also be admirable. Written by Sonowa Jackson. Illustrated by Jaclyn Mednicov and narrated by Jen Muench and Laci Schooner.

To download any of the iStoryTime apps, please visit the iPhone App Store. To find out more information about the iStoryTime children's book series for the iPhone, please visit http://www.istorytimeapp.com.

About iStoryTime & FrogDogMedia LLC

iStoryTime was founded by two fathers and their friends who love to have fun with their families and technology (after the kids have gone to bed, of course). Driven by a passion to make children's books more accessible and entertaining, they created the iStoryTime app for iPhone. By providing a new publishing platform for authors and illustrators and a child-friendly reading experience, the company is creating a library of compelling children's books — available anytime, anywhere. FrogDogMedia, LLC is the parent company of iStoryTime.

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Graham Farrar

graham@istorytimeapp.com

SKYPE: grahamfarrrar

Twitter @iStoryTime or @grahamfarrar

http://istorytimeapp.com

September 1st, 2009 iStoryTime is excited to announce that it has been awarded the influential PTPA Media Inc’s Seal of Approval for excellence in parenting products.

PTPA Media Inc. (Parent Tested Parent Approved) has announced the winners of the 2009 Fall Product Call for the best in Family products. The Seal of Approval has been awarded to a variety of companies in many categories ranging from electronics, innovative children’s products, games, toys etc.

Being honored with the influential Seal of Approval from PTPA Media Inc. is a huge achievement for a product geared to families, children and parents. “It’s such an honor to get the highest level of approval from all of the iPhone moms and dads and even more exciting that their kids get to read more books,” says Jack Sears, iStoryTime co-founder.

FrogDogMedia’s iStoryTime was among many entries competing to win the PTPA Media Seal of Approval for the Fall 2009 campaign. PTPA Media’s mission is to discover and appraise products designed for families. Companies throughout North America submitted their products for review and they were matched with PTPA Media’s large database of parent testers. The products were tested by savvy parenting reviewers, and professionals and the results were compiled for PTPA Media Inc.’s review committee for the final decision. The winners of the prestigious Seal of Approval from PTPA Media are selected based on value, functionality, quality and appeal of the product.

“We are thrilled to announce this latest group of Fall 2009 PTPA Award winners,” says Sharon Vinderine, Founder of PTPA Media. “We have had overwhelming feedback from the parenting community that the type of testing conducted by PTPA Media is exactly what they have been waiting for. We feel that parents are the best evaluators of these types of products as they are testing the products in their real life home environments. We at PTPA Media give consumers the tools they need to purchase products for their family wisely. Consumers are tired of bringing home products that look great in the package but serve no purpose once purchased” says Mrs. Vinderine. “Our hope is that seeing the PTPA Media Seal on product packaging will help empower parents to make the best possible purchase, thereby saving their hard earned income for purchases that will offer value.”

About iStoryTime

iStoryTime brings the joy of a children's book to the convenience of your iPhone or iPod® touch. The books are illustrated and narrated, so your child can enjoy them even when you’re busy. Best of all, the app is drop-dead simple to use because it’s actually designed for a 2-year old.

About PTPA Media Inc.

PTPA Media (Parent Tested, Parent Approved) provides an objective means to discover and appraise new products designed to enrich family living. The company's mission is to assist and educate discerning consumers by providing reliable and relevant information about exciting and quality products on the market. Products range from clothing, toys and household accessories to parent-centric creations. The Parent Tested Parent Approved Seal is presented to companies whose products are deemed exceptional by a knowledgeable and unbiased panel of experts, including parents themselves.  For more information visit ptpamedia.com.