Ineractive Alphabet – ABC Flash Cards

Interactive Alphabet  is a wonderfully enjoyable flash card app for toddlers and preschoolers. I truly enjoyed testing this one out. The app begins with a screen that is filled with alphabet letters. They are bright and colorful and look so inviting you just can’t wait to tap a letter. So you do and are rewarded with a full screen flashcard that shows the letter and something that begins with it. Narration accompanies the flashcard, telling you the letter’s name and what it is for on the screen. (Example: J, J is for Jack in the Box) The flashcard is animated and if you tap on the pictures something extra fun will happen. You can also tap on the letter and words to hear them spoken out loud again.

To navigate through the app you can return to the main screen that shows the different alphabet letters. Or you can pay attention to the two small letters at the top left and right of the iPad screen. These will be the letters that come just before and just after the one you are looking at. You may tap on one of these letters to move forward or backwards through the app without returning to the main screen.

Accompanying the app is a very catchy soundtrack. It’s not loud or annoying as some children’s app music tends to be. It fits the app and didn’t get on my nerves at all. The developers included an extra treat by adding two extra soundtracks so you have three total to choose from. They’re all great and I love that you can swap them out when you’re tired of hearing one over and over again.

Interactive Alphabet is polished, well thought out and will absolutely appeal to toddlers and younger preschoolers who are beginning to learn their letters. Great app!

*Update – 11/9/11 - The app now features improved phonic sounds and an easier to hear voice. There are also new surprises for the letters L and O with improvements for Q. If you own the app make sure you update, if you don’t take a look at my original review. It’s a cute take on alphabet flashcards.

Price when Reviewed: $2.99

See the app in iTunes

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Requires iOS 3.1.3 or later. This app is designed for both iPhone and iPad.

Seller: Pi’ikea St. LLC

Disclosure: I received a free copy of this app for review