# Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook

> Interactive storybook app featuring Jack and the Beanstalk with games and activities. (iPhone/iPad app by Ayars Animation Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jack-and-the-beanstalk-interactive-storybook/id364871348 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ayars Animation Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/364871351)
- Category: Books, Games, Family
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 155 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 145 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jack-and-the-beanstalk-interactive-storybook/id364871348/reviews.md

## What is Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook?

Made for iPad! And works beautifully on the iPod Touch and iPhone devices too.

The "interactive" part comes in the form of games, activities, hidden Easter eggs, and the like. Gorgeous artwork, read-along text, and a reasonable price tag...What's not to like?
-CNET Reviews

The classic "Jack and the Beanstalk" gets a terrific iPad makeover.
-CNET Reviews

I was really impressed with Jack and the Beanstalk Children’s Interactive Storybook. It takes full advantage of the iPad’s size and looks great. The addition of the hidden activities within the story make it a fun app that my son really enjoyed
-The iPhone Mom

Experience Jack and the Beanstalk like never before in this wonderfully illustrated storybook, featuring over 30 pages of interactivity which your child will enjoy. This timeless tale comes alive with audio narration, read-along text, and interactive games and features. Each page contains a hidden surprise! Come and dive into the pages of Jack and the Beanstalk and join Jack in his adventure to defeat the giant!

SPOILER WARNING - Don't read this next section if you want to discover all the great surprises in this app on your own!

All 32 pages are interactive, but here are some highlights you won't want to miss.

Page 1
Tilt the application to watch the sun move. Move the sun with your finger below the mountains and observe day turn to night. Touch the house to watch and hear the chimney puff.

Page 6
Touch the beans to play the memory matching game.

Page 13
Magically finger-paint the black -and-white page. When most of the image has been painted, stars will burst with enchanting sounds, and reveal an amazingly vivid image. When the page is in color, touch the lake to play a popup game. Shake the device to either finish the painting or to restart painting again.

Page 14
Touch Jack to get him to sing. It may take a few times...he's shy!

Page 29
The Giant is high on the beanstalk. Tilt the device and watch the Giant sway. The Giant will complain when you shake the device - he's afraid of heights.

## Key features

- Interactive story pages
- Audio narration
- Read-along text
- Hidden surprises and Easter eggs
- Memory matching game
- Finger-painting activity
- Tilt and shake device interactions

## Chart rankings

- #120 in Top Paid · Book (US App Store)

## What do users think of Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent interactive features
- 🎨 Beautiful illustrations and animations
- 🔊 Great narration and sound effects
- 🕹️ Engaging interactive elements on each page
- 🎉 Fun hidden surprises and Easter eggs
- 💰 Good value for the price

**Cons**

- 🔇 Sound issues or lack of sound on some devices
- 🔊 Annoying or loud audio from hidden features
- 🕰️ Some pages lack sufficient interactivity

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sound not working on some devices
- App crashing when trying to enable sound

**Most requested features**

- More interactive books from this developer
- Options to disable or adjust volume of hidden features
- Ability to turn off narration and read independently

## Recent user reviews (10 of 155)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jack-and-the-beanstalk-interactive-storybook/id364871348/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent!

*2022-01-22*

Couldn't be better. 5 Stars for sure!

### 5/5 — Brilliant!

*2021-02-28*

I am currently sharing this story with my eighteen month old grandson. He is discovering things that I did not know about that are hidden within the pages of this story. I have previously shared this with my other three grandchildren over the years. They all loved it from being very young to being older. Strongly recommended!

### 5/5 — Love this book!!

*2021-02-12*

My son is 2 and we absolutely love this book! I really hope this developer makes more like this one. Not only is it a beautiful book, the music is soothing, the voice actor is great and there are so many interactive elements it keeps it fun. We laugh at the golden egg music and dance. And all this for only .99 cents 🤯 other, less interactive books are selling for $4 or $5, some more. Buy it now, you won’t regret it.

### 5/5 — Free

*2020-03-19*

Just downloaded this for free, keeps my daughter entertained just tapping on the animals to hear their sounds.

### 5/5 — Great value and lots of fun

*2020-01-10*

This app is great value with lots of interesting features that kids will enjoy. My daughter who is four loves it!

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2019-05-16*

My kids love this storybook!!

So many games and easter eggs.

### 4/5 — Jack and the beanstalk

*2016-01-19, version 1.3.4*

2015, there is no sound on this app, after several years of fun for kids. They love it, and I loved their reaction to all the pluses, bubble blowing, water flowing, finger painting, I knew of only 1 game, matching, but it was great. Don't know how to make it great again, can you help with the sound problem? There is no, nothing!

### 5/5 — Fantastic for Little Ones

*2015-08-21, version 1.3.4*

I have used this book with my 3 yr old & 1 year old grand. There are so many interesting things for the kids to do on different levels.  

By far this is the best interactive book I have used.  5 stars plus!

### 1/5 — Love it but...

*2015-04-16, version 1.3.4*

Okay, this is a good app but they killed it with a very annoying, loud and obtrusive Easter egg. I searched the program and there is no way to disable it. 
If they fix this I'll come back and edit my review accordingly. Right now, as it is, I hate it.

### 5/5 — Jack and the bean stalk

*2014-07-27, version 1.3.4*

My 3 1/2 yo grandson squealed with delight at the surprise that repeatedly popped up on each page. I had to read it again and again 3 times in succession and he wanted more! Very interactive

## Frequently asked questions about Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook

### What is Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook?

It is a digital storybook application that retells the classic fairy tale of Jack and the Beanstalk. It features over 30 interactive pages with beautiful illustrations, audio narration, read-along text, and various games and activities designed to engage young readers.

### What kind of interactive features are included?

The app includes a variety of interactive elements such as tilting the device to move the sun, touching elements to trigger animations or sounds, playing a memory matching game, finger-painting activities, and interacting with characters like Jack and the Giant. Many pages also contain hidden surprises.

### How much does Jack and the Beanstalk Interactive Storybook cost?

The application is available for a one-time purchase at a reasonable price. The description highlights its 'reasonable price tag' as a positive aspect.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed to work beautifully on iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone devices. It takes full advantage of the iPad's screen size for an enhanced experience.

### What are the main benefits for children using this app?

Children can enjoy the classic story in an engaging way, improving reading comprehension through read-along text and narration. The interactive games and hidden activities also promote fine motor skills, problem-solving, and discovery, making learning fun.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2017-06-26

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Fixed tilt bug for the sun interaction on page 1 and hen game on page 31.
Fixed screen sizing issues in the credits page and page 13 fireworks animation.

### 2.0.0 — 2017-06-16

Upgraded to current iOS level. 
Minor Bug Fixes.

### 1.3.4 — 2012-10-26

Added the ability to be launched from other apps using the following URL Scheme.
aa-beanstalk://

### 1.3.2 — 2012-04-12

Minor bug fixes.
Fixed rare crash in dragon popup game on page 13.
Updated for compatibility on iOS 5.0.

### 1.3.0 — 2011-09-23

Updated the hen game with help, high score, and improved user interface.
Updated the bean matching game with improved user interface.
Localized the application for translation capabilities.

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