The Elves and The Shoemaker - Narrated classic fairy tales and stories for children
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This app offers a narrated, "as-in-book" experience of classic fairy tales and fables, designed to spark creativity and encourage critical thinking in children. It features professional voiceovers and a collection of well-known stories to enhance vocabulary and reading skills.
What's New in The Elves and The Shoemaker
2.31
June 10, 2015
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fresh new design Lots of improvements and optimizations
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FAQ
What is The Elves and The Shoemaker?
The Elves and The Shoemaker is a narrated fairy tale app offering a 100% "as-in-book" experience. It's designed to challenge children's creativity, imagination, and understanding of story morals.
Does The Elves and The Shoemaker have ads?
No, The Elves and The Shoemaker is ad-free. The app description explicitly states it is made for children with no inappropriate content or ads.
How many stories are included in The Elves and The Shoemaker?
The app includes 'The Elves and the Shoemaker' and over 30 other tales, with more promised to be added. It features classics like Grimm's fairy tales and Aesop's fables.
What age rating does The Elves and The Shoemaker have?
The Elves and The Shoemaker has an age rating of 4+. It is designed for children to enjoy and learn from.
What devices is The Elves and The Shoemaker compatible with?
The Elves and The Shoemaker is compatible with iPhone 4 and later, iPad 3rd Gen and later, and iPod 5th Gen and later.
Is The Elves and The Shoemaker free to download?
Yes, The Elves and The Shoemaker is available for free. It has been downloaded over 200,000 times worldwide.
How often is The Elves and The Shoemaker updated?
The app was last updated on June 10, 2015, to version 2.31. While the initial release was in 2014, the description mentions 'many more to come' for tales, suggesting potential future updates.
What is the user sentiment for The Elves and The Shoemaker?
User testimonials highlight positive experiences, with parents appreciating the 'awesome experience' for both kids and themselves, and finding the calming voices soothing for even very young children.