Tickly Prickly vs Maddi's Fridge

Award-winning author Bonny Becker and artist Shari Halpern have created an interactive book of wiggly animals and bugs to tickle children ages 1 to 4. The gentle, rhythmic text, read by the author, appeals to a toddler's ear. The brightly-colored artwork, created with paper, cloth and paint, encourages children to touch. "Did you ever have a chick nestle in your lap? How did it feel? Puffy. Peeping. Fluffy. Sleeping." Every story page has animals in motion, such as a flapping moth, wiggly puppy, or snorting horse. Touching the animal restarts the motion. Tapping the puzzle piece, children can solve 4-piece jigsaw puzzles based on the current page. Pages can be read by the author with word highlighting, or an adult or older child can read the text to the child. Pages are turned by swiping across the page or by tapping orange arrows. Bonny Becker is author of the best-selling “A Visitor for Bear,” winner of the E.B. White Read Aloud Award and a selection for Oprah Winfrey’s Children’s Book List. “The Quiet Way Home” was selected for the educational program, Before Five in A Row, based on outstanding children’s books for ages 2-4. In all, Bonny has published 12 books for children. Shari Halpern studied illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design and is the illustrator of many books for young readers, including "Hush, Little Baby" and the "I Love" series written by Philemon Sturges. Shari lives in New Jersey with her husband, a puppet maker, and three children.

Based on the award-winning picture book loved by educators, parents, and kids alike! Sofia and Maddi are best friends. But while Sofia’s fridge is full, Maddi’s fridge is almost empty. When she discovers Maddi’s secret, Sofia promises not to tell. Can Sofia help her friend without breaking her promise? This beautifully animated and interactive storybook app brings Maddi’s Fridge to life like never before, inviting children to explore themes of empathy, trust, friendship, and childhood hunger through a heartwarming story and engaging play. FEATURES: Two Reading Modes – Read to Me: Enjoy the professionally narrated story with lively animations and synchronized word highlighting, perfect for early readers. – Read by Myself: Turn off narration and read at your own pace while still enjoying interactive animations. Tap-to-Discover Interactivity Touch illustrations to uncover hidden animations and sounds. Fun & Educational Games Includes 3 entertaining games with multiple difficulty levels: – Word Search – Memory Game – Color Me! PLUS a resource guide for helping friends with empty refrigerators. Award-winning Story – International Literacy Association (ILA) Children’s and Young Adults’ Book Award – Christopher Award, Books for Young People – UN Sustainable Development Goals Reading List – Goal 2: Zero Hunger – Included on 4 State Book Award lists: MI, NV, TX, and WA – Read by Actress Jennifer Garner for Storyline Online Praise for Maddi's Fridge App: "Maddi’s Fridge is a warm, beautifully illustrated storybook app that transforms an award-winning picture book into a meaningful digital experience. With expressive narration, vocabulary tools, hidden animations, and enriching games, it supports both emotional and academic growth." –Spencer Riley, Educational App Store (5 star rating) "This app is wonderful.... It’s thoughtfully created, warm, and entirely kid-friendly — a great digital version of the book." –KidLit Grove, blog for parents and educators "The story itself is beautiful and important, a gentle look at childhood hunger, friendship, and wanting to help someone you care about.... The new Maddi’s Fridge app is such a clever way to bring the book to life.... the app adds a fun, interactive layer that really keeps kids engaged." –Vanesa Josevski, children’s book author "....a super cute app.... It is the sweetest story about a little girl and her friend who has an empty fridge and she wants to help her get food. It is an animated story, but it also has the actual words on the pages and it highlights each word as it reads it." –Brandy Bruce, K/1 Intervention Specialist, Dawson-Bryant Elementary School Praise for Maddi’s Fridge (the book): “...an incredible resource for shining a light on childhood hunger, and an apt tool for teaching empathy to young children.” –Feeding America “...a great starting point for discussions about hunger, charity, and talking to an adult when something seems wrong with a little friend....” –Children’s Book Review “...this title is notable.... A thoughtful and well-executed look at the challenge of childhood hunger.” –Kirkus Reviews Maddi’s Fridge is more than a story—it's a meaningful experience for children and families to enjoy together, with interactive features that spark curiosity and important conversations. Download now to explore the power of kindness and the importance of helping others. -------------------------------------------------- Maddi's Fridge Written by Lois Brandt, illustrated by Vin Vogel Mobile App copyright © 2026 by Flashlight Press Mobile App developed with and animated by digiXL All rights reserved, including the right of reproduction, in whole or in part, in any form. www.flashlightpress.com/maddis-fridge/