 | FICTION The Gardens Between
The Voxel Agents, 2018, Australia Author: The Voxel Agents Illustrator: Soft Science This is the story of two young friends who learn what it means to grow up, by moving through a series of beautifully illustrated puzzles together. The user experience is exceptional and the puzzles add an increasing cognitive challenge that engages all ages from 7+. Runs on Switch, Xbox and PS4, Mac and PC. |
 | AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) Wonderscope/A Brief History of Amazing Stunts
Preloaded/Within, 2018, UK Author: Beth Garrod Illustrator: PRELOADED Augmented reality meets voice recognition in this iOS only app, where you use short voice commands to solve problems that might include helping a stunt plane fly around your room. Jurors loved the beautiful design and sense of humor. The AR encourages you to explore your physical space as it draws you into the experience. Runs on iOS (Apple Devices). |
 | EDUCATION Montessori Preschool
Edoki Academy, 2017, France Author and Illustrator: EDOKI ACADEMY Subscription based collections of apps abound this year, but few have been as well maintained and updated as this one, with original content that the jurors felt is true to the Montessori label. The service offers an exceptional range of games and activities that support early years, for ages 3-7. Runs on Android, Kindle and iOS. |
 | CONTENT LIBRARIES Bayam
Bayard Presse, 2017, France Author: Bayard, TOBO STUDIO, VV.AA Illustrator: Bayard, VV.AA With the emergence of a number of curated children’s digital content collections this year, Bayam stands out as one with the highest overall level of quality. It’s clear that great care has been taken to put together innovative titles that include some past Bologna Ragazzi Digital Award winners. Ages 3-6 years. |