“Finding ways to engage young people in reading maybe one of the most effective ways to leverage social change.”
Galdo’s Gift is a very different approach to children’s literature.
Let’s explain…
Tapocketa always strives to push the boundaries of invention and Galdo's Gift is no exception. Authored and animated by Eleanor Long and Trevor Young at Tapocketa it pushes the boundaries of children’s interactive literature, won multiple awards and reached no. 3 in the Apple Books kid’s charts alongside the Harry Potters.
With 28 movie 'illustrations', 250 'in-context' pop up definitions, text personalisation, animated narrator, soundtrack, sound effects and a combination lock to a secret hidden page, this Enchanted Storybook is very special and rather unique.
Campaigning to go Live with a Free Online Version
Galdo’s Gift has been reformatted to work in a browser and we are currently running a crowdfunding campaign to go live. See our dedicated site to get more details
Galdo’s Gift: The Enchanted Storybook Online Walkthrough Demo
A 5 minute walkthrough of the features of the online beta…
Here is a trailer we created when the storybook was available on the Apple Books store. We have since removed it from the store and are in the beta testing stage of an online version. Join our mailing list to be kept informed of progress and release dates.
Galdo’s Gift reached number three position on the Apple Books Store Kid’s Paid Book Chart among the Harry Potters…
Reviews
★★★★★
'Galdo’s Gift is an absolutely Brilliant, Funny, and Engaging story. I loved reading this with my son who was blown away from the very beginning with King Galdo shouting “Come on Come on, what’s taking you so long!” My son’s face was a picture watching this character come alive!'
-Mandy McDonald Mummys Magical Mayhem
★★★★★
'Galdo’s Gift brings children’s literature into the 21st Century by using digital features which really enhance the experience for the reader. There is nothing gimmicky about this ebook – it genuinely creates a more engaging and interactive experience... All I will say is that it is one heck of an adventure that really engages any reader, and one that I enjoyed as much as my son!'
-Matt Williams mjw.wales
★★★★★
'My 6 year old daughter absolutely enjoyed reading about an adventurous kingdom! She was able to read and listen to the stories while also seeing the beautiful illustrations. Galdo’s Gift is an humorous adventure for all ages.'
-Momo and Youbi iTunes Store, US
'It’s a lovely mix of stunning animation and great storytelling and it’s really a unique e-book. It’s a great activity for a bit of iPad time — book reading for modern kids! My girls love reading physical books too, but this is a lovely addition and another great way to encourage the love for literature. I think it would be great for encouraging children who are not that into regular books too.'
-Petra, amumreviews.co.uk
'If you haven’t read Galdo’s Gift, by Tapocketa’s Trevor Young and Eleanor Long, you are in for a treat. Congratulations! I Love Galdo’s Gift.'
-Nisa Riphat, Online Editor, Alex and Alexa
