# Activity-Oriented Fairytale eBooks The Thumbelina iPad Interactive eBook Makes Reading Fun By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-09-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-interactive-ebook References: [pogrart](http://pogrart.com/thumbelina/) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/47848792) The [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-platform) interactive eBook representation of the [classic Anderson fairytale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magical-childrens-book) Thumbelina by Alexander Pogrebniak Studio is beautifully illustrated and deeply engaging. Thumbelina Magic Story takes children on a mesmerizing journey. The eBook creatively exploits the touchscreen capabilities that the infamous tablet is known for in order to make children more involved in the adventures of the red-headed girl known as Thumbelina. Along with being able to swipe through the pages of the book, children can also touch stars to create music, cause fish to leap from one end to the next in the pond by Mrs. Toad and her son or click on buzzing insects, causing them to jump off. It's not uncommon to see children picking up an iPad rather than a book, and Alexander Pogrebniak Studio has created a way where reading can still be enjoyed by making it an [interactive experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/study-tale). Thumbelina Magic Story will be released this September with full and free versions available. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Interactive Ebooks:** Interactive eBooks that creatively exploit touchscreen capabilities offer a new way for children to engage with reading. - **Tablet-based Education:** Tablet-based education apps and content create opportunities for interactive and immersive learning experiences. - **Digital Storytelling:** Digital storytelling platforms and tools enhance traditional storytelling methods and engage children in a more interactive way. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Publishing:** Publishers can leverage interactive eBooks to attract and engage young readers in a digital age. - **Edtech:** EdTech companies can develop tablet-based educational tools and content to enhance learning experiences for children. - **Digital Media:** Digital media companies can explore digital storytelling platforms and tools to create innovative and interactive children's content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Bed Time Reading](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blissfable.md) - [Interactive AI Audio Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owl-dragon-a-magical-adventure.md) - [Voice-Activated Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readyland.md) - [Customizable Children's Stories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyland-illustrated-personalized-ebook.md) - [Personalized AI Storytelling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storybook-magic.md) - [Interactive Bedtime Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lullaby-stories.md) - [Personalized Children’s Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyherostories.md) - [Interactive Story Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storytelling-app2.md) - [Electronic 3D Book Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbook.md)