1. pull through puppets
These are some examples of a range of books by Childs Play which include a cut out going throughout the book where a finger puppet is used as the main character. It's a simple way of engaging the reader with the book as they have control over the character giving the child a sense of achievement. I feel this element makes the book innovative and is appropriate towards its audience. Its a great point of sale as there is a whole series which cold be collectable.
2. Hot Dots
Hot dots are a great learning resource for children. I'ts very unique and innovative as you use the pen and dots on the page to learn making it a purely interactive, fun experience for the child. Children select an answer on the multiple choice cards by touching the pen to the corresponding dots for an audio/visual response. I think this is the next step into children's book publishing, it fits into todays society with technology and something that will appeal to children more. Personally i'd prefer to read a book but as an innovate design in publishing i think it has great potential.
3. Activity cards
Above are some photos taken of some activity cards by 'Cardooo'. They are basically greeting cards aimed towards children that are activity based. Something i've never seen before. They also offer cards aimed towards adults that include desk calendars among other things. Although not a book as such it is a great innovation within children's publishing. I think it's great for children as it engages them with the product and takes them on a journey. I picked up a catalogue which gave lots more information. I think its a present with in a card and something the user won't expect which adds an element of surprise. After speaking to the man at the stand they retail at about £.2.99 which i think is really good as normal cards can be a lot more expensive than that.
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