CCC: Call of the Giant Eagle 1.6

In "Curious Critters Club: Te Hokioi’s Challenge," readers are introduced to the protagonist Alex and his companions Poppy and Niko, who are committed members of the Curious Critters Club. This dedicated trio embarks on scientific explorations to uncover new and often extraordinary creatures.

Set against the backdrop of New Zealand's lush forests, the narrative builds suspense as Alex and his friends encounter trees showing signs of damage accompanied by mysterious sounds. The potential presence of Te Hokioi, the giant eagle, piques Alex's curiosity. However, what unfolds is a shocking discovery of critters utilizing mechanical devices to wreak havoc on their environment. Faced with this dilemma, Alex devises a plan aimed at protecting the forest, leaving readers eager to find out if it will succeed.

This interactive book enhances reader engagement through its rich interactivity, accentuated by dynamic animations, music, and sound effects present on every page. The design offers a variety of options for readers to tailor their experience to their preferences.

Story Highlights:

• Interactions propel the narrative forward
• Device tilting creates an immersive 3D parallax effect
• Text appears synchronously with audio narration
• Stunning illustrations and animations
• Original score and sound design
• Narration by New Zealand performer Madeleine Sami
• Narration available in English and French
• Options to toggle narration, text, and audio features
• Free-to-play application optimized for mobile devices
• User-friendly navigation designed for children

Child Friendly Features:

• Comprehensive parental controls
• No advertisements interrupting the experience
• Absence of in-app purchases
• No collection of location data
• No social media links present

The "Curious Critters Club" series continues to expand with additional free stories and augmented reality games, available at www.curiouscrittersclub.com.

This creation is brought to life by Yoozoo Ltd. and La boîte à pitons, with support from NZ On Air and the Canadian Media Fund.