The Witch Has an Itch Review

The Witch Has an Itch is a lovely universal storybook app that kids and adults will enjoy. This app, based on a published book of the same name, is about an evil witch Gromelda who discovers that she has become allergic to her evil spells and dark magic. The ending of this story is especially nice as a lesson is learned about the possibility of changing one’s behavior and the concept of choosing positive attention over negative.

The illustrations used here are lovingly hand-drawn and look excellent. Although the words “evil” and ”dark magic” are used here, and this witch is definitely a not so nice witch, this story is still appropriate for kids as there is nothing violent or intense on these pages, and humor is used throughout as well as a fun and catchy rhyme which describes the terrible itch this witch develops.

The included narration is terrific as well, engaging and fun to listen to with an older woman narrating - a nice choice. Although perfect for Halloween, this story could easily become a family favorite long after this holiday has passed.

My son and I enjoy this book a great deal, and although without interactions, my son found it engaging as a story with a lot to tap on. When we read this book the first time, we had also looked at some interactive apps as well. Interestingly, when I told my son that this book has no hotspots, he seemed almost relieved, content to sit, watch, and listen to this most enjoyable story.

Will all the highly interactive apps available, I hope parents don’t overlook more traditional storybook experiences like The Witch Has an Itch as this app is simply charming and has a lot to offer.