Shortly after HTML5 hype started, many companies wanted to move from flash to more modern technology. One of them was Pearson with thier Active Teach product. At that time we were one of few companies that used new HTML5 features.
Because there was no WebGL widely available, and Canvas was very slow for higher resolutions, we came up with different approach. Entire app was builded with DOM elements for every spirte and smart CSS3 transformations.
This technology was very promising so we used it in more Games.