I use the app, PicCollage, with my elementary students. Again, I have mentioned this in previous blogs. It is easy to work with, but includes many simple options. Projects can include text, photos from web or camera, different backgrounds, etc., and may be printed or shared via e-Mail, Facebook, Twitter, and more. The kids really enjoy working with it and stay engaged! It is a wonderful alternative to the old "scissors and glue" projects.
Another app I am using with elementary is Puppet Pals. Students are designing a puppet show as part of their Tall Tales unit, but it would work great with other genres as well, especially Folk or Fairy Tales. We just started this project so I can't judge the success of it yet. Most of the students seem excited about trying it. Characters can be selected from options in the program, or pictures may be imported. The kids were having some difficulty with the import function, but I think it was due to filters/blocks specific to our school. We ran out of class time this week, so I don't know yet if we are able to get around this issue or not. It appears that many more free character choices have been added in the app itself. Purchases may be made within the app, but we avoid those!
Finally, I just got the app, Marlee Signs, which is a basic ASL self-teaching program. It includes finger spelling and a few basic phrases (for free; more could be purchased). This could be helpful for those working with deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or non-verbal students. It gives the option to see gestures in slow motion. The free app probably wouldn't be the best program for those wanting advanced ASL lessons, but may be helpful for those just looking for an intro, basics, or a refresher.
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