Kidblog
Grade range: 1-8
What is it? A straightforward way to set up safe classroom blogs.
Pros: This is an easy way to get your class, or even your school, to collaborate on creative writing projects.
Cons: After the buzz of publication wears off, some kids will find they still struggle with writing.
Bottom line: By simplifying the blogging platform, Kidblog prompts students to write for an audience.
Review: http://beta.graphite.org/website/kidblog-0
Story Dice
Grade range: 2-8
What is it? Accessible story starters spark creativity for all ages.
Pros: Simple concept is versatile and highly accessible to almost everyone.
Cons: Requires adult leadership at first, and fun factor isn’t built in.
Bottom line: A catalyst for creative stories, poems, songs, and skits, but requires adult leadership to get the ball rolling.
Review: http://beta.graphite.org/app/story-dice
Pixton
Grade range: 2-12
What is it? Challenge kids with lively blend of comics and learning.
Pros: Intuitive design with plenty of options for sharing work and adding multimedia.
Cons: Limited potential for creating original artwork, and available art depicts mostly human characters.
Bottom line: Students will be motivated to share subject knowledge using the fun language of comics.
Review: http://beta.graphite.org/website/pixton
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