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ChatterPix Kids- How to use and Lesson Ideas

Posted by Lori Blantz on Oct 31, 2022 7:15:00 AM

ChatterPix Kids- How to Use the App and Lesson Ideas!

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Topics: Assistive Technology, Instructional Tech Tools

Apps for ipad for story telling, video modeling, and Literacy

Posted by Lori Blantz on Mar 21, 2018 9:13:42 AM
This month I am sharing out about two easy and fun apps that I have been sharing with staff I work directly with at the IU13. The first one is called Sock Puppets (free version) or Sock Puppets +  ($3.99). These apps allow you to expand student's imaginations by having them use puppets to retell a story, present a social skills topic, or role play. You can incorporate writing with this tool and after they write out their script or story they can use the puppet app to retell it. Uses of Sock Puppets.  Here is a example of how to use it in Elementary School. Check out this fun video. Here is one on how some students wrote a book review for their ELA class.  Check out this video. Here is a HOW TO VIDEO on teaching you how to use Sock Puppets. The difference between the free and paid version is more options of puppets, scenery, and props.   The second app is called Puppet Pals (free) or Puppet Pals 2 ($5.99). This app uses real characters or photos of people. You can also take pictures and upload for scenery. Here is a video on using Puppet Pals 2 to enhance Literacy Instruction
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Topics: Assistive Technology

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Why let the awesome lessons you just used or observed go to waste? For this year's contest, we are asking you to share lesson photos, and the lesson you used along with any lesson support materials with us using this Google Form!

Those who share a photo along with the lesson plan will be entered in our monthly drawing for a chance to win a lesson with Giovanna. Together you will plan a lesson for your students focusing on the content of your choice. 

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ECSES Instructional Technology News  is an IU13 Early Childhood and Special Education Services (ECSES) blog providing support to educators using instructional technology in ECSES classrooms. The team of Lori Blantz (supervisor), Giovanna Chamberlian (Special Education Consultant), and Andrea Fellows (STEM Teacher) create the blogs.  Contact any team member at ecses-it@iu13.org 

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