How to use this tool:
When you arrive at the page, you will see a hardcover looking book. At the bottom of the book, click "enter."
At the bottom of the page, there are many tools to use.
1. Backgrounds: use the arrow to select a background. Clicking on the background places it on the page.
2. Characters: use the arrows to select a character. Clicking on it will place it on the page. Also, clicking the arrows on "scale" and "action" (once it is placed on the page) will change the size and action of the character.
3. Objects: use the arrows to select an object. Clicking on it will place it on the page. Also, like the character, you can use the "scale" to change its size.
- Selecting the pencil/Write option brings up a text box that the author can type in. The "scale" option makes the text larger or smaller. Also, the tex box can be moved by dragging any black corner.
- The "pages" option allows the author to write multiple pages as well as a cover and back of the book.
- To delete an object, select it and then select the trash bin option.
- When finished with the book, select "finish book." You will then have the option to read the book by turning the pages, emailing the book to someone, or printing the book out.
- Selecting "exit" clears the book and takes you back to the start screen.
I feel that this tool is applicable to all ages. It is a bit limited by the amount of characters/backgrounds/objects, but it can teach students ho to write a short story. A lower elementary student could write a few words on each page. An upper elementary student could write a longer short story or even compose poetry.
I think it is great that you have the option of printing the book for free as well as sharing it with someone via email. Can you think of other uses for this tool?
