storyjumper.com is an awesome tool for the reading classroom. This web tool allows students to create and publish original stories. Students can create work on their own, or the teacher can create a class site and monitor student work. After learning about plot in the classroom, students can follow 7 steps and create their own book. Students can use original art or art within storyjumper to illustrate their book, and then share their book with friends and family. ready made templates are provided or images can be uploaded to make the book more personal. There is the option to have your book printed and students are able to purchase it, or students can simply save their created books online and send links for friends and family to read it.Easy to follow instructions are available in print format to guide students through each step of the process in the story creation. A story starter worksheet is also available to allow students to brainstorm ideas for characters, challenges, setting, climax, and resolution. Resources are provided to help students with creating characters or setting. This tool will have students begging to write.
Not only is the tool itself fun and engaging, but students will have created a memory that will last a lifetime.
Diane this is such a cute idea. I'm a high school teacher but I think my kids would love to do this. I am a business teacher but I have to integrate reading and language arts into my class. This would be awsome! Thanks for sharing this tool on your blog.
ReplyDeleteDiane, I love this!!! In my experience, Kids love to be authors. Digital media has really opened up reading and writing to students who have struggled with paper/ pencil tasks. StoryJumper is a good way to encourage many academic and technology skills. I agree with Pamela, this could be used at many levels.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tool to have found! I think elementary teachers that allow students to work with such a tool can inspire great writers. The opportunity for students to have their work published and stored electronically for them to keep as a keepsake is invaluable. Teachers who use Storyjumper can definitely create an imprint that will last a lifetime! Great job!
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