I had an opportunity to explore 3 comic generating tools! I must say they were all fun and ADDICTIVE! View below to see my creation!
#ToonDoo
I created a short comic preview of the book The Year of the Dog! ToonDoo is so much fun and it is FREE! Students are able to make multiple panel comic strips and customize their characters, setting, background etc. This comic tool has simple features that make it easy to navigate. Users are able to easily drag and drop their objects to their desired panel.
#MakeBeliefsComix
On this website, I decided to create a comic strip on "Just Right Books" Make Beliefs Comix is another free tool that does not require you to register! I feel like it was a very basic comic tool that is catered to younger students or special ed. It is pretty easy to get started and navigates. Users are able to choose from black and white quirky characters, objects, background, etc. It makes the user feel like they are creating old-school comics!
***The simplicity of this app may bore some users. It limits users ability to customize their comic strip.
#Pixton
And the winner goes to Pixton! Of course, I had to create a silly comic on a recent movie I just saw (#BlackPanther)! I love everything about this Comic tool!! This website is fun for all ages! Students and educators are able to explore comics on different subjects including math, reading, science, history, and so many more! The free subscription of Pixton provides users with an abundance of templates to choose from. Users are able to easily customize their character's appearance from skin tones and actions to facial expressions. In addition, the free version gives users a way to edit comic strips that have already been published without altering the original version. This is great for students that might have a hard time generating ideas!
I feel like the only Con of this comic tool app is that you have to pay for additional features that allow you to uniquely add their personal touch by uploading their own designs and much more!
Tellagami
Tellagami is another comic/cartoon app that I am looking forward to exploring! If you want to bring your cartoon to life, you have to try this app! There are many examples of Tellagami videos online that I watched with my students and they loved them! Users are able to add their own voice to their 3D animated character. It is similar to Powtoons, but the avatars look very realistic. Users are able to customize their character and background from the options the app provides. They can also upload images to personalize their background.Unfortunately, my iPad was stolen! I was unable to create a Tellagami...that is one downside... it is only for iPad users. They should make this app compatible with different operating systems not just for iPad users!
Below is an example I found online! Enjoy!
As a future librarian, I listed some ways educators can use comics/cartoons with students.
- Book Summaries
- Book reviews
- Special Projects
- Homework
- Promote Reading Comprehension
- Tutorials
- Reflections
- Reading Response
I like your MakeBeliefsComix and that you included very different characters to explain one concept. I don't teach ELAR, but I could have my kids create a comic as a fun timeline. It's also a fun option as a final product to a PBL project. Pixton was also my favorite because I could customize so many things!
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Thanks for sharing that Tellagami! I don't have an ipad that I can add apps to at school, so I was not able to try that one. I loved hearing the kid say that Because of Winn-Dixie was written by "Kate" and the kid in the background butchering her last name...haha Such a cool way for kids to do book reviews (and slightly creepy). :-)
ReplyDeleteI had a similar issue with Tellagami. I had the app on my ipad but the changes in the IOS system made it so I couldn't use it. My students loved using it. I would have them do book summaries or explain main idea and detail. It was a great way to have fun and check for understanding.
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