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Storybird reverses the process of visual storytelling by starting with the image and "unlocking" the story inside. Choose an artist or a theme, get inspired, and start writing.

This is so exciting!

Essential Questions What is digital storytelling? What are the elements of a good story? Why do people tell stories? How is my personal story the same or different from others? Objectives Students will understand that digital storytelling is an effective way to have their voices heard and make a meaningful connection with others.

Create your own "Choose Your Own Adventure" story

The topics are standards-based and of global interest. Each project is designed to be used as is or customized to your classroom's needs. An easy way to find a classroom with which to partner is to check the "Connect with Classrooms" forum on the project index page for posts by interested classrooms. Topics include holidays and festivals, digital storytelling, spanish, global warming, habitats, weather, and natural disasters.

List of projects that make use of global connections to study various topics for late elementary to middle school aged students. I love how the project calendar lays out a specific timeline for when to introduce concepts and exchange emails. The website provides a forum to find cooperating classrooms. The possible pitfall could be not finding a class to exchange ideas.

Digital pop-up book

Digital pop-up book