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This is a 'must try' iPad app where you can design a 3D creature. Tap, drag and pinch your creation until it is just right and then 'paint' it with the patterns you want. It's a great resource to use alongside creative writing or science work. If you have access to a 3D printer you can even fabricate your design. Download the app at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/123d-creature/id594014056. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+%26+Web+Tools

"View over 200 3D models of historical objects from the British Museum. Manipulate the models online, view using Google Cardboard and download the models to print on a 3D printer."

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Blender is a superb open source professional 3D animation program. Download and make cartoons that what make Pixar proud in no time. Addition free download may be required when prompted. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video,+animation,+film+&+Webcams

Educational software that teaches students computer programming in a 3D environment ... for free!

This is a superb resource for making 3D storyboards and animations. The programme is a little complicated and is designed to be used by older children. It feels similar to Google SketchUp and it will have your class enthralled for hours with creative writing and animating fun. A large download, but worth it. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video%2C+animation%2C+film+%26+Webcams

This is a must try site which provides an amazing 3D world which teaches English and maths core skills. Players race against two other randomly chosen online players of a similar level. The questions start out very easy and adapt to the performance of the player. The questions are read out and some are displayed on the screen. The player just clicks on the correct multiple choice answer to increase their speed. There is a download for PCs and Macs as well as apps for iPad and Android. There are teacher accounts which allow you to make logins for lots of children quickly. When there log in students will be asked to design an avatar. Because the resource requires a sizeable download it takes a little time to set up, but because it runs on your local device game play is very smooth and quick. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+%26+Web+Tools

Download Muvizu to create superb 3D animations. There are a lot of options, and some features are a little bit tricky to use, but the results look great. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video,+animation,+film+%26+Webcams

This is LEGO Digital Designer. The program that lets you build with LEGO bricks on your computer.

A downloadable 3D model maker from Lego. Designed for children and simple to use. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+&+Web+Tools

Sketchup from Google is a widely used 3D modelling program. Originally designed to design buildings in Google Earth, it can be used to model anything. There is a vast library of pre-made components to download. So many possible uses in the classroom. Make sure you are using it too! http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+&+Web+Tools

This is a superb resource for making 3D storyboards and animations. The programme is a little complicated and is designed to be used by older children. It feels similar to Google SketchUp and it will have your class enthralled for hours with creative writing and animating fun. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video,+animation,+film+&+Webcams

Great site for learning more about Blender 3D and how to use it. Examples and tutorials here.

Make 3D animated cartoon videos with computer generated audio via apps, PC and Mac downloads. Free for the basics, but payment is needed to unlock additional features/characters.

"This is a superb site and download where you can make 3D animated cartoons by selecting your props, characters and locations and then use blocks to programme how things move and interact in a similar way to MIT's Scratch. You can upload your creations to the website to share. There are a set of challenges to try and you can even remix animations designed by other users."

Design and build virtual robots with this great download and site from the BBC. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+&+Web+Tools

A superb plugin for Google Sketchup that brings physics into your models. You will be amazed what you and your class will learn with this tool. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+&+Web+Tools

This is Augmented Reality for the Masses. Make any Google Sketchup model into a Augmented Reality model with 1 click with this free plugin. Amazing! I'm very excited. A little tricky to set up, but worth it. Email me if you need help. See it in action on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsQ-YGgVUT0 Get the marker from http://www.inglobetechnologies.com/en/products/arplugin_su/download/Marker.pdf http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+&+Web+Tools

"Free, open source version of Minecraft. Enable 'Creative Mode' to let your pupils to build as their imagination and creativity allows. Download for Windows, Mac or Android devices. The game is supported by a community and a huge set of mods to modify the game for individual needs."

This is a superb site and download where you can make 3D animated cartoons by selecting your props, characters and locations and then use blocks to programme how things move and interact in a similar way to MIT's Scratch. You can upload your creations to the website to share. There are a set of challenges to try and you can even remix animations designed by other users. Discovered via @mberry http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video%2C+animation%2C+film+%26+Webcams

Create short animated films with audio, text, backgrounds and a 3D avatar on an Apple device, then share the video online. Ideal for sharing ideas, tasks or homework. Download the app at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gami/id572737805?ls=1&mt=8 http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video%2C+animation%2C+film+%26+Webcams

Great app for instruction and student projects. Here is a short tutorial on how easy it is to use, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgpLpOy5V9A

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