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SecretBuilders is a virtual world for children 5 to 14 years old powered by a web 2.0 community of children, parents, educators, writers, artists and game developers. On SecretBuilders, children will explore virtual lands, undertake quests, play games, maintain a home, nurture a pet, and interact with their friends. Three features which form the backdrop for SecretBuilders distinguish it from other online worlds: * Children learn through immersing themselves in the stories, themes, and concepts from the best in literature, arts and humanities. They will interact with famous historical and fictional figures and be introduced to content and characters from world civilization and the great thoughts and ideas of human creativity. * Children will create this site, not just consume it. They are directly involved in creating this world with their ideas, critiques and contributions on virtually every aspect of the site and many of their ideas will be implemented! * Children publish their works - writings, art, videos - making SecretBuilders their own personal store of creativity. They can invite friends and family to view their works, and comment upon them. Seeing their works published and enjoyed by others instills tremendous for self-confidence as well as motivation to do more.

"Children of all ages draw pets and animals and play with them as they pop to life online. Shidonni is a virtual world that promoted creativity and imagination with kids 4 and up. Shidonni supports Children's sense of responsibility as they grow and care for their own doodles and creations. Shidonni gives a set of drawing tools and cool effects, so kids can explore their imagination fully. "

Kerpoof is all about having fun, discovering things, and being creative. Here are just a few ways you can use Kerpoof:\n * Make artwork (even if you aren't good at drawing!)\n * Make an animated movie (really! it's easy!)\n * Earn Koins which you will soon be able to spend in The Kerpoof Store\n * Make a printed card, t-shirt, or mug\n * Tell a story\n * Make a drawing\n * Vote on the movies, stories, and drawings that other people have made

"delve into the topic of copyright and Creative Commons to help my students develop good blogging habits."

"Miss Alaineus, A Vocabulary Disaster is a hilarious romp through the usually not-so-funny world of vocabulary. Sage misses school due to a cold and from there the misunderstanding begins. But "miscellaneous" is finally revealed for the word it truly is, and Sage manages to redeem herself in a marvelous and inspiring creative leap."

Virtual world Make-a-Flake teaches real-world scissoring skills by letting players create snowflakes from folded sheets of paper. Can also print a flake from a gallery to start making snowflakes in real life.

Educators are being challenged to use Lego kits' contents to develop a hands-on activity for their students. This can range from a simple build to a more advanced mathematical problem. You're the creator, so let your imagination lead you!

Free, award-winning drawing program for children ages 3 to 12. It combines an easy-to-use interface, fun sound effects, and an encouraging cartoon mascot who guides children as they use the program.