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EXAMPLES OF THE APP ACROSS THE CURRICULUM

GORILLA BY ANTHONY BROWNE IDEA 7 - EXPLORING HANNAH'S THOUGHTS

Here is the next video in the series linked to the fantastic book - Gorilla by Anthony Browne. 

In this idea, learners think more about Hannah and her thoughts at a particular part of the story. They can show their empathy by recording a video of themselves as Hannah.

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KS1 MATERIALS IDEA 17 - PEOPLE WHO CREATED NEW MATERIALS

Here is the next video in the series looking at KS1 Science - Uses of Everyday Materials. 

In this video, pupils can learn about different scientists who created new materials. Children can bring these scientists to life and speak in role to demonstrate their understanding. ​​

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KS1 MATERIALS IDEA 8 - INTERVIEWING OBJECTS

Here is the next video in the series looking at KS1 Science - Uses of Everyday Materials. 

In this video, children can apply their understanding of materials by bringing objects to life and describing the different properties.

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ELECTRICITY IDEA 4 - EXPLORING SOURCES OF ELECTRICITY

Here is the next video in the series linked to Electricity. In this video, we explore where we get our electricity from. Children can demonstrate their understanding around sustainable sources of energy and how these work.

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LEARNING ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA APPS

Here is the first part of a project looking at children learning and creating guides about different social media apps. After using some of the websites mentioned in previous videos, learners can create videos sharing their understanding of the potential dangers and risks of using different social media platforms.

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BEEGU IDEA 8 - INTERVIEWING BEEGU

Here is the next idea in the series linked to Beegu. In this video, we look at interviewing Beegu. This should allow pupils to demonstrate their understand and empathy towards the character and how the character feels during the story.

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ROCKS TOPIC IDEA 10 - INTERVIEWING MARY ANNING

Here is the next idea linked to the topic of Rocks. In this video, we learn about Mary Anning and how important she was in fossil discovery. Children can share their learning by creating videos interviewing Mary.

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TOY TOPIC IDEA 8 - BRINGING TOYS TO LIFE

​Here's another idea in the series linked to the topic - Toys. In this idea, we look at bringing toys to life allowing children to share their learning about different toys of the past.

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EXCITABLE EDGAR IDEA 12 - INTERVIEWING CHARACTERS (KS1)

Here is another creative way to explore the latest John Lewis Christmas Advert. In this video, we look at a way in which pupils can bring the characters to life and interview them. This idea would be easily accessible for KS1 pupils.

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REFUGEES IDEA 11 - WHAT IS MUM THINKING?

Here is the next video in the series linked to Refugees through the picture book - The Journey. In this video, we look at the character of Mum and how the events of the story must affect her and what she must be thinking despite showing a different side to her children.

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WATER/RIVERS IDEA 4 - EXPLORING THE STAGES OF THE WATER CYCLE

In this next idea in this series looking at water, children can explore each stage of the water cycle in more detail. This idea makes learning so much more accessible for all learners and allows them to share their learning in a much more creative way.

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GUNPOWDER PLOT IDEA 3 - INTERVIEWING GUY FAWKES

In this next video linked to the Gunpowder Plot, learners can become Guy Fawkes. Once they have learnt more about his background and role in the gunpowder plot, they can record themselves in role as Guy sharing everything they have learnt.

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ANCIENT GREECE IDEA 7 - GREEK GOD TOP TRUMPS

Here's another idea for exploring the topic of Ancient Greece. In this video, we use a variety of apps to learn about Ancient Greek Gods, bring them to life and interview them before embedding the videos to create their own Top Trump cards.

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INTERVIEWING THE ANIMALS OF THE RAINFOREST

Once we have explored the different layers of the rainforest, we can then learn about the different animals that live there. Once children have learnt about each animal, they can bring the animals to life to demonstrate their learning.

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SPACE TOPIC LESSON 5 - EXPLAINING GEOCENTRIC VS HELIOCENTRIC THEORIES

Here is idea 5 in the series linked to the topic of Space. This is a follow on from idea 4 and allows learners to explore and explain the geocentric and heliocentric theories and the famous people who first put them forward. Learners combine a few apps to create a really effective finished video.​

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SPACE TOPIC LESSON 2 - INTERACTIVE SOLAR SYSTEM

Here is idea number 2 linked to the topic of Space. In this video, learners create their own interactive guide to the Solar System. Compared to idea number 3, this is an easier project for learners to share their knowledge and understanding of different planets. If you feel this needs to be more challenging, idea 3 will push your learners with their ICT skills.

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Interviewing Storybook characters

In this video, we look at another way to explore a character's feelings/motives/actions by interviewing them through ChatterPix Kids. This idea can easily be adapted to any other story and provides an accessible way for pupils to show empathy and understanding to characters.

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When I'm 100 years old...

Here is a quick little idea I did with Year 2 last week linked to their science topic on the human life cycle. Using a fun ageing app, they turned themselves old before recording some ideas of what they think life will be like when they are 100.

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Exploring the digestive system with chatterpix kids

I thought I would share another idea we explored when doing the Digestive System in Year 4 recently. Chatterpix Kids is such a versatile app and gives every child no matter what their ability with writing the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding. Plenty more ideas with this app coming soon.
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Exploring the Properties of 2D and 3D Shapes through ChatterPix Kids

​Exploring the Properties of 2D and 3D Shapes through ChatterPix Kids. This is an idea I have used with different year groups and gives children of all ability the opportunity to share their knowledge of shapes in a creative way.

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Creating an interactive Christmas Scene

I thought I would share a step-by-step guide for this activity I did with year 2 recently. They created an interactive Christmas scene - https://www.thinglink.com/scene/1124373709570703363

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