ChatterPix Kids

by Duck Duck Moose

ChatterPix is a FREE iPhone and iPad app that is simple to use but endless in possibilities. The app allows you to take any image, add a "mouth" and then record 30 seconds of audio to allow the image to talk. 

In my class, I have used the app to describe animal facts, practice skip counting, retell a story, create a talking alphabet, read a list of sight words, explain classroom rules, and more. The simplicity and creative nature of this app make it a sure hit in your classroom. 

Here is an example of my kids just playing with the app at playtime.  Adding text, filters, and stickers makes it extra fun!  They like to take photos of Mr. Potato Head and make him talk, or my coffee cup, or each other.  I often find funny ChatterPix videos in the gallery, such as someone's T-shirt or backpack with Elsa, talking about their day.  Sometimes I find a photo of a cover of a book, with the character telling a story.  Kids are clever and very independent with this app!  We have a lot of experts who help others.

Use the Drawing Pad or Doodle Buddy and the ChatterPix Kids apps to create talking snowmen.  The snowmen tell you what they think about the weather we have been having!   

1.  Draw in the drawing app

2.  Save in the camera roll

3.  Import the photo into ChatterPix

4.  Make it talk!

I thought this was a cute idea - students help a book character come up with a New Year's resolution!  Or students could retell the story, make up a new ending for a story, etc.

Here's a great article for teachers on how to use ChatterPix to encourage creativity!

Matt Gomez does a terrific job explaining the app step by step.

For more ideas, you can check out this Pinterest board I found!