Global App Review

Please contribute to the global App review that was started by Wisconsin educators! Let's see how many educators we can have reviewing and adding to our list. If this works correctly, the best apps will filter to the top. If you ADD items, PLEASE ONLY USE THE TABS that are already listed. Also, limit the review of the app to just 2-3 sentences. We want to try and make filtering of them quick and SIMPLE!

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    1. iBooks

      iBooks

      Save .pdf to iBooks for ease in reading lengthy docs on the go. Also, iBooks has some interactive books that engage students in the reading process and their library is growing!

    2. techchef4u

      techchef4u

      This is a wonderful APP for finding APPS!

    3. Science360

      Science360

      Excellent APP by the National Science Foundation that has hundreds of images and videos on all kinds of science related topics. New content is continually being added, so check back often!

    4. Google Earth

      Google Earth

      Read reviews, get customer ratings, see screenshots, and learn more about Google Earth on the App Store. Download Google Earth and enjoy it on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    5. Google Search

      Google Search

      A general search engine...but did you know their is also a VOICE activated search option.

    6. Rover

      Rover

      Rover allows sites with flash to operate. It lags and user has to navigate differently using three fingers...but right now this is at least an option for displaying flash video...

    7. Pocket Zoo

      Pocket Zoo

      This app has all sorts of animals with videos and information about each animal. You could use this app for differentiated learning and provide a checklist for students as they journey through the zoo!

    8. Discovery News

      Discovery News

      Great news for kids.

    9. OverDrive Media Console – Library eBooks and Audiobooks

      OverDrive Media Console – Library eBooks and Audiobooks

      WI Digital Library Access using your public library card. This App will allow the user to read e-books from their iPad.

    10. Ellison the Elephant

      Ellison the Elephant

      This is a great resource to use with young readers, as the book can the option of reading to the student. It is interactive and is about a young elephant trying to find his "voice." This would also be good for use in an upper elementary or middle school classroom for 6+1 trait writing.