Hello, summer! I am super excited for a much-needed break from early mornings and long days. For those of you still in school, hang in there! 😉
One of my favorite things about summer is actually looking ahead and planning the things I’ll do differently next year. While I enjoy relaxing, I do have trouble turning my “teacher brain” off. I posted about it on my Facebook page Friday and many of you agreed with me, so this post is going to be perfect for you!
I had the opportunity to review FarFaria, a children’s book app for iPad and Android. Designed for children from 2 to 9, it has over 700 interactive stories with 5 new ones added each week. It will definitely appeal to students of all ages and has enough support built in that makes it perfect for reading together and reading alone.
What I especially liked…
Audio mode so students can listen and follow along at the same time
I also appreciated that there’s no advertising in the app or hidden fees. You can download the app and read 1 story for free every day. If you’re ready to buy, you can choose from 6 month and 12 month subscription options.
And just in case you aren’t already convinced, here are a few videos I made to really show you how it works.
First up, here’s an overview of how the app works.
This is a level 3 option using the audio mode. The pacing and expression is spot on.
Here’s an example of a sing along that would be perfect for Thanksgiving.
Finally, here’s a preschool example. I love the counting, colors, and ABC options. My nephew is turning 2 this summer and I grabbed him a subscription immediately. He’ll love it!
Of course I’m not going to show you such an amazing app without having an offer for you. It’s giveaway time! One lucky reader will scoop up a 3 month subscription to FarFaria. Just enter on the Rafflecopter below. When you visit their Facebook page, leave a comment letting them know you came over from Ms. Fultz’s Corner. Good luck!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
I saw this reviewed on another blog and it really does look like a great app to have! Fingers crossed I win!
Butterflying Through Teaching
Definitely going to check out this app!
Julie
Math is Elementary
A favorite book of mine is Acheron. A great read!!
I love the children's book, The Day the Crayons Quit – it's so funny and a great way to teach voice!
My favorite book for children is The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. It takes us all on a journey from selfishness to selflessness.
Diane
Teaching With Moxie
I definetly need to check this out! Our summer academy begins tomorrow, I think I'll have some students try it out!
Thanks for posting…I can't wait to check this app out!
This looks great. Our school is getting us 5 tablets per classroom next year and this is exactly the type of app I am looking for. My favorite children's book is Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon!
Thank you for sharing about the app. It is good to see 'what happens' on an app like this.
This is the first time I am view your blog and I like what I see.
My favorite children's read aloud is Stellaluna (picture book) but my favorite chapter book is Tales of Despereaux. I couldn't just pick one!
Hello! My name is Rachel, and I am brand new to the teacher blogging world! I just graduated from college, and am starting my first full time teaching position in a few days. If you have any tips or advice for a new blogger, please let me know. Also, feel free to check out my blog and let me know what you think! Thanks everyone!!!! 🙂
-Rachel
Teaching, Coffee, and Aloha
I love to read Because of Winn Dixie to my class.
Debinderry@gmail.com
I love the children's book Moon Over Manifest!
New Adventures in Elementary
This would be PERFECT for the Daily 5's Listen to Reading.
I have read a lot about this app! I would love to get to use it!!
I am reading Wonder and it is amazing!