My first experience with Book Creator was a success! It was really easy to get my thoughts down and create my first book. I could see using this in a class with minimal instructions on how to use the tech. It used many of the same features we are used to using (the add + button, the details button i). Very simple, allows for more time for kids to be on task.
One thing I did not like about this app is that it was too simple. From what I saw, the only way I could input text was to type it or write with a finger/stylus. I didn't see a way to change up the font or color. I would have liked to have more variety to the book, but I can see why simplicity is sometimes the best way to go.
I could actually see doing something like an introduction book in advisory. I could use a simple layout, similar to the one I created for this class, and have the kids all share them with the rest of the advisory. It could be done on our iPads in advisory, and wouldn't take much time at all.
If you'd like to see my book, I think I found a way to share it from my drive
If you want a more sophisticated book, you could try iBooks Author. With iBooks Author, you create the book on a mac and then the book can be read on any device. You have many more options than Book Creator, but the same concept.
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