StoryJumper

= ﻿Storyjumper =

= Grade Level: ﻿ = All kids ages 1-99.

= Strengths: =
 * Free for teachers, students, and parents.
 * Family and friends can share stories online.
 * You have an option of ordering hardback copies for family/friends.
 * You can print a copy to your creation yourself from your own printer.
 * There is a storystarter workbook available or you can use their own creative writing lesson plans (downloadable)
 * StoryJumper teaches kids 7 steps to complete a story arc.
 * Students can illustrate their own story from the StoryJumper library, or they can upload their own images.
 * If you choose to order hardcopies of the book there are school discounts.
 * You can either start your story form scratch, use the story starters, or personalize books which are already available on the site. These choices are helpful in supporting all skill levels.
 * IT IS FUN!!!!!

= Weaknesses: =
 * Hardcover books are a bit pricey, (starts at $24.95.)
 * Once you get started, you don't want to stop!
 * If you use clipart from online sources, the pictures aren't always transparent for layering.

= Opportunities: =
 * Endless
 * This is a wonderful way to help those students that aren't necessarily as artistic as others, show a new side to their creativity.

= Threats: =
 * Make sure when using clipart from online students are not violating copyright regulations or laws.

= Ideas for the Classroom: =
 * Field trip scrapbooking
 * Mother's Day or Christmas presents
 * Science and social studies non-fiction books
 * Creative writing projects in any language

= Links to Resources: =
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= Links to Examples: =
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 * **@http://www.storyjumper.com/book/index/18532/The-Lonely-Acorn**