The Power of Pixie!
Creativity software for students
Why Pixie?
This great creativity software allows students to use text, drawing tools, clipart and narration to share their imagination and understanding of ideas. Students in grades K-5 enjoy using Pixie as a great cross-curricular tool that enhances self-expression, thinking, creativity and communication skills. It's available for Windows and Mac computers (Home Edition), and as an app for iPads, Android tablets, and Kindle Fire HD. For more information on the system requirements and how to purchase Pixie for use at home visit... http://www.tech4learning.com/pixie/requirements.
Pixie projects in the classroom!
Native Americans
Students illustrated and typed about an Indian group. A class book was created for students to read and review content learned.
Multiplication Stories
Students wrote a multiplication word problem and then used drawing tools and stickers to illustrate. Stories were put together to create a slideshow. Students had lots of new word problems to solve!
Cloudy with a chance of?
After reading the book, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, students created their own version of the story to make a class book.
Content Connections!
Use ready-made content activities found within the program, or search the Trading Post on Tech4Learning's site to find activities and templates for Pixie. Let students create their own way to display their understanding of a concept using drawing tools, stickers, and text boxes. The possibilties are endless!
More Pixie Examples!
Real World Product Ideas with Pixie!
Want to learn more about Pixie?
Jennifer Hicks - ITRT
Kersey Creek Elementary
Pole Green Elementary
Rural Point Elementary
Hanover County Public Schools
Email: jhicks@hcps.us
Location: Mechanicsville, VA,
Twitter: @jenhicks