Storybird is an online tool that allows users to collaboratively create stories by selecting artwork and writing text to accompany the images. Users can choose from various themes that include pre-selected art and then write their story inspired by the pictures. Stories can be shared publicly or privately. The document discusses how Storybird can be used in educational settings to promote literacy and language development. It provides ideas for classroom assignments using Storybird and tips for using the tool with students.

3. Literacy is a Passion!

5. Storybird is a Web 2.0 tool that allows for individual and collaborative storytelling. StoryBird

9. StoryBird Storybird reverses the process of visual storytelling. Start with the image and "unlock" the story inside. Choose an artist or theme, get inspired, start writing!

10. Storybird.com Browse the themes or art on Storybird

11. Start writing your story based on art from the chosen theme. Add more pictures, pages, and text as you go Storybird.com

13. My first Storybird~ The power of sharing emotion

18. Tips and tricks: Play with it before you share it with students Preview stories you want students to read Gather a classroom library or collection to have kids preview Issues/Downfalls : Can’t manipulate font size, type,color Must use the provided art in theme No substitution of art between themes Students may take awhile to pick their theme! You have to invite people one at a time