This document provides instructions for accessing and using the Kid Pix drawing program. It explains how to find Kid Pix through My ASU and launch the app. It then lists and describes the various drawing tools in Kid Pix. Some classroom applications are suggested, such as using Kid Pix for story illustration or providing templates through the Idea Machine. Finally, instructions are given for a sample activity where students create a picture using specific Kid Pix tools and including their name and class.

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2. Kid Pix Tutorial VideoTutorial Video

3. Go to My ASUClick on the link, My Apps, located on the left columnSearch for Kid PixClick “Run App Now”Follow the promptsHow To Get Kid Pix

4. Idea MachineHelpDrawText toolPaintFill BucketSticker toolRubber StampMixerBackgroundSound AnimationsGrabEraserStart overMistakePaint colorTools

5. Used to illustrate thoughts without worrying about letter form.Students can use graphics in their work to illustrate their thoughts.Students can write a story and illustrate it with Kid Pix.Kid Pix can be available during center time for the students to explore visually and create stories.The Idea Machine can be used to provide templates that correspond with class lessons.Classroom Application

6. Activity: 5 minutes1. Open up Kid PIX2. Create a picture using at least five tools, including text, sound, and three others of your choice3. Include your name and ECD 313 on your picture4. Have fun and be creative!Now It’s Your Turn

7. Educational Resources (2009). Kid pix. Retrieved from http://www.edresources.com/images/resources/kidpix /Home.hthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SFnkFbY_boSources