Sago Mini Doodlecast
© 2013 Sago Mini
Note: This was formerly called DoodleCast for Kids by zinc Roe. This drawing app lets you simultaneously record your voice as you draw, then play back your drawings to be shared. It is a "talk and draw" experience that makes self-narrating and sharing a drawing into a nearly one-step process, providing you have an iPad. In addition, having an active YouTube account is handy for the optional sharing part. The app features 30 drawing prompts, i.e. simple questions designed to prompt a drawing. These include topics like "eat", "street", "eyes", and so on. You can choose a prompt or start from scratch, and the app records the entire drawing process along with audio from the microphone to create short videos. The app is designed as a creative activity and teaching aid, allowing children to express themselves through art and conversation, and can be used for anything from practicing counting and letters to talking about experiences and feelings. Features include: over 30 storytelling prompts; easy-to-use drawing tools; records every stroke, word and giggle; automatically saves your movies; export videos to your camera roll; and supports 14 languages including Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese and Mandarin. There are no in-app purchases or third-party advertising. This is a very important app; a fact that was recognized by the 2012 KAPi jurors when they called DoodleCast the "best app for younger children." The process is what's important here -- this app turns the iPad into an ideal experience to share with an adult.
$0.99, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch (iOS 5.0 or later)
Teaches: creativity, language
CTR Rating: 95%