Speaking
Vokis can be used as an avatar on a blog or wiki. Children can choose their character, it's clothing, background etc. The site allows you to type in your text (and have an automated voice reading it) or to record your message that will be "lip synced" by the voki. |
Have some fun with our tongue twisters, don't just read them, say them out loud over and over untill your tongue is totally twisted! |
Audacity is free recording software. Once it is downloaded onto your computer, you can use it to record and save reader's theatre, oral reading, children's Christmas wish list, etc. |
Click here to learn about how to make a speech. It's really helpful |
Here is another great site that helps you learn how to make a presentation. It's got good advice and tips to help you. |
Great activity to develop discussion about 'What's the difference' Fab for 3-6 years |
Voicethread adds voice to pictures. It also allows voice comments. An example of a second grade class using Voicethread for their country reports is here. Devon Caldwell's kindergarten class made a Voicethread about making applesauce. | Listening to tongue twisters is one way to improve your English pronunciation. It's very difficult to say tongue twisters so don't worry if you can't do it very well at first, just have fun! |
Some tongue twisters really twist your tongue, have a go, say them out loud. How fast can you go? |