Favorite iPad Apps of Lil O {for Tech Tuesday}

After dinner at our house (and sometimes before dinner) can be a true mix of randomness. Well over a year ago, Lil O saved up and paid for half of an iPad.  Mr. UpCyclist paid the other half.  Sometimes I totally despise that piece of technology.  Other times, when Lil O is using the following apps, I enjoy it as the apps below encourage problem-solving, creativity, and music:

Video Star - Lil O is a music lover.  Really she is.  This app allows her to create the coolest music videos.  You should see the videos she produces.  They are time-consuming, creative and totally entertaining (to me, her and just about everyone else she shares them with).

Edjing - This app allows Lil O to mix, edit and spin her own tunes.  She's like a mini-deejay in training.  Plus, I like how this app makes her think ahead, pay attention to beats & rhythms, and be musically creative.

Sing! - For karaoke lovers, this app is hysterical.  You partner up with people from all over the world to sing duets.  I was concerned about the safety of this app, but so far, I'm not seeing anything fishy. I'll keep you posted if I do.

And just in case you want to see the randomness that happens sometimes all at once at our house, here you go.  An annotated photo....

I so love this kid and all the randomness.

Jen

Favorite Apps {for Tech Tuesday}

I'm certain, like me, you have your favorite apps.  If so, would you mind sharing them in the comments section below?  In fact, I will pay it forward and trade with you.

Here are my current favs....

• Wunderlist - I originally blogged about Wunderlist here.  It helps me stay on top of my to-do lists.  It remains a favorite app of mine.
• Coach's Eye - This app is new to me, but I am using it with my weekend students to give them feedback about their presentations and teaching style.  It was originally marketed to coaches, but I think it has great promise in the classroom.  And Tech Smith (makers of Jing) gifted the app to me as they are a new cycling team sponsor.  Yay!
• Pages - This is the Facebook app that lets you manage any business/organization pages you administer.  It makes keeping up with Upcycled Education's Facebook page super easy.
• Google Drive - I am fast becoming a Google lover - I know, I'm a little behind.  This app lets me see all my documents that are within my Google Doc account and modify them from my iPhone.  Google Drive makes me feel productive.
• Instagram - I haven't really marketed Upcycled Education's Instagram account, but if you want a little "more" of Upcycled Ed, become a follower.  I like to get my micro-blog on with Instagram and share behind the scenes photos and activities.

Those are my current favorite apps.  What are yours?  I'm listening.....

Best,

Jen