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Kerpoof
Common Sense Media says
Where kids can safely dabble in techno-creativity.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a free educational site created to help teachers integrate technology into the classroom. But with a little trial and error tweens at home can figure out and use the site's creative art, publishing, and animation tools on their own. There are some social networking and "send to a friend" features, but safety features require kids to have their friends' email addresses to be able to send messages or create a group.
What's it about?
KERPOOF.COM is designed to bring out the inner artist in computer-using kids. This site has many creative options for kids to explore, from quick hits like designing a greeting card to send to grandma via email to the much more challenging project of creating a short animated movie. The social networking aspects of the site -- sharing creations, voting on others' work, email, chat, groups -- are all formulated in very safe, controlled ways.
Is it any good?
The nifty animation tools and some famous artist-inspired backgrounds that go with the art studio will inspire many kids to create their own works of art. And, while many kids will enjoy and learn a lot from using this site on their own, the maximum benefit will most likely be achieved in a classroom setting. Otherwise, kids will have to poke around a lot and use trial and error, as some directions can be rather vague. Teachers can use the site's lesson plans to integrate other subjects into computer lessons and guide students to full use of all of Kerpoof.com's many techno-savvy experiences.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how computers can be used to enhance -- or dampen -- creativity. Sometimes backgrounds or even extensive character options can limit kids' creativity. What are some differences between how you can be creative while using the Kerpoof.com art studio versus starting with a blank sheet of paper? Also, discuss why this kind of "social networking" is safer than other sites, like MySpace or Second Life.
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I use it in the computer lab with 1st grade and up. We create posters that go along with content being taught in the classroom. The older students get more time to explore and create on their own.
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Kid, 11 years old
October 6, 2010
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BORING!!!!!!!
OMG!! r u kidding me do I see games i dont think so this website is so boring u have nuting do wat ever parents said this is a good website something is wrong with them all i see on this screen is blank an kids with me on that!!!
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Kid, 12 years old
April 9, 2008
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Boring
Kerpoof* is just boring. there is nothing to do, you just do nothing. It is just one of those websites where when you look at the homepage you know there is nothing to do!
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perfect for most ages
very good site although they don't update a lot. big range of tools and actvities. need to pay for some but not all or if going through a school.
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no!!!!!!!
this is the wurst game on computer ever! i mean there is nuthing to do here i mean its so boring..... makes me sleep! AHHHHHHAHHHAHHH.... se im playin it right now makin me sleep!
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Kids make their own cartoons!
Great website where kids can make their own animated movies. Kids will probably need an adult to help them figure out how it works at first, but once they get going there's lots of room for creativity, as well as logical panning (laying out activities on a multi-track time line). Can share videos. We haven't gotten any hits yet, so no opinion re: appropriateness. Earn coins when you make movies -- seems like a good incentive system. Has a point, unlike Club Penguin were you earn points by playing silly games.
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Kid, 11 years old
December 8, 2011
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i love kerpoof
i think it is a fun way to learn how to make your own website i love it!
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Kid, 11 years old
September 28, 2011
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Boring to other users...but this site let's you shine your inner artist,using some tools.
This site is so much fun!Perfect for art lovers(Like me) that want to try out something new.Like making your art move.
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Kid, 12 years old
April 22, 2011
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AHHHHHHHHH................................
YAWN.I mean,the site seemed like a good idea,but its sooo BORING.Its for kids who dont know how to express creativity.Seriously,just use stuff like paint or adobe photoshop.they work much better,trust me.
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