Storybird

Storybird is a Web 2.0 tool that allows users to create their own stories and poems, or read stories by other Storybird users.  The tool provides beautiful artwork by numerous artists as a starting point to inspire students to begin writing a story.  On the Storybird website they describe it as "[a] new literacy tool for a new generation.  Inspire students to write and read better, and more often."

Storybird in the Classroom

Storybird can be used by students to work independently or collaborate to create a story or poem that can shared with peers for assessment.  Students can be added to a class that offers an extra element of privacy.  Stories can also be printed.  The collaboration aspect and amazing artwork are what makes this tool so appealing.