Toca Mini , a relatively new app for iPad and iPhone developed by the folks at Toca Boca is currently free (regularly 2.99). Developed for 6-8 year olds, Toca Mini app provides a tools to design a creature with facial parts (eyes, nose, mouth, etc.), hair and put designs on the clothes given pallets of parts and shapes. Users get a 3-D creature that is animated with entertaining gestures, expressions and simple actions.
Here are a few pictures of what’s included in the app:
As a creation app, the camera allows taking a picture of the creation to share or print.
A fun app for young children and a great way to work on body parts! Free today!
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We tested this app out yesterday and LOVED it. Great for body part reinforcement but really wonderful as a motivator. I love apps that require steps. Students are very motivated to complete a therapeutic activity or exercise and then use the iPad. Step by step games like this are quick and wonderful. Another great Toca Boca app.
Thank you Margaret for your comment on it’s therapeutic use! Your expert comments are very valuable.
Carol