WHAT’Snew
Bretford Manufactur-
ing Inc. has released
a new durable case and
charger that allows educa-
tors to transport, manage,
and simultaneously charge
multiple iPads and iPad minis.
The PowerSync Roller case
carries 10 iPads and 20 iPad minis. When you need to
charge or sync the devices, simply leave them in the case,
attach cables, and turn it on. The PowerSync Roller also ac-
commodates iPhones and iPod touches. You can plug in any
combination of iDevices, and the configurator will sync them
automatically.
Byook is a new app that brings
books to life by incorporating graph-
ics, animation, and sound effects.
Designed for tablets and smart-
phones, Byook was founded by three
professionals from the video game
and digital entertainment industries
who are dedicated to creating mul-
tilayered reading experiences. Of-
ferings from Byook include Sherlock
Holmes: The Speckled Band, featuring original text by Sir
Arthur Conan Doyle; Little Fear by Miguel Vargas; and the
young adult book Tara Duncan by Sophie Audouin-Mamiko-
nian. Every page of the Byook is enhanced with a graphical
and musical rhythm that echoes the narrative rhythm of the
text. Byook requires no gadget interaction, no clicking, and
no shaking to access interactive features. The Byook stimu-
lates readers’ imaginations by suggesting more than
it shows with sounds and pictures.
MORE INFO: www.byook.com
Discovery Education and Intel Corporation have expanded
the Curiosity in the Classroom website to include new
lesson plans and activities that create science, technology,
engineering, and math (STEM) connections across various
subjects. This interactive educational tool contains curricu-
lum on topics such as artificial intelligence, communications,
computers, nanotechnology, and robotics. The site provides
resources that encourage insightful conversation among
educators, students, and families. The updated site features
new topics integrated into multidisciplinary lesson plans and
activities for English language arts and world history to help
students make real-world connections to STEM topics and
gain essential problem-solving skills.
MORE INFO: curiosityintheclassroom.com
Aquafadas has released KidsMotion, slideshow animation
software designed for young people. The kid-friendly interface and themed templates let students easily create their
own animated slideshows using their photos, videos, and
soundtracks. They can present photos in many fun ways,
such as being pulled by flying insects or carried by hot air
balloons. Kids can share their photo stories with friends
and relatives in just two clicks.
MORE INFO: www.aquafadas.com/en/kidsmotion
L&L senior editor Diana Fingal compiled this information from press releases sent to the L&L editorial office. The L&L staff does not
review the products and resources, and they are offered here without recommendation. Send press releases to products@iste.org.
