Thing 4 - Communicating Visually

Brought in my tablet to work this morning so that I could download Photofunia. And what fun it is to use it!

I can see a lot of potential for this app in my library: from creating posters advertising new stock to spicing up my monthly newsletter.


Photofunia - creative chaos on my desk becomes a piece of art!


I will recommend this to the post-primary teachers, who are always looking for new and fun ways of engaging pupils.

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