Skriva is the first calligraphy application that uses Brazilian cursive font as a basis for handwriting teaching. Skriva is also an important ally in the literacy phase, helping to introduce the practice of cursive handwriting associated with technology, keeping the childs focus and interest in the activity.
Features that you will find using Skriva:
- Brazilian cursive font with the use of the ligatures
- Practice uppercased and lowercased letters, shapes, numbers, words, and repetition of letters through the calligraphy notebook
- Possibility to add new words to practice!
- Voice feature that pronounces the letter thats being practiced, promoting the childs independence in class
- When practicing letter groups, the child receives rewards through gamification dynamics!
- Different font sizes to customize the activity according to the childs practice
- It is possible to enable and disable sounds, as you feel more comfortable
- Visual and audible feedback at each activity
- Possibility to use a ruled canvas in the practice of letters and words
More features of Skriva:
- No login is required to do the activities, so its okay if iPads are shared between kids. Its simple, just open the app and start practicing!
- The application is available both in English and Portuguese. Change the language in the device settings, and Skriva can be used to combine writing practice with learning a new language!
- When practicing a letter, an animation is presented that shows the path that must be followed to draw that letter. That way, the child has more autonomy in the learning process. And it also reduces the need for help from an educator.
- The rewards in gamification can be reset easily, providing a fresh experience for new students using the same device.
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Benefits of using Skriva:
- Learning to write cursive in a playful and fun way
- Improve fine motor skills
- Helps to increase cognitive ability
- Stimulates the learning and practice of communication
- Positive and constructive feedback to the child
If you have any questions, please, contact us:
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Credits:
Developed by: Aline Escobar, Camila Prates, Carolina Nobre, Diego Henrique Oliveira, Igor Vicente, Julia Alberti e Júlia Silveira.
The Brazilian cursive font used in this application comes from the work of Sandro Roberto Fetter - A doctor in Design by Graduate Program in Design at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul.