Storybird vs Three Good Things

Storybird offers a very intuitive interface that allows for a professional finish with impressive graphics. But the point is that this can be achieved without too much thought about the tech side of things, allowing for a focus on creativity and originality. The provided guides(opens in new tab) are really useful for teaching or having students work at home. From guides on how to write a prompt, to writing a killer hook, there are lots of ways to work directly on creative writing improvement.

- Luke Edwards

An online writing platform that allows learners at any level to find inspiration, write, read other’s writing, and receive feedback. Storybird has thousands of images to prompt learners’ creativity and get them writing poems, long-form stories, short 500-word “flash fiction,” comics, and even picture books. With hundreds of writing prompts, lessons, video tutorials, and quizzes, educators can assign work in class or use Storybird for homework or classroom extension projects.

- Matthew Lynch

Design: Light and fun best describe StoryBird. Given the target demographic, this is a plus. After logging on, users are only one click away from reading their first StoryBird. The homepage is dominated by a selection of the most recently published stories and offers easy navigation to the sign-up page. All of the StoryBirds are easily navigated. A simple click command turns the pages, making them suitable for younger children to read on their own. Review: The content here is all great—if you’re a young a child. Keep in mind that this is a tool, rather than something aimed at teachers. Lessons run the gamut from what to do when faced with a bully, to how things would be if everyone cared. There are also non-lesson-based stories available for pure enjoyment. All of the StoryBirds are nicely illustrated and beautiful to look at. Their content is very age-specific, but would be very well received by that demographic.

- Jason Tomaszewski

My first experience was in contacting the owners of this app b/c I only rarely got the "share" button on my entries. My message was answered requesting more information within minutes. The info was provided and I got a response within a day or two. However, at some point, I mistakenly deleted the app and had to re-install it. I always get the "share" button now! I LOVE this app and the owners of it, and I appreciate being asked to look over my day and find 3 good things, each & every day!

- Roberta Cook

Most people don't know I struggle with ADHD, GAD, and depression. This simple app however inconsistently I've been using it, has been keeping me tethered to hope and is changing my focus, little by little. I go through a lot of apps. I'll keep this one for as long as it's maintained. And if it ever stops running, it's taught me how to keep the practice going.

- Tina Marie Kauffman

Love this app! Haven't had it very long but I love the simplicity and how you don't have to put in ANY personal info! The only thing I would think of changing is having the option to change the background color, but it's not big enough a deal to make me stop using this app! It's easy, free, simple, and wonderful. Would highly recommend!!

- Naomi VanDyne