Why App Smashing Matters: Book Creator + FigJam

Let’s talk about why combining Book Creator and FigJam is a total game-changer for classrooms. Together, these tools unlock a world of possibilities:

• Smooth projects from start to finish: Brainstorm in FigJam, then create polished digital books in Book Creator.
• Peer feedback made easy: Use simple, intuitive tools to foster collaboration and growth.
• Real-world sharing and reflection: Publish projects students can be proud of, while encouraging deeper learning.

As David Curran emphasized, “These tools work seamlessly together to make collaboration simple and powerful.” And Farmer Faubs, drawing on her experience as a digital coach, highlighted the practical ways to apply this in real classrooms, sharing, “When students know their work will be seen, they take more pride in it. That’s the power of Book Creator and FigJam.”

Real-World Examples: How Teachers Are Using This App Smash

Both David Curran and Farmer Faubs shared awesome ways they’ve seen teachers smash these apps together. Here’s a peek:

7th-Grade Holiday Book Project

Farmer Faubs described how her students used Book Creator templates to brainstorm and draft holiday stories. They then brought their drafts into FigJam boards for peer critique using tools like “Compliments and Critiques.”

The best part? The students shared their finished books with K-2 classrooms. Knowing their work would have an actual audience inspired them to go all in. Farmer Faubs shared how rewarding it was for students to see their work evolve and have an impact.

6th-Grade Countries Project

David Curran shared another cool example. Students researched different countries and created stunning digital books in Book Creator. FigJam came in for collaboration, with students giving feedback using methods like “Compliments and Considerations.”

To wrap it up, students reflected on their learning using Book Creator templates, sharing personal takeaways and growth from the project. David described this process as a perfect blend of creativity, collaboration, and self-reflection.

“These tools make feedback engaging and purposeful,” David said. The bottom line? Pairing FigJam and Book Creator takes classroom projects to the next level, helping students learn, collaborate, and share in meaningful ways.