Overview of Augmented Reality Apps
Here is a list of Augmented Reality apps with the app's website; the presenters' suggestions for targeted grade level, subject, topic, and other comments; and the target image to be used with the app.
Click here to access the LACUE 2014 Prezi
Click here to access the LACUE 2014 Prezi
To test an app:
- Open the named app
- Follow the on screen instructions
- When the app asks you to scan a target image, scan the image on your computer screen
- To print the target image: right click the image and select "open in new tab." Print the image from the new tab.
Anatomy 4D
*NOTE: be careful when using this app, some items may not be appropriate for some students (e.g. the reproductive system).
Price: Free Suggested Grade Level: Secondary, (9-12) Subject: Science Topic: Anatomy of the human body & heart Other comments: does not provide much information, but includes very detailed graphics, "almost hands on - 4D is so cool!" |
AR Dinopark
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Kindergarten - 4th Subject: Science Topic: Dinosaurs Other comments: cool because it shows the dinosaurs but, there are no directions; may be confusing to use *There is only one free dinosaur (triceratops) the other 4 dinosaurs cost $0.99 There are no target images required for AR Dinopark. |
AR Flashcards
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Preschool - Kindergarten Subject: ELA; Science Topic: Alphabet; dinosaurs Other comments: Very cute and fun for younger students |
*To print all of the AR Flashcards at one time click HERE.
AR Flashcards Shapes & Colors
Price: $2.99
Suggested Grade Level: Preschool - Kindergarten Subject: Math Topic: Colors and Shapes Other comments: Very cute and fun for little ones to use, interactive |
*To print all of the AR Flashcards at one time click HERE.
AR Space
Price: $2.99
Suggested Grade Level: Pre-K - 5th Subject: Science Topic: Planets & Space Other comments: 3D solar system; brings a lesson to life; interactive |
*To print all of the AR Flashcards at once click HERE.
Aurasma
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: All Grade Levels Subject: Various Topic: Various Other comments: New and interesting way to learn; very interactive, but does not always work; awesome 3D lessons; perfect to use in classrooms; students can also learn by creating their own aura |
Because Aurasma Allows users to create their own augmented reality experiences, there are many target images for Aurasma. See this page for more about Aurasma and target images that can be scanned with Aurasma.
Big Bird's WordsPrice: $1.99
Suggested Grade Level: Preschool to First Grade Subject: Reading Topic: Phonics Other comments: Great for comprehension! very interactive; love how it gives extra information about ingredients; easy and helpful; perfect for beginning readers |
Chromeville
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Elementary School Subject: Art Topic: Coloring pages can be related to any topic Other comments: kids would love it; 3D color pages move; can learn about different environments, the best app |
Below is an example of a target image for Chromeville. There are different 'villages' to choose from. Each village has different target images within the village. To view all villages click HERE. Select a village then click on the available chapter.
colAR Mix
Price: Free app; some in app purchases for certain images
Suggested Grade Level: All Grades Subject: Various Topic: Coloring pages can be related to any topic Other comments: Love it! very interactive; fun for anyone; you color pages and pictures come to life; children would LOVE this |
Below is a target image for colAR Mix. There are multiple target images that can be printed and colored then scanned by colAR mix. Click HERE to view and print the free pack. Visit http://colarapp.com/ for more free and paid images. (You will be able to print the paid images but when you try to scan them with the app, it will ask you to pay. Make sure you only print the free images if you do not way to pay for images.)
Cyberchase Shape Quest - Free
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Elementary School Subject: Math Topic: Shape recognition Other comments: Great for shape recognition and spatial awareness; very fun and interactive; students will love catching the lost puppies and patching up the path to bring them home |
DisneyNature Explore - Free
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Elementary School Subject: Science Topic: Animals Other comments: Great way to learn about animals, fun and educational for kids There are no required target images for DisneyNature. Just download and go! |
Earth AR
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Middle School Subject: Science Topic: Earth Other comments: boring, did nothing; confusing, cool, but not interactive; basically a globe There are no required target images for Earth AR |
Elements 4D
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: High School Subject: Chemistry Topic: Elements Other comments: I would definitely use this app! gives a hands on approach to chemistry; perfect for extra practice for students, you can hold an element in your hand! |
Print the paper block, cut along the lines, then glue (or tape) to create cubes. Scan the sides of a cube with the Elements 4D app. For more fun try placing two elements to see if they will bond to create a compound!
*To print all of the cubes click HERE.
*To print all of the cubes click HERE.
Fetch! Lunch RushPrice: $2.99
Suggested Grade Level: Kindergarten - 1st Subject: Math Topic: Addition/Subtraction Other comments: very cute and interactive way to practice basic addition and subtraction |
Freedom Stories
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Upper Middle School and Higher Subject: Social Studies Topic: Various people and events from the early 1800s/slavery era Other comments: Very informative and interactive, great app for history classes; cannot wait to to use; love the 3D There are multiple target images for the Freedom Stories app. Click HERE to view and print all. |
Geometry 101
Price: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Upper Elementary - High School Subject: Math Topic: Geometry Other comments: Great app to teach students area and volume; provides students with formulas and visual image |
Click HERE to print the pdf with the 2 'cards' used with Geometry 101. Below is one card you can use to try out the app before printing the cards.
Guinness World Records 2013, 2014, & 2015
Each edition of the Guinness World Records book has an app that was created to use along with the book. With these app, you can scan designated pages in each book to view more interactive information about the items on the page.
Depending on the edition these books are fairly inexpensive and can be found at the following retailers:
Price: Free app; have to buy books Suggested Grade Level: Elementary - High School Subject: Various Topic: Various Other comments: Really cool to see contents of the book come to life. You can actually stand next to the shortest girl in the world or stand on the top of the world’s tallest mountain! |
Science ARPrice: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Upper Elementary - Middle School Subject: Science Topic: The Water Cycle & The Earth |
The first image is about the water cycle. Scan each corner of the image with the Science AR to learn more about each step of the water cycle.
On the second image, scan each character to learn more about the earth.
SkyView FreePrice: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Upper Elementary Subject: Science Topic: Planets & Space There are no required target images for SkyView. |
Spacecraft 3DPrice: Free
Suggested Grade Level: Middle School or Higher (can be used for all ages) Subject: Science Topic: Space Other comments: Good graphics, but not very interesting or interactive. |