Apps Analysis
BY STEFAN DUBOWSKI
Parks Canada — National App
No doubt pitching a tent and sleeping under the stars ranks high on the list of activities many are hoping to do, once the weather warms up. Students may relish the opportunity to not only go camping, but also help their friends and families figure out the details. For these proactive types, Parks Canada's National App is packed with information students can use to plan ahead. It provides helpful tips on what to bring in terms of foodstuff, shelter and bedding, as well as safety information. More than just fun: it helps students practise organization, an important pillar of Ontario's high school curriculum.
DEVICE: Apple, Android
SOURCE: Apple App Store (free), Google Play (free)
Rating: 4+, Everyone
Houzz – Home Design & Renovation
This one's for students with an eye for style and/or who've enrolled in Housing and Home Design, Grade 11, in which they study the principles of interior design and decoration. The Houzz app offers more than 20 million images across various interior spaces including kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms and more. It's a true treasure trove for students who need ideas or inspiration. Images are searchable by room, style (contemporary, eclectic, industrial and others) and location (Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary … how about Belfast?) Articles, newsletters and videos go further to highlight all sorts of ideas for your designers in training.
DEVICE: Apple, Android
SOURCE: Apple App Store (free), Google Play (free)
Rating: 4+, Everyone
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