Shidonni launches a site that brings kids’ drawings to life

Shidonni launches a site that brings kids’ drawings to life

Shidonni has a clever idea that could help it stand out in the growing market for kids’ virtual worlds. The company launched a site this week that can bring the drawings of children to life. If your child draws a dog, for instance, Shidonni’s software can make that dog move, dance and beg for food.

The site lets kids (ages four to 12) be as creative as they want to be. They can draw as many… Continue Reading

Microsoft-backed Sabi launches cool drawing game for kids

Microsoft-backed Sabi launches cool drawing game for kids

Kids educational programs haven’t been the most exciting market for game makers. But Microsoft is announcing today that it has backed Sabi, a spin-out with an educational game dubbed Itza Bitza that features a novel drawing technology.

With Itza Bitza, children ages four and up can use a mouse to draw objects on a screen. The software recognizes those objects and then incorporates them into the lessons of the game. Children can draw a picture of… Continue Reading