These are free programs and applications that you may want to ask your parents to help you download.

writetype WriteType is a free program that helps younger students experience success in writing.

 

TuxPaint is free computer art software for children. Recommended for ages 3-12.

 

KidZui: The Internet for Kids. Get the web browser and filter that makes the internet safe, big and fun for kids. KidZui’s purpose is to keep kids safe online, empower their curiosity, and engage parents with their kids’ interests (through weekly parental emails and parental controls).

 

TuxTyping comes with two different games for practicing your typing.

 

Tux, of Math Command, aka TuxMath, is a great program that uses several different playing styles on two different games to help teach kids math skills in a fun way.

 

 

 

Pivot Stickfigure Animator is a unique software, that allows you to create stick figure animations easily and without any artistic skills.

 

Audacity® is free, open source software for recording and editing sounds.

 

With ArtRage you can paint with oils, sketch with pencils, sprinkle sparkling glitter and much more. Stencils and rulers let you create precise shapes or smooth curves and straight lines freehand.

 

KTuberling is a "potato editor" game intended for small children and adults who remain young at heart. The game has no winner; the only purpose is to make the funniest faces you can.

 

GCompris is an educational software which propose different activities to kids from 2 to 10 years old.

 

Google SketchUp - A 3D software tool that combines a tool-set with an intelligent drawing system.

 

Paint.NET is a free image and photo editing software for computers that run Windows. It features an intuitive and innovative user interface with support for layers, unlimited undo, special effects, and a wide variety of useful and powerful tools.

 

Scratch - a programming language for everyone. Create interactive stories, games, music and art - and share them online.