Make use of some simple graphics facilities on your computer to help children grasp mathematical concepts while producing stunning art, says Veronica Carter
We had not really planned to get a graphics tablet (an electronic sketchpad), but when something we had ordered with our Tesco Computers for Schools vouchers had been unavailable, they had instead sent us a tablet designed for young children. It stayed in its box far too long, until eventually I got it set up and introduced it to the class.
Initially we used it with the paint programme that is available on all PCs, but we have since changed to using a children's painting programme that is more straightforward for young users. It has fewer options and the buttons are considerably larger and easier for the children to click on.
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