Google Lit Trips

I had never heard about or known of Google Lit Trips until reading this article. I can see this tool being very useful, especially in a classroom with children that may have learning disabilities. Many of my students have a hard time visualizing what it is they are reading, and using Google Lit Tools may help students connect with what they are reading. This tool may also help general ed students have a more interactive and different approach to learning and reading.

I decided to take a look at one of the books, Make Way for Ducklings, and I was amazed at how detailed and interactive the program was. It not only shows real pictures of the places, but it also has a set of questions that students can think about and answer as they explore the "online book." I can see how and why Brusca's students were enthused by Google Lit Tools. This tool is pretty amazing and can make reading and literature much more engaging, interactive, and fun for students and teachers.