The Magic Crayons Blog
By Mr. Tim, Founder of The Magic Crayons. Teaching in Japanese Kindergartens, Preschools and IB International Schools since 2009. IB MYP School Librarian, Computing, and Design Teacher. Graphic and Web Designer. Cyclist in Japan.
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Kindergarten Educational Software by The Magic ...
An early yet playable version of an English Language game by Dave and Mr Tim or The Magic Crayons. The version you see above coincided with the release of Apples...
Kindergarten Educational Software by The Magic ...
An early yet playable version of an English Language game by Dave and Mr Tim or The Magic Crayons. The version you see above coincided with the release of Apples...
New 3D Printed Food Restaurant opens in Tokyo
A truly incredible glimpse into the culinary future. Visit this soon to open Tokyo Restaurant featuring 3D printed foods from around the world FoodbaseJust like a music website you...
New 3D Printed Food Restaurant opens in Tokyo
A truly incredible glimpse into the culinary future. Visit this soon to open Tokyo Restaurant featuring 3D printed foods from around the world FoodbaseJust like a music website you...
How Hard Disk Drives Work
3D, interactive infographic. Awesome animated graphics by Animagraffs.
How Hard Disk Drives Work
3D, interactive infographic. Awesome animated graphics by Animagraffs.
Over 25 Ways To Ask Your Kids - So how was scho...
I think I will pass some of these on to the parents of my students. I'm sure some think we just sing Frozen songs in class all day.The list is...
Over 25 Ways To Ask Your Kids - So how was scho...
I think I will pass some of these on to the parents of my students. I'm sure some think we just sing Frozen songs in class all day.The list is...
How To Take Photos of Products For Your Etsy Store
As the video / IT / web guy at my school I get asked this quite a bit - Any Tips for Taking Photos of Products for your Etsy Store?Firstly,...
How To Take Photos of Products For Your Etsy Store
As the video / IT / web guy at my school I get asked this quite a bit - Any Tips for Taking Photos of Products for your Etsy Store?Firstly,...
Camera, lighting and sound guide for recording ...
The plan A high-quality concert video that successfully shares your hard work, singing and dancing is not created in the edit. It requires forethought, creativity and a little patience. Below...
Camera, lighting and sound guide for recording ...
The plan A high-quality concert video that successfully shares your hard work, singing and dancing is not created in the edit. It requires forethought, creativity and a little patience. Below...
Home Computers: 100 Icons that Defined a Digita...
This book is a fantastic illustrated history of computing and associated advertising, but you will pour over in person reliving those early days of computing. Beautifully photographed by John Short...
Home Computers: 100 Icons that Defined a Digita...
This book is a fantastic illustrated history of computing and associated advertising, but you will pour over in person reliving those early days of computing. Beautifully photographed by John Short...
What is the internet?
Just one of the many excellent videos from netsafeutah.com that have been produced in an effort to educate students, parents, teachers and others on a variety of Internet safety topics....
What is the internet?
Just one of the many excellent videos from netsafeutah.com that have been produced in an effort to educate students, parents, teachers and others on a variety of Internet safety topics....
How to recycle old library books
Book Art: Creative ideas to transform your books into decorations, stationery, display scenes, and more.Book Art by Clare Youngs. Amazon.Tips.Speaking from experience I recommend you take care where you leave...
How to recycle old library books
Book Art: Creative ideas to transform your books into decorations, stationery, display scenes, and more.Book Art by Clare Youngs. Amazon.Tips.Speaking from experience I recommend you take care where you leave...
Creating One Single F1 Car Bolt
The incredible number of steps required to make a single bolt for a F1 race car.
Creating One Single F1 Car Bolt
The incredible number of steps required to make a single bolt for a F1 race car.
UGC Video Maker Required
Into cycling, construction vehicles, or police cars? Do you like what I do? Would I like what you do? I am looking for a creative partner to create social media content...
UGC Video Maker Required
Into cycling, construction vehicles, or police cars? Do you like what I do? Would I like what you do? I am looking for a creative partner to create social media content...
Lukes Way of Looking by Nadia Wheatley and Matt...
Multi-modal text and video on Luke’s Way of Looking by Tim of The Magic Crayons. I am proud to announce that this is now the University of South Queensland USQ...
Lukes Way of Looking by Nadia Wheatley and Matt...
Multi-modal text and video on Luke’s Way of Looking by Tim of The Magic Crayons. I am proud to announce that this is now the University of South Queensland USQ...
Earth Week Sale - 10% Off All Gifts
12 New Construction Vehicle T-shirts for Adults, plus it's earth week so lets have a quick sale - one week only until April 22nd on all gifts!
Earth Week Sale - 10% Off All Gifts
12 New Construction Vehicle T-shirts for Adults, plus it's earth week so lets have a quick sale - one week only until April 22nd on all gifts!
March update
Am delighted to announce a huge expansion of our gifts pages. I added a selection of images from our flashcards to physical gifts then posted them to Etsy. With over...
March update
Am delighted to announce a huge expansion of our gifts pages. I added a selection of images from our flashcards to physical gifts then posted them to Etsy. With over...
YouTube Gear List - Cameras, Lenses, Accessories
Updated November 2023. Sony a6300 camera. Sony E 10-18mm F4 OSS Lens for E Mount. Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS Portrait Lens. Power Supply Adapter NP-FW50 Dummy Battery Kit for...
YouTube Gear List - Cameras, Lenses, Accessories
Updated November 2023. Sony a6300 camera. Sony E 10-18mm F4 OSS Lens for E Mount. Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS Portrait Lens. Power Supply Adapter NP-FW50 Dummy Battery Kit for...
Listen to The Magic Crayons Songs for Free
Listen to The Magic Crayons Songs for Free for 3 months with Amazon Music Unlimited. Currently an Amazon offer of 3 months rather than 1 month to try their music...
Listen to The Magic Crayons Songs for Free
Listen to The Magic Crayons Songs for Free for 3 months with Amazon Music Unlimited. Currently an Amazon offer of 3 months rather than 1 month to try their music...
The Magic Crayons Sale on TpT
The TpT sale starts on Tuesday, March 28th at 12:01am ET and ends on Wednesday, March 29th at 11:59pm ET. Up to 25% off. Code: FORYOU23 The Magic Crayons Store
The Magic Crayons Sale on TpT
The TpT sale starts on Tuesday, March 28th at 12:01am ET and ends on Wednesday, March 29th at 11:59pm ET. Up to 25% off. Code: FORYOU23 The Magic Crayons Store
Desktop Coffee Warmer. Perfect Teacher Apprecia...
A Smart Coffee Cup Warmer. (Amazon #Ad). With timer and temperature controls, mug lid, mains power, and auto shut-off. One of those rare products you maybe, like myself, didn't realise...
Desktop Coffee Warmer. Perfect Teacher Apprecia...
A Smart Coffee Cup Warmer. (Amazon #Ad). With timer and temperature controls, mug lid, mains power, and auto shut-off. One of those rare products you maybe, like myself, didn't realise...
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