FirstPaint vs Gentle Marks

A simple to use, young learner's touch painting and coloring app from Sensory App House. FirstPaint contains no adverts and does not require a login or subscription. Sensory First Paint contains 4 groups of coloring templates, with 25 paintings to be completed, plus a blank canvas to paint freehand on. The paintings could also help with early word use and starting letter sound exploration. FirstPaint starts in fill mode, and you can change to freehand mode by pressing the top icon. There are two simple painting modes - freehand and tap to fill - and they can be combined to fill in your freehand paintings. You can also create a fun animation effect once the painting is completed. Pressing the Back arrow chooses the blank canvas, and each of the 4 modes of difficulty features a smaller brush. Switch Access and Adaptive XBox Controller: FirstPaint is an ideal first digital painting app, that can also be used with an XBox Controller or Microsoft Adaptive Controller with a joystick, the DPAD, inbuilt switch or suitable external switch. The joystick moves the onscreen cursor, A button selects/deselects painting and settings. FirstPaint is one of a series of Sensory painting and art apps, including Mandala, FunPainting and Coloco.

GentleMarks is an educational app inspired by the developer’s son, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It was created to provide visual learning materials and activities that support the practice of positive behaviors, social skills, and daily routines at home and in other learning environments. Designed with visual learning in mind, GentleMarks provides visual supports and interactive activities that help children practice positive behaviors, recognize appropriate actions, and follow daily routines. The app offers simple tools that support consistent practice and participation in everyday activities. Features: • My Day summaries with visual activity overviews • Behavior visuals to support positive behavior learning and routine practice • Recognition quizzes that help children identify appropriate and inappropriate actions • Activity timers for sitting, standing, and other timed activities • Visual supports designed for children who benefit from visual learning Disclaimer: GentleMarks is an educational support application and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. The app is designed to supplement learning and should not replace professional educational, medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice.