tuxpaint

Developer description:

Kids are presented with a blank canvas and a variety of drawing tools to help them be creative. (See the [|full list of features].)
 * Tux Paint** is a free, [|award-winning] drawing program for children ages 3 to 12 (for example, preschool and K-6). It combines an easy-to-use interface, fun sound effects, and an encouraging cartoon mascot who guides children as they use the program.

@http://tuxpaint.org/

1. Educational use: As the developer description states, this program is excellent way for children to express their artistic abilities. 2. 100% free. 3. Could be used in a computer class or an art class utilizing computers to create art. This allows students to use technology to be creative and have fun. 4.