Stop Motion Films
Intermediate
Upper Elementary School
Duration
5.0 Hours
Subject Areas
Art, ELA, ESL, Social Studies, World Languages
Equipment
3D Printer
Overview
Overview
Description: Stop motion is a film technique where a series of slightly different pictures are put together to make objects appear as if they are moving. During this project, students will write a fictional story and create a stop motion film based on their story. They will use computer-aided design and 3D printing to make a character to use in their film.
Distance Learning: This project includes an in-person learning and a distance learning option. The in-person learning option requires a 3D printer to complete.
Standards: This project aligns to Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, Next Generation Science Standards, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, and Florida CPALMS Standards for third grade through fifth grade.
21st Century Skills: Creativity, Flexibility, Communication, Technology Literacy
Learning Outcomes
Students will…
Produce similes.
Write a short story.
Plan a stop motion film using storyboarding.
Use technology to create a stop motion film.
Create a computer-aided design.
Create a film backdrop.
Use and share makerspace equipment safely.
Present their film.