Starter quiz
- Match the keywords with the correct descriptions.
- sketch⇔a quick, simple drawing with just a few lines ✓
- storyboard⇔a sequence of drawings that represent the shots planned for media ✓
- animation⇔a series of drawings or images that are shown quickly ✓
- We use a ______ to plan out the steps of our story before we create the animation.
- storyboard ✓
- list
- letter
- script
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- A sketch is the final version of your monster design.
- True
- False ✓
- What do you need to make an animation of your clay monster?
- a camera or digital device ✓
- storyboard ✓
- clay monster ✓
- crayons
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- When making a storyboard we use pictures and ...
- 'words' ✓
- Before we make our monster with clay, we draw a ______ to help us plan what it will look like.
- 'Sketch' ✓
Exit quiz
- What is the best way to attach two body parts of your plasticine monster?
- Stick them together without any support.
- Use glue.
- Use a toothpick and smooth the joints. ✓
- Tie them with string.
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- Why do we create scenery for our plasticine monster?
- to make the monster stand out more
- to help tell a story with the monster ✓
- so the monster doesn’t look lonely
- to protect the monster
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- Match the keywords to the definitions.
- texture⇔how something feels when it is touched ✓
- scenery⇔the background or surrounding elements that add context to a sculpture ✓
- sculpting techniques⇔are ways to shape materials like clay, wood, or metal ✓
- When making scenery for our monster, we can use natural objects like...
- leaves. ✓
- stones. ✓
- twigs. ✓
- plastic forks.
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- A variety of tools can be used to create details and ______ on our clay model.
- 'texture' ✓
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- Different sculpting techniques such as rolling and pinching can be used to create various shapes and textures.
- Joining pieces securely is essential for a sturdy sculpture.
- A variety of tools can be used to create details and textures to enhance the appearance of a clay model.
- Creating scenery helps to tell a story.
Common misconception
Pupils might believe that the characters are the only important part of the animation and that scenery doesn't matter. They also may believe that scenery is only for decorative purposes.
Addressing these misconceptions through discussion and reference to examples can help students understand the importance of scenery in clay animation and how it enhances storytelling.
Keywords
Scenery - the background or surrounding elements that add context to a sculpture
Texture - how something feels when it is touched
Sculpting techniques - are ways to shape materials like clay, wood, or metal
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