1. Multimedia Portfolio: Lesson Plan

Learner: Grades 2-6

Task 2: Create the Graphic Design

Summary:

(These instruction are written for KidPix Deluxe 3. Teacher may demonstrate steps on the board or on the computer.)

•  Tell class:

to draw a box to draw a smaller box inside the first box to draw a third box inside the second box (these two boxes create boarders for their image) (fill boarder with colour if printing in colour)

 

•  Ask class to:

select a font style and size enter the following information inside the box:

 i. title “Multimedia Portfolio”
 ii. their name
 iii. the date (including the year) (all projects should be dated to create a portfolio chronology)
 iv. name of school

consider images that might reflect the self image and interests of the student create their chosen design inside the box that they drew add date and name of school in the bottom right hand corner (e.g. June 9, 2004; Maestro School ) check with you before printing their graphic ( check for size, clarity, spelling, visual appeal)

Outline of Detailed Explanation:

Step 1: Getting Started

Start graphics program.
Remind students to save work frequently.
Tell students their printed image should cover approximately one half page.

Step 2: Creating the Borders

Draw a rectangle.
Draw a second smaller rectangle inside the first rectangle.
Fill the space between the large and small rectangles with colour. (If printing in black & white, ask class to colour with crayons after the graphic is printed.)
Save your work.

Draw a third rectangle inside the second rectangle.
Fill the space between the second and third rectangles with colour. (If printing in black & white, ask class to colour with crayons after the graphic is printed.)
Save your work.

Step 3: Adding Text

Select font and font size.
Add the title “Multimedia Portfolio” inside the smaller rectangle.
Select smaller font size.
Add student’s name, date and name of school.
Save your work.

Step 4: Adding Theme Graphics

Add graphics inside the smaller rectangle (this can be freehand drawing or clipart) <Suggestions: a pet, favourite toy, favourite place.>
Save your work.

Step 5: Printing

Export graphic from Kid Pix.
Open word processor.
Insert the graphic into word processor.
From the word processor, print the image on a colour or black and white printer.

Step 6: Colour the Graphic

If using a black and white printer, ask the students to colour the borders and graphic with their crayons.