- Grade Focus
- Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
- Age Level
- 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17
- Subject
- Art, Geography, History, Literature, Math, Science, Social Studies
- Technology Integration Activity
- Imaging
- Estimated Time of Completion
- Two to three weeks (based on two to three class periods per week)
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Introduction
Students will work with a partner to write and illustrate a children’s book that relates to material they are learning in math, science, or history. The book will include original images that students will create.Prerequisite Experience
Students should be able to use a word processor. They will also need to have good keyboarding skills and knowledge of how to use the Edit mode for Word or another writing program. Students will use imaging editing software (i.e. Paint , IrfanView or Photoshop) to create original photos.Teacher Prep Time
30 – 45 minutesReview the tutorials in the tutorial series Imaging
Review and select imaging editing software. Gather materials so students may bind their books.
Project
Students will work with a partner to write and illustrate a children’s book that presents information learned in another discipline area.
Assessment/Grading
Using an imaging rubric, the stories will be evaluated on their storyline development and use of software for editing and adding images.
Time Management Tips
Two students will work as a team for this project. Some work may be completed as homework.