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Story Sketch and Tell


 Uses visual prompts to inspire creative storytelling.

 Description : This course employs sketching and drawing as a springboard for storytelling, encouraging students to develop narratives based on their own artistic creations.

Category : English
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal

 Curriculum :
          Module 1: Getting Started with Story Sketch and Tell

Section 1: Introduction to Drawing and Storytelling
- Lesson 1: What is Storytelling?
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Storytelling?
- Lesson 2: Why Sketch?
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Why Sketch?

Section 2: Basic Drawing Skills for Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Drawing Simple Shapes
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Drawing Simple Shapes
- Lesson 2: Using Lines to Express Ideas
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Lines to Express Ideas

Section 3: Finding Inspiration in Art
- Lesson 1: Observing the World Around You
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Observing the World Around You
- Lesson 2: Sketching Everyday Scenes
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sketching Everyday Scenes

Section 4: Creating Your First Character Sketch
- Lesson 1: Who Is Your Character?
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Who Is Your Character?
- Lesson 2: Simple Facial Features and Emotions
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Simple Facial Features and Emotions

Section 5: Setting the Stage for Your Story
- Lesson 1: Sketching Simple Backgrounds
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Sketching Simple Backgrounds
- Lesson 2: Using Environment to Spark Ideas
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Using Environment to Spark Ideas


Module 2: Building Your Visual Narrative

Section 1: Enhancing Your Drawing Techniques
- Lesson 1: Using Color to Set a Mood
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Using Color to Set a Mood
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Pencil Strokes
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Pencil Strokes

Section 2: Sequencing Your Sketches
- Lesson 1: Arranging Images in Order
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Arranging Images in Order
- Lesson 2: Simple Story Panels
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Story Panels

Section 3: Bringing Emotions into Your Art
- Lesson 1: Drawing Expressive Faces
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Drawing Expressive Faces
- Lesson 2: Using Body Language in Sketches
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Body Language in Sketches

Section 4: Adding Dialogue to Your Drawings
- Lesson 1: Creating Speech Bubbles
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Creating Speech Bubbles
- Lesson 2: Writing Simple, Clear Dialogue
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Writing Simple, Clear Dialogue

Section 5: Planning a Visual Storyboard
- Lesson 1: Outlining Your Story
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Outlining Your Story
- Lesson 2: Arranging Scenes Sequentially
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Arranging Scenes Sequentially


Module 3: Exploring Story Elements Through Sketching

Section 1: Sketching the Setting
- Lesson 1: Drawing Natural Landscapes
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Drawing Natural Landscapes
- Lesson 2: Creating Imaginary Worlds
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating Imaginary Worlds

Section 2: Understanding the Plot
- Lesson 1: What Makes a Story?
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: What Makes a Story?
- Lesson 2: The Beginning of a Story
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Beginning of a Story

Section 3: Introducing Conflict
- Lesson 1: Sketching a Challenge or Problem
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sketching a Challenge or Problem
- Lesson 2: Visualizing Simple Conflicts
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Visualizing Simple Conflicts

Section 4: Exploring Character Dynamics
- Lesson 1: Differentiating Main and Side Characters
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Differentiating Main and Side Characters
- Lesson 2: Expressing Character Traits in Sketches
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Expressing Character Traits in Sketches

Section 5: Combining Story Elements
- Lesson 1: Integrating Plot, Setting, and Characters
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Integrating Plot, Setting, and Characters
- Lesson 2: Reviewing Your Visual Story
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reviewing Your Visual Story


Module 4: Refining Your Artistic Expression

Section 1: Basic Shading Techniques
- Lesson 1: Learning How to Shade for Depth
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning How to Shade for Depth
- Lesson 2: Using Pencils and Crayons for Shading
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Using Pencils and Crayons for Shading

Section 2: Fundamentals of Perspective
- Lesson 1: Drawing a Simple Horizon Line
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Drawing a Simple Horizon Line
- Lesson 2: Creating Depth with Basic Perspective
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Creating Depth with Basic Perspective

Section 3: Expressive Lines and Movement
- Lesson 1: Using Lines to Show Energy
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using Lines to Show Energy
- Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Gestures and Movements
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Gestures and Movements

Section 4: Adding Color and Emotion
- Lesson 1: Mixing Colors for Feelings
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Mixing Colors for Feelings
- Lesson 2: Coloring Techniques for Young Artists
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Coloring Techniques for Young Artists

Section 5: Creating a Simple Comic Strip
- Lesson 1: Planning a Short Sequential Story
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Planning a Short Sequential Story
- Lesson 2: Drawing and Sequencing Comic Panels
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Drawing and Sequencing Comic Panels


Module 5: Bringing Story Sketch and Tell to Life

Section 1: Brainstorming Your Story
- Lesson 1: Mind Mapping Ideas
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Mind Mapping Ideas
- Lesson 2: Sketching a Story Outline
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sketching a Story Outline

Section 2: Developing Your Story Sketch
- Lesson 1: Combining Characters, Setting, and Plot
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Combining Characters, Setting, and Plot
- Lesson 2: Drafting Your First Storyboard
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Drafting Your First Storyboard

Section 3: Sharing Your Story
- Lesson 1: Presenting Your Sketch
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Presenting Your Sketch
- Lesson 2: Listening to Peer Feedback
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Listening to Peer Feedback

Section 4: Revising and Enhancing Your Story
- Lesson 1: Adjusting Your Sketch Based on Feedback
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adjusting Your Sketch Based on Feedback
- Lesson 2: Adding Simple Details for Clarity
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adding Simple Details for Clarity

Section 5: Finalizing and Celebrating Your Story
- Lesson 1: Completing Your Story Sketch and Tell
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Completing Your Story Sketch and Tell
- Lesson 2: Story Showcase and Group Sharing
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Story Showcase and Group Sharing