Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn about various subjects through the lens of Fortnite, including Art, English, History, Math, Music, Science, and Computer Technology.
Materials and Prep
- Device with access to Fortnite
- Paper and pencil
- No prior knowledge needed
Activities
- Art: Design your own Fortnite character on paper.
- English: Write a short story about a Fortnite adventure.
- History: Research the history of video games, including Fortnite.
- Math: Calculate the number of V-Bucks needed to purchase a specific item in Fortnite.
- Music: Create a Fortnite-inspired soundtrack using household items as instruments.
- Science: Explore the physics of building structures in Fortnite.
- Computer Technology: Learn about the technology behind video game development.
Talking Points
- Art: "Let's draw our own Fortnite character. What colors will you use for your outfit?"
- English: "Imagine you are in a Fortnite world. Describe your adventure in a short story."
- History: "Did you know video games have a long history? Fortnite is just one of many popular games."
- Math: "How many V-Bucks do you need to buy that cool skin? Let's do some math together."
- Music: "Let's make music like they do in Fortnite. What sound can you create with a spoon and a pot?"
- Science: "Building in Fortnite involves gravity and balance. How can we apply science to our game strategy?"
- Computer Technology: "Do you know how Fortnite was created? Let's explore the technology behind making games."