Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about the introduction of color to film and understand how it changed the way movies were made.

Materials and Prep

• Computer or tablet with internet access
• Paper and colored pencils
• Excitement to learn about history!

Activities

• Colorful Film Poster: Create a poster for a movie using only black and white, then add color to see how it changes the mood.
• Color Hunt: Watch a short black and white film online and then watch a color film. Compare and discuss how color impacts the viewing experience.
• Colorful Storytelling: Write a short story and illustrate it with colorful drawings to bring it to life.

Talking Points

• What is black and white film?
  "Long ago, movies were made without color. They were only in black and white, like old photographs."
• Why did filmmakers start using color?
  "Filmmakers wanted to make movies more exciting and realistic, so they started using color to bring stories to life."
• How did color change movies?
  "Color made movies more vibrant and fun to watch. It helped create different moods and made the scenes look more real."
• What is your favorite color in a movie?
  "Think about the colors you see in movies. Which one is your favorite and why?"