Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use your drawing skills to create and illustrate your own video game ideas in a notebook.

Materials and Prep

• A notebook or sketchbook
• Pencils, erasers, and colored pencils or markers

No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Introduction: Start by discussing with the student their interest in video games and drawing. Ask them to share their favorite video games and what they like about them.
2. Brainstorming: Encourage the student to think about their own video game ideas. What kind of game would they like to create? What would be the main character or objective of the game? Have them sketch out some initial ideas in their notebook.
3. Plot Development: Help the student develop a story or plot for their video game. Ask them to think about the setting, challenges, and goals the player would encounter. Have them write a short description of their game's plot next to their sketches.
4. Character Design: Discuss the importance of memorable characters in video games. Guide the student in creating unique and interesting characters for their game. Encourage them to draw and color their characters in their notebook.
5. Level Design: Talk about the different levels or stages that can be included in a video game. Help the student brainstorm ideas for different levels and sketch out their designs in their notebook.
6. Gameplay Mechanics: Discuss the gameplay mechanics or rules that would make the game fun and challenging. Have the student think about how the player would interact with the game and what actions they would need to take. Ask them to write down some ideas next to their sketches.
7. Conclusion: Wrap up the lesson by having the student share their video game ideas and drawings. Encourage them to continue developing their ideas and practicing their drawing skills.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Video games are a popular form of entertainment that people of all ages enjoy."
• "Drawing can be a great way to express your ideas and create visuals for your video game."
• "When designing a video game, it's important to think about the story or plot, the characters, the levels, and the gameplay mechanics."
• "Creating unique and interesting characters can make a video game more engaging and memorable."
• "Different levels or stages in a video game can provide variety and challenges for the player."
• "Gameplay mechanics are the rules and actions that the player needs to take in order to progress in the game."
• "By using your imagination and drawing skills, you can bring your video game ideas to life in a notebook."