Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to create a simple design using Canva and understand the basic tools and features of the platform.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Computer, internet access, Canva account
Prior knowledge: Basic computer skills, familiarity with navigating websites
Activities
1. Introduction to Canva: Navigate to Canva's website and create a free account.
2. Explore the tools: Go through the basic tools available on Canva, such as text, shapes, and images.
3. Create a simple design: Use the learned tools to create a fun poster or greeting card.
4. Share and discuss: Share the design with the teacher or a family member and discuss what was learned.
Fourth Grade Talking Points
- "Canva is a website where we can make cool designs for posters, cards, and more."
- "We can use different tools like text, shapes, and pictures to make our designs look awesome."
- "Today, we will learn how to use Canva and create our own design."
- "We can share our designs with others and talk about what we made."