CLAYMATION PROJECT

STANDARDS ADDRESSEDREADING• ___5.R.1.1 Construct meaning by using word parts &categories.

___ 5.R.1.2 Determine word meaning using prior knowledge & context clues.___ 5.R.2.1 Utilize comprehension strategies while constructing meaning.___5.R.2.2 Apply fluency strategies to gain meaning from text.___5.R.3.1 Distinguish literary genres based on characteristics, structures, & patterns. (Poetry/rhyme) ___5.R.3.2 Interpret literary elements of character, setting, plot, theme, point of view, & mood. ___ 5.R.3.3 Identify literary devices within text. ___5.R.4.1 Examine & compare texts from various cultures, time periods, & geographical locations.

WRITING STANDARDS• ___5.W.1.1 Compose narrative, & descriptive text of one

paragraph. (Research summaries)• ___ 5.W.1.2 Express ideas; reflect on personal thoughts,

opinions, & observations; respond to literature through writing. (Reflection)

• ___5.W.2.1 Punctuate & capitalize text including dialogue. (Summary paragraph) ___5.W.2.2 Identify & incorporate verbs in the writing process.

LISTENING VIEWING AND SPEAKING STANDARDS• ___5.LVS.1.1 Identify purpose & content of

presentation through listening & viewing.• ___5.LVS.1.2 Explain purpose & content of

presentation. ___5.LVS.1.3 Students can select & organize relevant info gathered through listening & viewing. (Reflection of presentations)___5.LVS.1.4 Deliver a narrative oral presentation. (Audio in Claymation)

TECHNOLOGY STANDARDS• __ 5.CT.1.4 Demonstrate ability to transfer data

between devices.(Ex: Move document from hard drive to Flash Drive) __5.CT.1.5 Compare/ contrast different ways of accessing commonly used commands (Ex: Using shortcut keys/ menus to complete common functions--ctrl+ s (save) __ 5.CT.2.1 Use spreadsheet application to create product. __5.CT.2.2 Develop documents in design applications incorporating rich multimedia. (Ex: Photo Story, digital photo editing)

21st Century Skills Addressed21st Century Themes• Global Awareness -- An awareness and

understanding of different societies and cultures.

Learning & Innovation Skills• Communication-- Articulate

thoughts/ideas effectively using oral, written, & nonverbal skills; listen effectively to decipher meaning, including knowledge, values, attitudes & intentions.

• Collaboration-- The ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams.

• Creativity-- Generate, elaborate, refine, analyze, & evaluate own ideas in order to improve & maximize creative efforts.

Life & Career Skills• Flexibility-- Deal positively with praise and criticism,

balance diverse views to reach workable solutions.• Initiation-- Ability to set goals; manage time and workload;

monitor, prioritize, and complete tasks without direct oversight.

• Self Direction-- Demonstrate commitment to life-long learning, use past learning to inform future progress.

• Social and Cross-Cultural Skills-- Conduct oneself in a respectful, professional manner, respect cultural differences, leverage societal and cultural differences to create new ideas.

• Productivity-- Produce high quality products by effectively managing time and projects; working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse teams.

• Accountability-- Accept responsibility for results.• Leadership-- Use interpersonal and problem solving skills

to leverage strengths and guide others to accomplish a goal.

• Responsibility-- Being accountable for completing something while keeping the interests of the larger community in mind.

SUPPLIESMATERIALS NEEDED:• Claymation Video Example• Clay figures sample in Tupperware• Setting example created with 2 manila folders and construction paper,

markers• Claymation Checklist• Storyboard handouts• Blank white paper for sketches• Construction paper (in variety of colors)• Manila folders (2 per group)• Masking tape (to attach folders together)• Clay (in a variety of colors—the non drying kind)• Pipe cleaners (to use in characters to help move appendages)• Glue• Rulers—1 per group• Scissors• Digital cameras• Program: Photo Story 3• Markers (variety of colors)• Colored pencils• Crayons• Clay in assortment of colors• Large Tupperware containers (per group)

CLAYMATION PROJECT CHECKLIST Name(s) ______________________________ Nursery Rhyme___________________________

POINT TOTALS ___34-31: PROFICIENT ___25-30: BASIC ___24 and below: BELOW BASIC

Yes (1)

Not Yet (0)

NURSERY RHYME SELECTION AND RESEARCH 6pts Did you select a nursery rhyme and tell one of your teachers what it is? Did you find the words that accompany the rhyme? Did you research the origin of the rhyme to find out why it was written? Did you discover any hidden meanings in the nursery rhyme? Did you write a summary of the rhyme’s history in your own words? Did you write your summary in paragraph form with a topic sentence and supporting details?

CONVENTIONS 6 pts Did you check your work for spelling to make sure there are no errors? Did you double check to make sure you copied the poem correctly? Did you use a dictionary or electronic aid to check your spelling? Did you check your work for capitalization? Did you end each sentence with a form of punctuation? Did you have a classmate check your work for errors?

STORYBOARD 6 pts Did you decide what main characters you will focus on? Did you plan the type of setting you will need? Did you sketch the plan for each pose of your character(s)? Did you focus on small movements for your characters in your sketch? Did you plan if you want close ups, super close ups, or full scenes in your storyboard? Did you make a list of supplies needed for your character/setting and give it to one of your

teachers? (Include specific information about colors and construction paper, clay, etc.)

SETTING—FOLDER DESIGN WORK 4 pts Did you create a quality setting for your character by putting together 2 manila folders to make a

background that can stand up on its own?

Did you use colored paper, markers, pencils, etc. to enhance the setting? Did you pay attention to details in your setting? Did you make it look good enough for a movie?

CHARACTER--CLAY ARTWORK 4 pts Did you work together with your partner to come up with ideas for creating your character out of

clay?

Did you begin by using pipe cleaners and folding them for support in your characters arms, legs, and limbs?

Did you work the clay to soften it first by rolling it into a ball? Did you work the clay by flattening it into a thin sheet before putting it over the pipe cleaners?

PHOTO SHOOT 3 pts Did you decide who will position your character and who will take the pictures? Did you decide how you will keep your camera in the same spot for all the photos? (ex/ use a

pencil box for support, put it on a textbook, etc.)

Did you practice how to do close up shots and those farther away with the camera in its permanent spot?

AUDIO 5 pts Did you practice your nursery rhyme for accuracy, reading each word correctly? Did you practice your nursery rhyme for fluency, reading the rhyme smoothly? Did you practice your rhyme to make sure you read with great expression? Did you practice so your voice sounds loud and clear? Did you check to make sure you can hear each word?

THE CHECKLIST

The STORYBOARD

To Tell the Story Of the Nursery Rhyme,Students Planned: action sequences dialogue facial expressions(to create mood) movement

Planning the Backdrop

Materials Needed:2 manila foldersConstruction paper (variety of colors)MarkersGlueString (optional)Pipe Cleaners (optional)

Manila folders allow backdrop to stand upright.

One 12 x 18 inch piece of construction paper was also used for the “flooring”.

Then came CHARACTER CREATION!

CREATIVITYWAS

EVIDENT!

This was really hardfor some of my usually successfulstudents. Some of my less academic students excelled.

PHOTOS

• TAKING PHOTOS (LOTS AND LOTS OF THEM) from the SAME LOCATION

• Putting photos into PHOTO STORY 3

• ADDING AUDIO• CREATING VIDEO

Love those 3 Blind Mice!

CELEBRATION!• Special Person’s Day

SHOWCASE in November

• Sharing with Kindergarten Buddies in December!

• Entered into contest…

• 18 of my students were recognized at the TIE Conference!

• 1 group was recognized FIRST PLACE

• 2 other groups received Honorable Mentions!

• KOTA TELEVISION CAME TO OUR CLASS!

• Almost all came with their families to the ceremony on April 4!

• CLAYMATION: LITTLE OLD HUMPTY

To Do Differently

• Get a few microphones for 3-4 computers

• Plan for more time• Invite parents to help

out with the video process

Community Response

• Parents very excited• Kids LOVED the project• Students had to use

higher level thinking skills to interpret and create this piece.

• Contest entered validated students even more.

• Details such as checklist, overview, and storyboard can be found at this link:

• http://rvrecycle.wikispaces.com/CLAYMATION+PROJECT

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