David ThomascallDec 23, 2023PatternsArtful Allies: Mosaics and PixelsKids explore the relationship between pixels and mosaics, create virtual mosaics and pixel art and compare and contrast one with the other.
David ThomascallDec 9, 2023PatternsCrafting STEM Magic with Paper MosaicsIncorporate mosaics into a Christmas STEM activity – a delightful blend of creativy, math, and geometry for a festive learning experience!
David ThomascallNov 26, 2023PatternsSeeing Clearly: Image Resolution and Pixel SizeStudents hide a word in an image by writing it in pixels. This helps students see how small pixels really are.
David ThomascallNov 12, 2023PatternsMaking Sense of Digital Images with Pixel ArtPixel art is a fun way for kids to learn about how pictures are made on devices like phones, computers, and TVs.
David ThomascallOct 29, 2023Graphic DesignLayout, Composition, and the Art of Missing Pet PostersStudents learn how layout and composition work in graphic design. They use what that they learn to make lost pet posters with Google Slides.
David ThomascallOct 15, 2023Graphic DesignGoogle Slides' text tools and fontsDiscover how to use fonts and text-changing tools in Google Slides. You learn how to use paint formatting and adding special characters
David ThomascallSep 30, 2023GoogleGetting the most out of Google Slides with Layers and Color TheoryStudents will use both layers and color theory to create a picture out of shapes in Google Slides
David ThomascallSep 17, 2023GoogleExplore Graphic Design with Google Maps activityStudents analyze different types of graphic design and then find real world examples using Google Maps street view.
David ThomascallSep 2, 2023Music and CodingCode and Compose music with Scratch!Kids compose and code music with Scratch! They drag and drop code blocks to create melodies and animate a band to move to the beat.