Creepy Crayon STEAM Freebie Writing Activity with ChatterPix
Have you tried the ChatterPix App?
It is a great way to integrate STEAM into your classroom by bringing pictures to life!
Integrate technology, art, and writing by having students draw a creepy crayon after reading Creepy Crayon! by Aaron Reynolds.
After reading, have students write a story about their crayon, then have students animate their crayon using the ChatterPix App!
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Step 1: Draw a Creepy Crayon Using the Directed Drawing Template
First, have students draw a creepy crayon using the directed drawing template. If you have younger students you may want to do this step as a whole class. Be sure to model each step for students.
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Step 2: Write a Story About Your Creepy Crayon
Next, have students write a fictional story about their crayon. Use the graphic organizers to help students plan their writing. Be sure that the story includes characters, setting, problem, important events, and a solution.
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Step 3: Use the ChatterPix App to Take a Photo of Your Crayon
In order to have students animate their crayon, first have them take a picture of their drawing using the ChatterPix App. Then have them draw a line showing where the mouth of their crayon is located.
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Step 4: Record Your Creepy Crayon Story
Next have students record their story or a summary of their story. Be aware that the ChatterPix App only allows for a 30 second recording.
Once students have their recording they can decorate their video by adding stickers and a frame. Students can also type text on their video. We recommend having students type their name on the video.
Are you ready to engage students in this hands-on STEAM and writing activity?
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