Create Your Own Fantasy World With Inkarnate: A Live Class Beginner's Guide
Students will discover the basics of Inkarnate, an intuitive map-making tool. With live tutorials and fun activities, this course is perfect for kids who enjoy role-playing games and fantasy novels.
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Chris Price - BSc (Hons), PGCE
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5.0
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What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursProjects
1 hour per week. As the final task at the end of the class, students will use a provided text document that describes the fantasy world of Aetheria. Their challenge is to create a detailed map of Aetheria using Inkarnate, incorporating the important locations, landmarks, and geographical features mentioned in the document. Once completed, they will export their map and upload it to the class collaboration board for showcase and review.Assessment
I will encourage the student to self-evaluate their work, complemented by my positive feedback to help them recognize their achievements and areas for improvement.Class Experience
Beginner Level
Embark on a creative journey in this live group course where students will delve into the art of map-making using Inkarnate, an intuitive online tool that allows their imaginative landscapes to come to life! What Will Be Taught? In this engaging course, students will learn the fundamentals of Inkarnate and how to create their own unique maps. Using step-by-step activities, they will explore key features such as layering, using stamps for different terrains, and labeling their creations. By the end of the course, each student will design a captivating map that reflects their imagination. Topics Covered: - Sign-up to Inkarnate and take a brief tour - Drawing your land - Creating rivers and lakes - Using stamps - Painting textures - Titles and layers - Final challenge - Create a map for a fantasy world described in a text document Class Structure: The course will be delivered using Zoom and Nearpod, allowing for interactive and supportive learning. My teaching approach fosters creativity and supports students in expressing their ideas within a calm and welcoming environment. Throughout the course, students will participate in live Zoom sessions, engage in hands-on activities, and have opportunities to discuss and reflect on their work with peers and me. This method ensures that your child not only acquires valuable map-making skills but also builds confidence in their creative and communicative abilities.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to navigate the Inkarnate platform and identify its key features, including the toolbar and layer options.Students will learn to create their own maps using various tools, such as stamps for terrains and textures for added detail.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Intro to Inkarnate: Sign up and explore features.
Using a live Zoom session and Nearpod, students will:
- Sign up for Inkarnate and explore its features.
- Get to know fellow students.
- Discuss favorite fantasy stories and how authors use maps to enhance storytelling. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Drawing Land: Create land masses and coastlines.
Using a live Zoom session and Nearpod, students will:
- Use the Mask Tool to design landmasses.
- Explore the shapes of maps in popular fantasy novels.
- Learn to draw geologically accurate coastlines and islands. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Rivers and Lakes: Place realistic water features.
Using a live Zoom session and Nearpod, students will:
- Learn to draw rivers and lakes in Inkarnate.
- Discuss rivers and lakes in fantasy novel maps.
- Create geologically accurate water features. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Using Stamps: Utilize stamps for mountains, forests, and cities.
Using a live Zoom session and Nearpod, students will:
- Utilize core stamps in Inkarnate (free version).
- Explore stamp placement (e.g., mountains near forests).
- Discuss how landmarks enrich fantasy worlds and influence storylines. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Inkarnate is excellent for nurturing creativity and self-expression in children with neurodiverse needs. Its intuitive design helps to visualize ideas, making concepts easier to understand while building confidence and sparking imagination.
Parental Guidance
In this class, we will use Inkarnate, an online map-making tool that allows students to create and tell stories. This tool features fantasy themes, such as mythical creatures and magical landscapes, but contains no explicit content. Inkarnate is intended for users aged 13 and older, and when students create a free account, they will be asked to confirm their age. If they are under 13, parental consent will be required for them to use the platform. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
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Pre-Requisites
As long as the student feels comfortable navigating a website and using a mouse/trackpad, they'll be able to quickly grasp the basics of Inkarnate.
Supply List
Device: A laptop, tablet, or desktop computer with internet access. Students will need to have three tabs open: the Zoom call, the Nearpod lesson, and Inkarnate. If possible, I recommend using a separate device for the Zoom call to ensure smoother navigation. Inkarnate Account: A free account on Inkarnate (please set this up before the session). Drawing Supplies (Optional): Pencil and paper for sketching ideas or planning before using Inkarnate. Notepad: For taking notes and jotting down ideas or feedback.
Joined August, 2023
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have over five years of experience using Inkarnate in traditional schools and also utilize it to create maps for my own self-published fantasy novels in my spare time.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $96 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-5 learners per class
