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Stop Motion Animation Bootcamp (Kids): Animate Legos, Clay, Plushies, & Toys

Completed by 2 learners
Ages 8-12
Live One-Time Class
In this 1-hour bootcamp, learners will master the foundations of stop-motion animation! Using their toys and an iPad, your child will create an animated movie. Great for kids who love LEGO animation, claymation, video production & editing
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(4 reviews)
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Live video meetings
Meets once
5-9 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours
Projects
Students will create their very own stop-motion animation scenes all in class.
Assessment
I will provide constructive feedback to students on how to improve their animated scene.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
In this 1-hour Stop Motion Animation Bootcamp, kids will dive into the exciting world of stop-motion animation using just their iPad. They’ll learn how to bring their toys (and any object!) to life through frame-by-frame animation, creating simple movements, and telling a short, fun story.

The hands-on class is structured to keep kids engaged and use their creative juices. We’ll start with a brief introduction a stop motion technique, then dive right into animation! Each student will set up their animation station, determine the motion of their toys/objects, adjust them frame by frame, and watch their creations come to life. 

Whether your child is an aspiring animator or simply loves their LEGOs and figurines, this class will spark their creativity and give them a new way to enjoy digital storytelling!

Learning Goals

Understand the basics of stop-motion animation
Develop storytelling skills through animation

Other Details

Learning Needs
This class is designed to support students with unique learning needs, including ADHD, Dyslexia, and ASD, by offering step-by-step instruction and a flexible, engaging environment.
Parental Guidance
We will be using the stop-motion animation program Stop Motion Studio Pro (available for $5.99) on a mobile device (iPad, iPhone, tablet, etc.) Please help your learner download this application on their device prior to the class.
Pre-Requisites
No prior experience or prerequisites are required.
Supply List
To complete the class, students will need the following materials:
- Smart device with camera (iPad, Tablet, or Laptop)
- Case or stand that can stabalize Smart device on table
- Stop Motion Studio ($5.99 on App Store)
- A toy or object to animation
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will be watching short animation clips, all rated G. These clips will be screened via screen share, so students won’t need access to YouTube.

Meet the teacher

Joined November, 2024
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from Columbia University
Bachelor's Degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from Grand Valley State University
I received an MFA in Creative Producing from Columbia University, along with a BA in Film & Video from Grand Valley State University. As an experienced educator with a background in both film and media, I have taught stop-motion animation to students of all ages, including children, teens, and adults. I have worked with children in various settings, from afterschool programs to summer camps, where I facilitated hands-on creative workshops in filmmaking, animation, and storytelling. 

Reviews

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