Stop Motion Animation Activity
Updated: December 28, 2024
Type: STEM Family Nights
Grade Level: PreK - 12
Combine storytelling with STEM! Students choose from three STEM scenarios to create a stop motion animation video. Instructions are provided on how to use a free Chromebook extension to setup a stop motion activity. The same activities can be completed with iPads or Kindles with a stop motion app. Materials required are Chromebooks, trifold boards for a backdrop, and action figures or other movie props. Stikbots are the perfect action figure to use!
Materials per student:
Chromebook
Mini Trifold board for backdrop
Set Props
Stop Motion Animator app on Chrome
Scene Idea Cards
Stop motion is a great activity for a STEM Family Night Station! Grab our full planning guide below.
Host a STEM or STEAM Family Night to generate excitement for STEM through hands-on activities and engage the whole school in the benefits of STEM learning!
Grades: K - 8th
Teaching Duration: Family Event
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