TRAILBLAZER (Class 5-6, Ages 10-11)

Objective: To introduce advanced design elements such as layers, transparency, and alignment to enhance students’ creative skills.

Modules:

  1. Introduction to Canva with Advanced Canva Features
    • What is Canva? (Short interactive explanation)
    • How to open Canva and navigate the interface.
    • Basic functions: Adding simple text and images.
    • Working with multiple layers and arranging elements.
    • Using transparency and effects.
    • Understanding alignment tools and grids.
  2. Understanding Branding, Typography and Color Theory
    • Combining fonts and colors for aesthetic designs.
    • Using Canva’s color palette and customizing it.
    • What is branding? Simple principles of color and style consistency.
    • Creating a basic logo using Canva.
  3. Creating Multi-page Designs
    • Create an “Event Flyer.”
    • Focus on design alignment, color consistency, and legibility.
    • Designing brochures, or presentations.
    • Adding interactive features like hyperlinks to designs.