10.22.2024

iLEAD Online Clay World Explorers Become Storytellers!

iLEAD Online Clay World Michael J Octo Hero

iLEAD Online’s learners in Clay World class have been busy molding, shaping, and bringing their imaginations to life! They’ve learned to transform ordinary clay into extraordinary characters, creatures, and objects. Now, it’s time for the grand finale: The Storyteller’s Quest!

In this quest, our young creators embark on a journey to weave captivating stories around their clay creations. They delve into the elements of storytelling — crafting compelling plots, developing dynamic characters, and building exciting settings — all while using their clay creations as the stars of the show.

To help them on their quest, they can choose their own adventure! Will they create a stop-motion animation, bringing their characters to life frame by frame? Will they design a digital book on Storybird, complete with illustrations and text? Or will they craft a captivating slideshow with Google Slides, using images of their clay creations and adding narration? The possibilities are endless!

Spotlight on Michael J: Octo Hero!

One of our talented storytellers, Michael J, has truly embraced the Storyteller’s Quest. He has woven together a thrilling tale called “Octo Hero: The Story of an Eight-Legged Hero.” This epic adventure features a whole cast of characters Michael sculpted in class, showcasing his incredible creativity and dedication.

Click directly on the image below to read the story.

Michael’s project is a shining example of how our learners can combine their artistic talents with their storytelling abilities to create something truly special. We can’t wait to see what other amazing stories emerge from Clay World!

Join the Adventure!

K-8 Clay World Workshop is taught through direct instruction by our friends at Clay World, and iLEAD Online Facilitator Frank Gately grades the projects and discussions.

Full-time enrolled K-8 learners are invited to join! All materials and tools are included, so you can dive right into the creative process hassle-free. Spots are limited. Sign up now!

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