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The COMPUTER LESSON

After we designed the TechnoTeddy Bears in Art class, we created them on the computer using Microsoft Publisher in the Computer class.

Below is the breakdown of the lesson for the computer component of the project.

Phase II

Supplies needed: Computer, printer, computer paint program such as Microsoft Publisher, iron on transfer paper.

• Session 3: Introduce the TechnoTeddy Bears via a sample and prior knowledge gained in Art class. Explain the rudimentary steps of Microsoft Publisher (if Publisher is not available, most paint programs or card programs can allow a similar product). Allow the children time to experiment with the drawing tools in the computer program.
• Session 4: Using the shapes tool only, create a symmetrical, bare Teddy Bear that is simple in design made out of circles and ovals. Color may be imported by indicating color in the tool palette. No embellishments are necessary-those will be done back in the Art room.
• Teacher prints the finished bears onto transferable paper.

Send transferred TechnoTeddy Bears back to the Art room for embellishment.