Animation and Sequencing · Summer Term

Character Design for Animation

Exploring how to design simple characters that are suitable for animation.

Key Questions

  1. Design a character that is easy to animate with simple movements.
  2. Compare how different character features affect their personality in an animation.
  3. Critique existing animated characters for their design effectiveness.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Computing - Digital Content CreationKS2: Computing - Information Technology
Year: Year 3
Subject: Computing
Unit: Animation and Sequencing
Period: Summer Term

Suggested Methodologies

Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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Collaborative Problem-Solving

Structured group problem-solving with defined roles

25–50 min

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