Lesson Plan

• Describe the key elements of visual storytelling, including sequence, pacing, and mood.
• Explain how to develop a storyboard from thumbnail sketches to a full‑size plan with detailed annotations.
• Apply photographic techniques (exposure, focus, lighting) and mixed‑media methods to realise a narrative image.
• Evaluate the final work against the assessment criteria and reflect on technical and artistic choices.

• Digital cameras (or smartphones) with manual controls
• Sketchbooks and pencils for thumbnail and storyboard work
• LED light panels, reflectors and diffusers
• Cardboard, foam board and craft knives for model‑making
• Computer with free editing software (e.g., GIMP)
• Projector or screen for demonstrations

Begin with a quick “One‑Minute Story” where students write a brief narrative and sketch a 4‑panel storyboard to hook interest. Review prior knowledge of composition and basic camera settings, then outline the success criteria: a clear storyboard, purposeful photographic choices, and thoughtful reflection.

1. Do‑Now (5') – Students complete the “One‑Minute Story” and share a quick sketch.
2. Mini‑Lesson (10') – Teacher models storyboard development (idea → thumbnails → shot list) using projected examples.
3. Guided Practice (15') – In pairs, students create 5‑10 thumbnail sketches and compile a shot list with camera angles, lens choices, and lighting notes.
4. Studio Work (20') – Students build a simple model or set, experiment with lighting on a light box, and photograph selected shots.
5. Digital Overlay (10') – Scan hand‑drawn elements and demonstrate basic layering in GIMP; students apply a quick overlay to one photograph.
6. Peer Review (10') – Gallery walk of storyboards and images; feedback using the assessment rubric.
7. Reflection & Exit Ticket (5') – Students write a brief paragraph answering the reflection prompts on storyboard influence and technical decisions.

Recap the link between storyboard planning and effective photographic storytelling, highlighting common strengths observed during the gallery walk. Collect exit tickets as a quick retrieval check, and assign homework to refine one image using post‑processing techniques learned today.