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Using the NEW Greenscreen Feature in iMOVIE

Last week, iMovie released a big update adding in a range of new features. The stand out option being the ability to use greenscreen within iMovie. Although I would still use Doink Greenscreen as my go-to Greenscreen app, as Doink is a paid app, iMovie gives you a free alternative.

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EXAMPLES OF THE APP ACROSS THE CURRICULUM

STATES OF MATTER IDEA 10 - EXPLAINING HOW PARTICLES CHANGE

Here is the next idea in the series of videos linked to the KS2 Science topic of States of Matter. 

In this video, pupils create a video explaining the processes of how states of matter change.

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CHRISTMAS IDEA 23 - SIGNING A CHRISTMAS SONG

Here is the next idea in a new series of videos linked to Christmas. In these videos, I share a number of ways technology can enhance learning around Christmas whether it is the Nativity story, learning about traditions or how Christmas is celebrated around the world.

In this video, children can create a video of them performing a Christmas song and signing the lyrics too. ​

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CHRISTMAS IDEA 14 - NATIVITY FILM TRAILER

Here is the next idea in a new series of videos linked to Christmas. In these videos, I share a number of ways technology can enhance learning around Christmas whether it is the Nativity story, learning about traditions or how Christmas is celebrated around the world.

In this video, children create their own film trailers of the Nativity story.

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FORCES IDEA 10 - WHAT IS A MAGNET VIDEO

Here is the idea in the series of videos linked to the KS2 Science Topic of Forces and Magnets in Year 3 and Forces in Action in Year 5. 

In this next idea, pupils create an animation to show their understanding of how magnets work.

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CHRISTMAS IDEA 2 - EDITING YOUR NATIVITY PLAY

​​Here is the next idea in a new series of videos linked to Christmas. In these videos, I share a number of ways technology can enhance learning around Christmas whether it is the Nativity story, learning about traditions or how Christmas is celebrated around the world.

In this video, I explain how you can edit your nativity if it is virtual this year.

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EXTREME EARTH IDEA 18 - EARTHQUAKES

Here is the next video in the series linked to the Geography Topic of Extreme Earth.

In this idea, pupils add a voice narration to explain how Earthquakes happen.

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GREAT FIRE OF LONDON IDEA 7 - VIDEO GUIDES TO LONDON THEN

Here is the next video in the series linked to the Great Fire of London. 

In this video, pupils add a voiceover to digital footage created to closely resemble London in the 17th Century. They will be able to make stark contrasts to the London they see today.

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HERE WE ARE BY OLIVER JEFFERS IDEA 21 - #OURCLASSROOM CHALLENGE

Here is the next video in the series linked to the fantastic book, Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers, https://amzn.to/34mUfUp. 

In this next idea, we create a class video to show our values and take part in the #OurClassroom challenge.

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PLANTS IDEA 21 - SEED DISPERSAL

Here is the next video in a new series linked to the Science topic of Plants. We have tried to cover ideas from the KS1 Science curriculum and Year 3 Science curriculum. 

In this next idea linked with KS2, pupils demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of seed dispersal by recording a voiceover on an animation.

PLANTS IDEA 9 - GARDEN WALK

Here is the next video in a new series linked to the Science topic of Plants. We have tried to cover ideas from the KS1 Science curriculum and Year 3 Science curriculum. 

In this next idea linked with KS1, pupils film themselves walking around a garden and then record a narration to explain the different plants and flowers seen.

THE MAYANS IDEA 17 - MAYAN CREATION STORY

Here is the next idea in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Mayans. In this next idea, pupils retell the Mayan Creation Story in their own words.

THE MAYANS IDEA 9 - VIRTUAL TOUR OF CHICHEN ITZA

​Here is the next idea in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Mayans. In this next idea, pupils use their knowledge from the previous ideas to create their own virtual tour of Chichen Itza.

THE HIGHWAYMAN IDEA 14 - PERFORMING OUR WRITING

Here is the next idea in the series of videos linked to the fantastic poem - The Highwayman.

In this next idea, pupils can add a voiceover to an animation of the poem which gives them a great opportunity to perform some writing they may have done based on the poem.

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LIFE CYCLES AND REPRODUCTION IDEA 22 - PRENATAL GROWTH

Here is the next video in the series looking at Life Cycles and Reproduction in KS2 Science.

In this next video, pupils explore and explain how a fetus grows in a mother's womb.

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LIFE CYCLES AND REPRODUCTION IDEA 14 - LIFE CYCLE OF AN ANIMAL VIDEO

Here is the next video in the series looking at Life Cycles and Reproduction in KS2 Science.

In this next video, pupils explain the life cycle of an animal by creating a greenscreen video with their digital avatar.

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ARTHUR AND THE GOLDEN ROPE IDEA 15 - ARTHUR'S CONSCIENCE

Here is the next idea in the series based around the fantastic book: Arthur and The Golden Rope by Joe Todd Stanton.

In this idea, pupils explore the different thoughts Arthur may have as he contemplates what he should do.

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​ARTHUR AND THE GOLDEN ROPE IDEA 5 - ICELAND TRAILER

Here is the next idea in the series based around the fantastic book: Arthur and The Golden Rope by Joe Todd Stanton.

In this idea, pupils can take their research to create a movie trailer to visit Iceland.

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SECOND WORLD WAR TOPIC IDEA 12 - CREATING AN AIR RAID INFORMATION VIDEO

Here is the next idea in the series linked to the Second World War. In this video, pupils create their own information video to explain Air Raids.

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YEAR 4 SCIENCE: ALL LIVING THINGS - IDEA 19 - CHANGING ENVIRONMENTS

Here is the next video for the Year 4 Science topic of All Living Things.

In this next idea, pupils create a video to explain how human intervention has impacted environments around the world.

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EVOLUTION IDEA 12 - FOSSILISATION VIDEO

​Here is the next video in the series of videos covering the Year 6 Science topic of Evolution.

In this next idea, pupils demonstrate their understanding of how fossils are created by creating their own video.

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YEAR 2 - LIVING THINGS AND THEIR HABITATS IDEA 12 - EXPLAINING HABITATS AROUND THE WORLD

Here is the next idea in the series linked to the Year 2 Science topic - Living Things and Their Habitats.

In this video, we share our knowledge and understanding of different habitats by creating a video.

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HANDA'S SURPRISE IDEA 7 - NARRATING AN ANIMATION

Here is the next video looking at creative ways to embed technology when exploring the classic book Handa's Surprise in KS1 and EYFS.

In this next idea, we look at a way for children to demonstrate their understanding of the story by adding their own narration of an animation of the book.

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LIGHT IDEA 22 - CREATING OUR OWN SHADOW PUPPET SHOW

Here is the next idea in the series of videos linked to the Science Topic of Light.

In this video, pupils demonstrate their knowledge of light and shadow by creating and performing their own shadow puppet theatre show.

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GORILLA BY ANTHONY BROWNE IDEA 3 - A CONVERSATION AROUND THE BREAKFAST TABLE

​Here is the next video in the series linked to the fantastic book - Gorilla by Anthony Browne. 

Building on from the previous idea, we look at creating a video to show the conversation around the breakfast table between Hannah and Dad.

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UPPER KS2 GEOGRAPHY IDEA 4 - CREATING A FLYOVER CITY TOUR

Here is the next video in the series linked to Upper KS2 Geography with Mr Tullock. In this video, Mr Tullock demonstrates how learners can create some spectacular looking flyover videos adding voiceovers to explain different features.

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ELECTRICITY IDEA 9 - COMPLETE OR INCOMPLETE CIRCUIT?

Here is the next idea in the series linked to Electricity. We are now starting to move into looking at circuits and this idea look at getting pupils to discuss and explore whether a circuit is complete or incomplete and explain why.

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ANCIENT EGYPT IDEA 16 - HORRIBLE HISTORIES ADVERT

In the next video linked to Ancient Egypt, we look at selling Egyptian Artefacts. The children can plan, write and then record their own advert in a similar light to Horrible Histories.

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ANCIENT EGYPT IDEA 14 - REPORTING ON TOMB DISCOVERIES

In this next video linked to Ancient Egypt, we look at creating news reports about the discovery of different tombs, mummies and artefacts. This gives learners the perfect opportunity to creatively demonstrate their learning around the discoveries made but also what was found inside the tombs.

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ANCIENT EGYPT IDEA 5 - FAMOUS EGYPT LANDMARKS

​In the next video in this series linked to Ancient Egypt, we look at some of the famous landmarks in the area. Learners create a video demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of different landmarks along the River Nile.

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TOY TOPIC IDEA 11 - TOY ADVERTS

Here is the final idea in the series linked to the topic of Toys. In this video, we look at creating our own TV adverts for toys. This provides the perfect opportunities to embed a lot of the features and ideas explored in previous ideas.

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EXCITABLE EDGAR IDEA 15 - REPORTING ON KEY EVENTS FROM THE STORY

​Here's another fun and engaging way to explore the latest John Lewis Christmas Advert. In this video, we look at challenging our pupils to write their own news report on key events from the story and then perform their own TV news report. There are many ways to progress this task with many explored in this video.

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EXCITABLE EDGAR IDEA 14 - RETELLING THE STORY FROM A CHARACTER'S PERSPECTIVE

​Here's another creative way to explore the latest John Lewis Christmas Advert. In this video, we look at creating our own narrated video from a character's perspective. This gives learners the perfect opportunity to improve oral speaking skills and further embed key ICT skills.

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EXCITABLE EDGAR IDEA 9 - ORAL RETELLING GREATER DEPTH

​Continuing our work on Excitable Edgar, here is the next idea in the series. In this video, we look at a more challenging way for pupils to record their own oral retelling of the story. This idea would be more suited to KS2 pupils.

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REFUGEES IDEA 3 - PERFORMING OUR WRITING USING ENTER THE ROOM AR

Here is the next idea in the series looking at Refugees through the picture book - The Journey. Using the work from idea 2, pupils write a narrative inspired by Enter The Room. This video explores how pupils can perform their writing to create an impressive and emotional video.

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WATER/RIVERS IDEA 13 - THE UNFLUSHABLES

In this last video linked to the topic of Water/Rivers, we look at raising awareness of how we can help the environment. After discussing what can/can't be flushed down the toilet, children create videos to share with other educating them about what they should/shouldn't flush down the loo.

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WATER/RIVERS IDEA 6 - EXPLAINING HOW WE GET CLEAN WATER

​Here is the next video in the series linked to Water/Rivers. In this video, we explore how water is treated and cleaned and pupils can then present their learning by creating their own guides to the process using Greenscreen.

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GUNPOWDER PLOT IDEA 9 - BREAKING NEWS...

Here's the next idea in this series looking at the Gunpowder Plot. If your learners have written up the events as a news article this video explores how they can perform their writing as a TV news report. This adds a real purpose to children's writing and again allows pupils to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the event.

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BOOK REVIEW IDEA 5 - IMOVIE TRAILERS

Another idea for creatively reviewing books. In this video, we look at creating professional looking movie trailers for the books we have read. This can be a great activity for children to do to not only show an understanding of the story but persuade others to read it too.
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SPACE TOPIC LESSON 5 - EXPLAINING GEOCENTRIC VS HELIOCENTRIC THEORIES

Here is idea 5 in the series linked to the topic of Space. This is a follow on from idea 4 and allows learners to explore and explain the geocentric and heliocentric theories and the famous people who first put them forward. Learners combine a few apps to create a really effective finished video.​

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OUR LOCAL AREA AND BEYOND KS1 GEOGRAPHY IDEA 1 - SCHOOL MOVIE TRAILERS

Here is the first idea in a new series linked to the topic of our local area and beyond in KS1 Geography. This first video challenges your pupils to create their own Hollywood style movie trailer showcasing different features of your school building.

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Seasons KS1 Idea 4 - Weather Reports for Different Seasons

Idea number 4 in this series looking at the KS1 topic of Seasons. In this video, we explore using Greenscreen to let children describe the weather of all four seasons. This gives pupils the opportunity to share their knowledge and understanding of how weather changes and also how we change by what we wear.

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STONE AGE TOPIC IDEA 5 - SELL A NEOLITHIC HOUSE

In the next video of this series linked to Stone Age, we look at exploring the outside and inside of a Neolithic house. Pupils then create a persuasive advert trying to sell this Stone Age property. ​

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​STONE AGE IDEA 3 - EVOLUTION OF MAN REPORTS

Here is the next idea linked to the Stone Age Topic which looks at interviewing the different stages of man from the Australopithecus to Homo Sapiens. Once interviews have been created, the pupils can bring it all together using the Greenscreen tool in iMovie.  ​

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Destroying the Death Star: A Star Wars Greenscreen project

May the 4th be with you!

As it is Star Wars day, I thought I would share this greenscreen project we did a few years back. In the video, I explore some of Alan Peat's Exciting Sentences that link in well. As well as demonstrate how to create your finished video.

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Adding a voiceover to a film clip in imovie

The final part of the Avengers project is the performance part. This video explores how pupils can perform their writing over a film clip giving the editing process more purpose and creating a really authentic finished product to the project.

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Access quality texts from netflix

I recently made this discovery and I had to share it with the wonderful supporters! You can access loads of great texts in Netflix. This video demonstrates how to access and then capture them to use in class. I've got some more content linked with this coming your way soon.

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Editing a stop motion animation video

Here is part two of our Stop Motion animation project. To watch part one click here.
This video explores how to download an animated background from Youtube, previously discussed here. 

The video also explores how to add a title in iMovie, background music from YouTube and voice recordings. Plenty more on iMovie coming soon.

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