Lights! Camera! Action!

Creating a green screen in a classroom is a fantastic idea that will allow students to demonstrate their learning in a creative and interactive way.  It is not that difficult to create when you have the right resources and plenty of help on the internet.

Step 1: Create a green screen.  If you are lucky enough to have a Smart board in your room, it can be as easy as changing the background colour to green.  However, if you are a little more limited, consider painting a bulletin board green (if you plan on using this often) or even get a green plastic table cloth from the dollar store to attach instead.

Step 2: Pick an app.  Depending on your technology, there are plenty of apps out there that will help get the job done.  Do Ink is supported by Scholastic and a cool how-to video but costs $2.99.  Doing a little research will allow you to choose which app is best for you.

Step 3: Raid the Tickle Trunk.  Ask students to bring in props that they could possibly donate to your Tickle Trunk, go to the dollar store for cheap finds, or ask a drama teacher in your school if you can borrow some props.

Step 4: Choose a theme.  Having a theme in place will help students decide which photos and backgrounds they would like to use in their video.

Step 5: Get some awesome kids!  Allow students to plan and work together to express creativity and a great demonstration of learning.