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QCA

ICT at key stages 1 and 2    (Year 4)

Unit 4B: Developing images using repeating patterns
Section 2: SHORT FOCUSED TASKS

QCA

Objectives

Children should learn:
  • key idea: that pictures can be assembled by repeating elements
  • technique: to use stamps and/or the copy tool

Activities

Outcomes

Children:
  • Collect wrapping paper that uses repeating patterns. Discuss how the patterns are created and talk about the background colours used.
  • Many graphics packages have ready-made stamps or provide tools to create stamps. Show the class how to use stamps and ask the children to create wrapping paper based on a theme, eg plants or animals. Encourage children to experiment with different flood fill backgrounds.
  • create repeating patterns using the stamps and/or copy tool

Points to note

Encourage children to use the 'undo' command to go back to a previous step if a colour or pattern is unsuccessful.

Sections in this unit

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1. SETTING THE SCENE
2. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
3. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
4. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
5. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
6. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
7. INTEGRATED TASK