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I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to.
a. Determine the software programs for creating cartoon characters.
b. Explain ideas about the cartoon character.
c. Appreciate the elements and principles applied in comic art.

II. SUBJECT MATTER:

Reference: Quipper and Curriculum Guide 6
Topic Lesson 6: Technology and Cartoon Character Making
Materials: PowerPoint presentation, TV,

III. PROCEDURES:
A. ELICIT
The teacher will review the previous lesson.

Cartoon: A Comic Art

B. ENGAGE
 The teacher will show a PowerPoint presentation featuring
popular cartoon characters and animations, asking students to
share their favorite characters and why they like them.
 The learners will participate in the discussion, expressing their
opinions and insights about different cartoon characters and their
characteristics.

C. EXPLORE
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 Teacher Will: Introduce various software programs used for

creating cartoon characters, demonstrating some key features of
a couple of these programs (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom, or
online tools like Canva).
 Learners Will: Explore these software options on their own or in
pairs, discussing the functions and capabilities of each program
with their classmates.

Adobe Animate

Adobe Animate is a powerful tool for creating animations and vector graphics. It’s widely
used for creating cartoons and animated characters.

 Key Features:

o Vector Graphics: Allows for the creation of scalable character designs that
maintain quality at any size.

o Timeline Animation: Users can animate characters frame-by-frame or use

keyframes for smoother transitions.

o Rigging System: Offers a bone tool for character rigging, enabling easy
manipulation of character joints and movements.

o Integration: Works seamlessly with other Adobe products, such as

Photoshop and Illustrator, for a comprehensive design experience.

2. Toon Boom Harmony

Toon Boom Harmony is an industry-standard animation software used for creating 2D

animations and cartoons.

 Key Features:

o Drawing and Animation Tools: Provides a range of brushes and drawing

tools tailored for animation, including pressure-sensitive options.

o Cut-Out Animation: Allows users to create characters using a cut-out

method, which simplifies the animation process by reusing assets.

o Camera Movements: Supports camera movements to add depth and

perspective to animated scenes.

o Collaboration Tools: Facilitates teamwork with features that allow multiple

users to work on the same project.
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3. Canva

Canva is a versatile online design tool that, while not specifically designed for
animation, allows for the creation of static and animated graphics, including cartoon
characters.

 Key Features:

o User-Friendly Interface: Ideal for beginners, offering drag-and-drop

functionality for easy design.

o Templates: Provides a wide variety of templates for character design,

making it simple to start from a pre-existing layout.

o Animation Options: Users can add simple animations to their designs,

such as transitions and movement effects.

o Collaboration: Allows for real-time collaboration, making it easy to work

with others on character design projects.

4. Procreate

Procreate is a popular digital painting app for iPad that many artists use to create
detailed cartoon characters.

 Key Features:

o Brush Customization: Offers extensive brush options and the ability to

create custom brushes for unique textures.

o Animation Assist: Allows for simple frame-by-frame animation, making it

easier to create animated sequences.

o High-Resolution Canvas: Supports high-resolution canvases, ideal for

detailed artwork.

o Touch and Pencil Support: Utilizes the iPad’s touch interface and Apple
Pencil for precise control.

5. Blender

Blender is primarily known as a 3D modeling software but also includes features for
creating 2D animations and cartoon characters.

 Key Features:
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o Grease Pencil: Allows for drawing directly in a 3D environment, enabling

the creation of 2D characters with depth.

o Rigging and Animation: Supports advanced rigging and animation tools for
both 2D and 3D characters.

o Rendering Options: Offers high-quality rendering capabilities for finished

animations.

o Free and Open Source: Available for free, making it accessible to a wide
range of users.

D. EXPLAIN
 The teacher will explain the key concepts behind character
design, including character traits, personality, and visual appeal.
Discuss how elements (line, shape, color) and principles
(balance, contrast) apply to cartoon character design.
 The learners will summarize the key ideas learned, offering
explanations of what makes a cartoon character effective and
memorable based on the elements and principles discussed.

E. ELABORATE
 The teacher will provide examples of different cartoon character
designs, discussing how different styles convey various emotions
or messages. Guide students through a character creation activity
using paper or digital tools.
 The learners will create their own cartoon character, applying the
design principles discussed. They can choose to use drawing
materials or digital software, depending on availability.

F. EVALUATION
 The teacher will facilitate a class critique session where
students can showcase their characters and receive
constructive feedback from their peers. Encourage discussions
about the design elements and principles used in each
character.
 The learners will present their cartoon characters to the class,
explaining their design choices and how they incorporated
elements and principles of comic art.
G. EXPAND
- Encourage students to think about storytelling and how their
characters could fit into a larger narrative. Suggest they create a
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short comic strip or animation featuring their character for the next
lesson.
Submitted by: Submitted to: Checked by: Approved by:

VIRGILIO A. BARRIENTOS JR. MEI FAYE D. MIRANDA KATHY JANE R. BULACLAC JOHN RALPH T. MANILAY

Adviser Academic Coordinator Elementary Dept. Head Head, Planning and Development
Officer

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