1 : What is Inkscape, The Shape Tool and Fill and Stroke?

In these two sessions, we will learn what Inkscape is and how we are going to learn all about the shape tools and how Fill and Stroke work to make your drawings look smarter. 

Part 1. You need to install Inkscape on your laptop.

1a. Follow this video on how to install Inkscape.

1b. If you are using a MacBook then make sure you see this link on opening apps from the internet. Click here to go to Apple Support.

Part 2. Play this game to get to know how the pen tool works.

There are several parts to it. The Pen tool, just like handwriting, requires practice. So, there are introductions and then you have to create shapes and objects created with the pen tool.

Tips for the last part of the game.

Part 3. Making Scenes from flat shapes.

We are going to learn how to make this scene using shapes, fill and stroke.

See this clip on how to create it. The file you need is here and in your Google Classroom.