Exploring Comic Strip Scale Factor Concepts

The video tutorial guides students through the process of drawing a character using a grid and scale factor. It begins with setting up the grid, followed by a detailed step-by-step drawing of Charlie Brown's head and facial features. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using a grid to maintain proportions and concludes with finalizing the drawing by erasing the grid lines to give a freehand appearance. The project integrates art and math, allowing students to practice both skills during testing days.

What is the initial size of the grid used for Charlie Brown's head?

• 20 cm by 16 cm

• 10 cm by 8 cm

• 5 cm by 4 cm

• 15 cm by 12 cm

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CCSS.6.G.A.3

How do you determine the enlarged size of the grid?

• By multiplying the original size by 2

• By adding 5 cm to each side

• By subtracting 2 cm from each side

• By dividing the original size by 2

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

Where does Charlie Brown's head start in the grid?

• At the bottom right corner

• In the center of the grid

• Three squares down from the top

• At the top left corner

What should you do if the drawing doesn't look right?

• Adjust the slope and lines as needed

• Erase the entire drawing and start over

• Ignore the mistake and continue

• Change the grid size

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CCSS.6.G.A.3

How do you ensure the accuracy of Charlie Brown's facial features?

• By tracing over a printed image

• By guessing the positions

• By using the grid lines as reference points

• By freehand drawing

Where should Charlie Brown's mouth be placed?

• At the bottom of the face

• In the middle of the face

• Right below the nose

• At the top of the head

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is the purpose of using a black marker on the drawing?

• To erase mistakes

• To outline and enhance the lines

• To add color to the drawing

• To create a shadow effect

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should be done after outlining with a black marker?

• Leave it as it is

• Add more details with a pencil

• Color the entire drawing

• Erase the grid lines

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

Why is it important not to draw the grid lines too dark?

• To avoid smudging the paper

• To save pencil lead

• To make it easier to erase them later

• To make the drawing look lighter

When is the project due?

• Friday, May 19th

• Wednesday, May 17th

• Tuesday, May 16th

• Monday, May 15th

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3