Graphic Design for Kids – Canva Basics
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Duration
8 weeks
session Frequency
3 days a week
Total Session
24 (1 hour each)
Medium
real live teachers
Course Introduction
This beginner-level Canva course is designed to introduce kids to digital design in a fun, easy, and creative way. Canva is a user-friendly online platform that allows students to make posters, cards, presentations, social media graphics, and more using drag-and-drop tools.
Students will build digital confidence, design thinking, and visual communication skills as they create and present their own projects.
The course is divided into two interactive parts:
- Canva A1.1 (Month 1): Focuses on getting familiar with Canva and creating basic graphic designs like posters, cards, and profiles.
- Canva A1.2 (Month 2): Expands into presentations, videos, branding, and portfolio creation.
Program Title: Creative Design with Canva for Kids
Age Group: 9–12 years
Level: Beginners
Duration: 2 Months (Split into Part 1 – Canva A1.1 and Part 2 – Canva A1.2)
Schedule: 3 days per week | 1.5 hours per class
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Navigate the Canva interface and use templates, text, images, and shapes.
- Create and customize visual content like posters, invitations, and name cards.
- Understand principles of design: layout, color, balance, and contrast.
- Work with animation and video tools in Canva.
- Build simple presentations with transitions and voiceovers.
- Design personal branding materials like a logo or social media post.
- Collaborate on shared designs and give peer feedback.
- Present a final portfolio showcasing their design journey.
Part 1: Canva A1.1 (Month 1)
Objective: Learn Canva basics and build foundational design skills through fun, creative projects.
Week 1: Getting Started with Canva
- Lesson 1: Exploring Canva Dashboard & Templates
- Lesson 2: Text, Fonts, and Colors – Design a Name Tag
- Lesson 3: Using Shapes, Lines, and Icons – Design a Class Schedule
Week 2: Poster & Card Design
- Lesson 4: Make a “My Favorite Animal” Poster
- Lesson 5: Birthday or Greeting Card Design
- Lesson 6: Use Canva’s Photo Library & Uploads
Week 3: Profile Pages & Basic Layouts
- Lesson 7: Create a “My Profile” Page with Fun Facts
- Lesson 8: Design a Class Rules or Safety Poster
- Lesson 9: Play with Color Schemes & Backgrounds
Week 4: Mini Project & Sharing
- Lesson 10: Design Challenge – “Design a Dream Poster”
- Lesson 11: Group Feedback & Tips for Improvement
- Lesson 12: Mini Presentation: Poster Showcase
✅ Assessment: Visual creativity + use of tools + clarity of message
Part 2: Canva A1.2 (Month 2)
Objective: Build skills for presentations, storytelling, animations, and branding in Canva.
Week 1: Presentation & Slide Design
- Lesson 1: Making a 3-Slide “About Me” Presentation
- Lesson 2: Add Transitions, Animations, and Voice Narration
- Lesson 3: Design a Quiz Slide Deck
Week 2: Branding & Social Media Design
- Lesson 4: Create a Personal Logo
- Lesson 5: Design a YouTube Thumbnail or Instagram Post
- Lesson 6: Learn to Resize and Save Designs for Different Uses
Week 3: Storytelling & Video Tools
- Lesson 7: Make a Digital Comic Strip or Story Slide
- Lesson 8: Explore Canva’s Animation & Video Features
- Lesson 9: Create a Short Video Presentation
Week 4: Final Portfolio & Showcase
- Lesson 10: Select Best Work & Build a Portfolio
- Lesson 11: Peer Review & Final Edits
- Lesson 12: Final Presentation: “My Design Collection”
✅ Assessment: Portfolio presentation + creativity + use of advanced tools