If writing is not your child’s cup of tea, but they love watching movies or YouTube videos, try out this storyboard activity from our LEGO® Make Your Own Movie kit! Challenge them to come up with a story for their video, then it’s time to make a storyboard and layout the shots from beginning to end. If that seems too intimidating to start, have them storyboard a favorite movie!
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Klutz: LEGO Make Your Own Movie: 100% Official LEGO Guide to Stop-Motion Animation
Lights . . . camera . . . action! Bring your LEGO minifigures to life with this beginner-friendly guide to stop-motion animation. Ten "Mini Movies" walk you through using your phone, tablet, or computer to make short, funny clips
with step-by-step instructions. Set the stage with any of the six included background settings and thirty-six LEGO elements including a pizza, banana, baseball cap, six minifigure heads, and more! Plus, learn the tricks of the trade as you dive into more advanced skills, such as lighting, sound effects, and camera angles. With these tips and tricks, every movie you make is guaranteed to be a successful smash hit.
with step-by-step instructions. Set the stage with any of the six included background settings and thirty-six LEGO elements including a pizza, banana, baseball cap, six minifigure heads, and more! Plus, learn the tricks of the trade as you dive into more advanced skills, such as lighting, sound effects, and camera angles. With these tips and tricks, every movie you make is guaranteed to be a successful smash hit.
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$24.99
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