Manipulating objects
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can group objects to make them easier to work with.
Key learning points
- Parts of a drawing can be copied by duplicating several objects.
- Objects can be grouped or ungrouped.
- Groups of objects can be reused in a drawing.
Keywords
Copy - to make a new version of an object
Paste - to place a copied object into your drawing
Duplicate - to make a copy of an object and paste it in one step
Group - to link two or more objects together so they move and change as one
Common misconception
Each object has to be worked on one at a time.
Objects can be grouped together to duplicate or edit at the same time.
Teacher tip
Prompt pupils to regroup objects immediately after editing to prevent accidental changes to individual parts of their drawing.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device with drawing software. Examples in this lesson use Google Drawings https://oak.link/google-drawings
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match the term to its definition:
A level where objects sit on top or behind each other
A shape or line that can be moved and changed
The front-to-back position of objects
Q2.Put these actions in order for changing the position of an object:
Q3.What is the main advantage of using layers in vector drawings?
Q4.What term describes turning an object around a central point?
Q5.What term describes changing the size of an object in a drawing?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What term describes making an exact copy of an object in a drawing in one action?
Q2.Arrange the steps for duplicating a group of objects:
Q3.Why might you ungroup objects in a drawing?
Q4.What does 'paste' do in a drawing?
Q5.Why is grouping objects helpful in a drawing?
Q6.What happens when you resize a group of objects in a drawing?
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