This Computing video supports teachers in introducing the children to Stop Motion Studio software.

The video demonstrates how to create a basic stop-motion animation by placing an object on a background and capturing a sequence of frames. It demonstrates how to move the object incrementally, preview the animation using the play button and delete frames if mistakes occur, providing step-by-step guidance to support the children in reviewing and refining their work. The video also highlights practical techniques to improve animation quality, such as using the grid tool for accurate placement and the onion skinning feature to track previous movements, helping teachers guide the children in developing smoother transitions and more precise animations.

This video is part of the Year 5, Creating media: Stop motion animation, supporting the children to develop their creativity and understanding of digital media.

See more of our Year 5 Computing scheme of work.

• Computing, Year 5, Creating media: Stop motion animation, Stop-motion animation – Option 1: Stop Motion Studio, Lesson 2: Exploring stop-motion.
• Computing, Year 5, Creating media: Stop motion animation, Stop-motion animation – Option 1: Stop Motion Studio.