AI Art & Drawing for Ages 8–12
Kids ages 8–12 learn to create AI art using ChatGPT, Gemini, Canva, and Adobe Firefly — exploring color, composition, character design, and responsible sharing.
Curriculum
What the course covers
Chapter I
Foundations
Toy design with Microsoft Copilot Designer
In this lesson, you'll learn how to use Microsoft Copilot Designer for toy design. You'll understand that AI is your helper, not the creator, and you'll learn how to write detailed prompts to visualize your ideas.
6 minColor and mood in Google Gemini Image
This lesson will teach you how to use color as a powerful tool in Google Gemini Image to change the mood and feel of images. You'll learn how to describe colors precisely, create warm and cool scenes, and keep safety guidelines in mind when using AI.
6 minExpressing character emotion with Canva Magic Studio
In this lesson, you'll learn how to use Canva Magic Studio for AI image generation to create characters that express different emotions. You'll learn how to describe emotions in a prompt through detailed descriptions of facial expressions, body posture, colors, and setting.
3 minChoosing a visual style in Adobe Firefly
In this lesson, you'll learn what style means in AI image generation and how to use Adobe Firefly to explore different visual styles. You'll understand how style changes the mood of an image and put this knowledge into practice.
6 min
Chapter II
Hands-on practice
ChatGPT Image: design a character card
In this lesson, you'll learn how to create a memorable character card using ChatGPT Image generation. You'll understand that a character is more than just appearance—it needs a personality and a small story that's reflected in its visual design.
6 minBuilding a scene with Google Gemini Image
In this lesson, you'll learn how to create and refine visual scenes using Google Gemini Image. You'll learn about the key elements of a scene, the importance of composition, and how to get precise and impressive results through your prompts.
6 minComposition in Microsoft Copilot Designer: arranging a scene
In this lesson, you'll learn how to use composition when generating AI images in Microsoft Copilot Designer. You'll learn how to arrange objects within an image to direct the viewer's attention to the desired focal point and create visually strong work.
6 minRefining a hand-drawn idea with Canva Magic Studio
This lesson shows you how to use artificial intelligence, specifically Canva Magic Studio, to improve and develop your hand-drawn ideas. You'll learn how to preserve your original style with AI's help and what ethical considerations to keep in mind.
3 minOne prompt, two tools: comparing ChatGPT Image and Adobe Firefly
In this lesson, you'll learn how the same prompt produces different visual results across different AI tools, such as ChatGPT Image and Adobe Firefly. You'll learn how to choose the right tool for a specific task and how to refine the resulting images.
3 min
Chapter III
Your project
Copyright and ethical style choices in AI art
This lesson covers the importance of copyright when creating images with AI. It teaches you how to use general style descriptions without copying a specific artist's work, encouraging creativity and ethical practice.
9 minSharing AI art safely and responsibly
In this lesson, you'll learn how to share AI-generated images safely and responsibly. We'll cover protecting personal information, understanding usage rules, and the importance of getting a parent or guardian's permission, so your digital art can be both creative and safe.
9 minCreating a three-panel comic with ChatGPT Image
In this lesson, you'll learn how to create a short, three-panel comic using ChatGPT Image generation. You'll learn how to maintain character consistency, refine panels, and safely share your work.
6 minAI portfolio in Canva: presenting your course work
In this lesson, you'll create your first AI portfolio in Canva, showcasing the skills you've gained throughout the course. You'll learn how to select your best work, describe it, and share it responsibly, following ethical standards.
6 min
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