How to make a teacher appreciation home video sketch

Planning to make a teacher appreciation video? It could be just a video message from you and your classmates, but if you’re thinking about a short sketch, this is a suggestion on how to do it.

Here's How:

• Think about your teacher. Do you know enough about his or her personality and ideas, or about what he or she likes? Need some help?
• Sometimes while we're watching television shows, we come up with ideas for stories. Go ahead, put your ideas into action. Make a home video of your story.
• Write your story down. Keep it short, about 15 minutes to read out loud.
• Show your colleagues the script and discuss it.
• Ask some classmates to be with you as you film. If a scene is hard to plan, they can help you make it easier. If something goes wrong, they'll be there to help you fix it.
• Choose a setting for the video that is easy to get to. Backyards, neighborhood parks, and family rooms make excellent stages.
• Use simple, household objects for props.
• Rehearse.
• Check lighting, the camcorder and get the actors into costume.
• Ready, set, action! Start filming.

Tips:

• Many famous movie and television producers, including Steven Spielberg, made home movies when they were children.
• Plan a teacher appreciation activity and program the video show then. It can be a beautiful surprise for the teacher and also for those classmates who were not involved.

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