JJ Toons Educational Resources
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Conroe, Texas, United States
About the store
Hi there! I'm an enthusiastic high school teacher specializing in Animation, Graphic Design, Video Editing, and Character Design. While I’ve been teaching in the classroom for one year, I bring nearly 20 years of real-world experience from my time as an Instructional Artist at the Walt Disney Resort, where I had the privilege of teaching guests how to draw beloved Disney characters. In my TpT store, you’ll discover a variety of resources crafted to help students explore their creative potential—from character design templates and animation storyboards to video editing project guides and graphic design assignments. Each resource is created with both beginner and advanced learners in mind, drawing from my extensive experience in both education and the creative industry.
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Introduction to AV Production | Filmmaking, Storyboarding & Video Editing
Introduce students to the world of filmmaking and media production with this comprehensive Introduction to AV Production lesson! This engaging presentation teaches students the foundations of audio/video production, including the history of film and television, pre-production planning, storyboarding, camera shots, video production workflows, and post-production editing. Perfect for beginner AV production, film studies, broadcasting, digital media, animation, or CTE classes, this lesson combines
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Introduction to Graphic Design | Adobe Illustrator & Layout Fundamentals
Introduce students to the exciting world of graphic design with this comprehensive Introduction to Graphic Design lesson! This engaging presentation covers the foundations of graphic design, the history of visual communication, career opportunities, Adobe Illustrator basics, vector vs. raster graphics, and the core principles of layout and composition. Perfect for beginner graphic design, digital art, animation, or CTE courses, this lesson combines design theory with hands-on software practice
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Principles of A/V Basics
Principles of Audio & Visual (A/V) Basics – High School PresentationThis comprehensive Principles of A/V Basics presentation is designed for high school students and serves as an engaging introduction to audio, video, animation, graphic design, digital art, and foundational creative skills. Ideal for CTE, media arts, animation, broadcasting, or introductory A/V courses, this multi-day slide deck provides structured lessons, vocabulary, discussions, and hands-on activities. What’s Included: Mul
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts, Other (Arts)
Animation I Basics – Introduction to Animation, Workflow & Classroom Expectation
Animation I Basics – Introduction to Animation, Workflow & Classroom Expectations (High School)This Animation I Basics lesson is a comprehensive introductory presentation designed to set the foundation for a successful high school animation course. Ideal for the first days or first week of class, this lesson introduces students to what animation is, how animators work, and what will be expected of them
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Animation II Review & Course Overview – Animation I Refresher and Digital Art
Animation II Review & Course Overview – Animation I Refresher, Digital Art, Adobe Animate & 3D Foundations (High School)This Animation II Review & Course Overview lesson is a comprehensive, multi-day refresher and onboarding unit designed to smoothly transition students from Animation I into Animation II. Ideal for the first week of Animation II, this presentation reviews essential animation concepts while introducing new tools, workflows, and expectations students will use throughout the c
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Beginner’s Guide to Fashion Design | Fashion Design Lesson & Ugly Shirt Project
Introduce your students to the world of fashion design with this engaging Beginner’s Guide to Fashion Design lesson and creative “Ugly Shirt Project”! This resource combines fashion fundamentals, design theory, clothing terminology, and a fun hands-on digital design assignment that encourages students to think critically about effective and ineffective visual design. Perfect for Graphic Design, Digital Art, Fashion Design, CTE, or Intro to Design courses, this lesson helps students understand ho
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Family Consumer Sciences, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Animation History Abridged Lesson | Early Animation to Modern CGI | High School
Take your students on a journey through the history of animation with this engaging and student-friendly abridged lesson! This presentation introduces students to the origins of animation, early animation devices, influential pioneers, major animation studios, and the evolution of modern animation from hand-drawn classics to CGI and streaming-era productions. Perfect for Animation, Digital Media, Graphic Design, AV Production, or Film Studies courses, this lesson is designed specifically for mi
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Advanced 2D Animation Techniques | Lip Sync, Smear Frames & Post Production
Take your students’ animation skills to the next level with this in-depth Advanced 2D Animation Techniques lesson! Designed for intermediate and advanced animation students, this presentation explores professional animation workflows and techniques used in the animation industry, including lip sync, smear frames, parallax, camera movement, and post-production editing. Students will strengthen their understanding of animation principles while learning how professional animators create more dynam
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Speaking & Listening, Visual Arts
Introduction to Computer Animation | CGI History & Autodesk Maya Basics
Introduce students to the exciting world of CGI and 3D animation with this engaging Introduction to Computer Animation lesson! This presentation explores the foundations of computer animation, the history and evolution of CGI in film and television, and an introduction to Autodesk Maya — one of the industry’s leading 3D animation programs. Perfect for animation, digital media, game design, or film production classes, this lesson helps students understand how computer animation developed into th
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Job Applications, Resumes & Art Portfolios | Life Skills for Creative Students
Prepare your students for the real world with this engaging and practical Life Skills for Creative Students lesson! This presentation teaches students how to professionally complete job applications, create resumes, and build strong art portfolios for creative careers, internships, colleges, and future job opportunities. Designed specifically with art, animation, and digital media students in mind, this lesson combines career readiness with creative industry expectations. Students will learn es
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Not Subject Specific
Color Theory & The Color Wheel Lesson | Art & Animation Color Basics
Bring color to life in your classroom with this engaging and easy-to-follow Color Theory & The Color Wheel lesson! Perfect for middle school, high school art, animation, graphic design, or digital art classes, this presentation introduces students to the foundations of color and how artists use it to create emotion, mood, contrast, and visual storytelling. Students will explore key color theory concepts through guided discussion questions, examples, demonstrations, and a creative analysis assig
Not Specific
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Introduction to Adobe Animate – Complete Beginner Unit
Introduction to Adobe Animate – Complete Beginner Unit (4 Days | High School Animation)This lesson is a more robust, multi-day presentation as compared to our "Beginner's Guide to Adobe Animate - Tools, Timeline, & Animation Basics" This Introduction to Adobe Animate presentation is a comprehensive, multi-day beginner unit designed to introduce high school students to Adobe Animate through structured instruction, hands-on activities, and scaffolded assignments. Ideal for Animation I, media ar
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
The Illusion of Life: The 12 Principles of Animation
The Illusion of Life: The 12 Principles of Animation – Animation II GIF Unit & Short Animation Project (High School)This 12 Principles of Animation unit is a comprehensive, project-based lesson designed for high school Animation II students. Rooted in The Illusion of Life by Disney animators Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, this unit teaches students how professional animators create believable, engaging motion—then immediately applies those principles through hands-on animation practice in
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Graphic Design Basics
Graphic Design Basics – Introduction to Visual Communication (High School)This Graphic Design Basics presentation is a comprehensive, beginner-friendly introduction to graphic design for high school students. Designed for Graphic Design I, Media Arts, Animation, or CTE pathways, this multi-day lesson introduces students to visual communication, design thinking, and industry practices while building foundational art and technology skills. The presentation blends art, technology, and career exp
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Animate – Tools, Timeline, & Animation Basics
Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Animate – Tools, Timeline, & Animation Basics (High School)This Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Animate is a multi-day introductory presentation designed to teach high school students the fundamentals of Adobe Animate through hands-on practice and structured skill-building. Ideal for Animation I, media arts, and CTE pathways, this lesson walks students step-by-step through the Animate interface, drawing tools, animation concepts, and basic production workflow. The presenta
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Drawing Bell Ringers – Daily Drawing Warm-Ups & Creative Prompts
Animation I Bell Ringers – Daily Drawing Warm-Ups & Creative Prompts (High School)This Animation I Bell Ringers presentation is a comprehensive collection of daily drawing warm-ups designed to build strong foundational skills for high school animation students. These quick, low-pressure activities are ideal for the start of class, helping students improve hand control, observation, creativity, and confidence while establishing consistent classroom routines. The bell ringers emphasize partici
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Introduction to Storyboarding Part 1 – What Is a Storyboard? History & Purpose
Introduction to Storyboarding Part 1 – What Is a Storyboard? History & Purpose (High School Animation)This Introduction to Storyboarding Part 1 lesson introduces high school students to the fundamentals of storyboarding, including what storyboards are, where they came from, and why they are essential in animation and film production. Designed for Animation I, media arts, and CTE pathways, this lesson establishes a strong conceptual foundation before students begin writing scripts or drawing t
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Creative Writing, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Animation History Part One – 1900s to 1940s: Pioneers & Inventions
Animation History Part One – 1900s to 1940s: Pioneers, Inventions & the Golden Age of Animation (High School)This Animation History Part One (1900s–1940s) lesson introduces high school students to the origins of animation, exploring the inventors, early devices, studios, and technological breakthroughs that shaped the medium. Designed for Animation I, Animation II, media arts, and CTE pathways, this presentation provides essential historical context that helps students understand how animatio
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Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Foundational Drawing Basics – Shapes, Construction, & Perspective (Animation I)
Foundational Drawing Basics – Shapes, Construction, & Perspective (Animation I | High School)This Foundational Drawing Basics presentation introduces high school students to the core drawing skills needed for animation, character design, and visual storytelling. Designed for Animation I, media arts, and CTE pathways, this lesson focuses on how artists break complex objects into simple shapes and use construction and perspective to create the illusion of three-dimensional form. The presentatio
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Introduction to Model Sheets – Part 2: Anatomy, Expressions & Dynamic Poses
Animation History Part Two – 1950s to Today: TV Animation, Disney Renaissance & the Rise of CGI (High School)This Animation History Part Two (1950s–Now) lesson explores the modern evolution of animation, from the rise of television cartoons to contemporary computer animation and streaming-era storytelling. Designed for high school Animation I, Animation II, media arts, and CTE courses, this presentation builds directly on early animation history and helps students understand how technology,
Not Specific
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
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About the store
Experience
Hi there! I'm an enthusiastic high school teacher specializing in Animation, Graphic Design, Video Editing, and Character Design. While I’ve been teaching in the classroom for one year, I bring nearly 20 years of real-world experience from my time as an Instructional Artist at the Walt Disney Resort, where I had the privilege of teaching guests how to draw beloved Disney characters. In my TpT store, you’ll discover a variety of resources crafted to help students explore their creative potential—from character design templates and animation storyboards to video editing project guides and graphic design assignments. Each resource is created with both beginner and advanced learners in mind, drawing from my extensive experience in both education and the creative industry.
My own education history
I hold an Associate Degree in Web Design from the International Academy of Design and Technology and a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design and Visual Media from Southern New Hampshire University. My passion lies in blending creativity with digital tools, and I aim to create engaging, classroom-ready resources that reflect current industry standards and inspire student imagination.
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