Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Youth use Canva on a computer to make a simple design that includes a QR code to their website.

Items Needed:

• Computer, laptop, or tablet
• Internet access
• Canva account (can be free version)
• Website link

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 10–15 min):

1. Open Canva. (2–3 min)
   • Youth sign in to Canva with an adult’s help. Click “Create a design” and choose a flyer or poster size.
2. Set up the design. (2–3 min)
   • Create you design and Leave space on the design for the QR code.
3. Find the QR code tool. (2–3 min)
   • On the left side menu, youth click “QR Code.”
4. Add the website link. (2–3 min)
   • Youth paste their website link into the QR Code text box on the left.
   • Click the button to generate the QR code and wait for it to appear on the design.
5. Place and resize the QR code. (2–3 min)
   • Youth drag the QR code to a clear spot on the flyer.
   • (Optional) Resize it so it is big enough to scan but not covering any text.
6. Save and download the design. (2–3 min)
   • Youth click “Share” and then “Download” to save the design as a PDF, JPG, or PNG image. The downloaded file can now be printed or shared with customers.

Step-by-Step Tutorials:

• Alternative Instructions: Canva – Create QR Codes
• Video: Mariah Magazine – 2 Ways to Make a QR Code for Free

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