- Use the free Canva tool: Dream Lab
- Click on “Dream Lab”
- In the box under “What will you imagine today?” ask it to create a split image of the blended word. Use the following prompt: "Create a split image representing the blended word '[blended word]'. On one side, depict [concept 1] with [specific visual details]. On the other side, show [concept 2] with [specific visual details].
- For example, create a split image representing the blended word “hangry”. On one side, depict a person eating. On the other side, depict someone who is angry.
- Create several split images. Other words: Brunch/frenemy/clamping/blog/ motel/internet, etc.
- Introduce the concept of portmanteaus (blend words) to the students. Show them the images and ask them to guess the blended word. You can give hints if necessary.
Portmanteaus - (Blend Words)
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Names of practice writers:
Chief Inspectors of English Language Education - Dr. Elias Farah, Pedagogical Secretariat
The Need
The practice will help teachers produce images to teach portmanteaus - (blend words).
The Implementation Process

Another Idea

Ask students to create their own portmanteaus (blend words) to engage them in a creative process.
For example: smazy (smart + crazy)
Yet Another Idea

Use the tool to practice compound words or idioms.
Good To Know

Use Canva Education to enjoy unlimited access to the tool.
You may need to alter your prompt to improve results.
Responsible Use

- הנחיות לשימוש אחראי בבינה מלאכותית יוצרת במערכת החינוך
- יש להקפיד על שימוש אתי בבינה מלאכותית.
- יש לשמור על פרטיות התלמידים, ולא להעלות פרטים מזהים כלשהם שלהם.