In this video, I’m showing you step #1 for creating interactive Google Slides: making a background that students can’t accidentally move around. If you’ve ever tried to drag-and-drop pieces in a Google Slide and everything shifts (so frustrating), this is the fix. I’m combining the awesomeness of Canva with Google Slides because Canva is my favorite tool for designing my own presentations, worksheets, and class materials for online teaching. I walk you through how to design your slide layout in Canva (yes, even the thumbnail for this video was made there), then bring that design into Google Slides as a non-movable background. That way, your interactive elements can sit on top while your design stays locked in place. If you’re building activities for Outschool, ESL, or any online classroom, this simple system saves time and keeps your lessons looking polished. And if you’re just getting started with online teaching, I also share ways I can support you through the application process—because you don’t have to do this alone.