My Story

In creating a story of visuals and text for others to learn about myself. I am able to connect with others and find common ground or appreciated differences. This gives future students an opportunity to share their story with their classmates and find community.

How do I use this in the classroom?

    • Sharing with the teacher and class about themselves.

    • Sharing with partners in class or small groups

  • Every student in class comes from a different background, social group, socio-economic status, religious background and so on. The activity of sharing their story, allows students to express their history, their likes/dislikes, backgrounds, etc. This activity shows students that no matter what their story is, it is significant and they matter.

    • Google Doc

    • Canva

    • You Tube

    • Posterboard with photos and text (younger ages)

    • For plurilingual students- this can give them the freedom to use text, photos, visuals, etc. that can either be in English or their first language. Opening the opportunity for freedom of expression.

  • Some ideas of what could be included are here:

    • Name

    • Birthday or Birthplace

    • Family

    • Future Dreams (College, Career)

    • Food

    • Hobbies

    • What makes you happy?

    • What makes you feel brave?

    • What makes you thankful?

    • What are some of your beliefs that you care about?

    • What is an issue around the world that matters to you?

    • What is something you are passionate about?

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