Students will get the chance to share about themselves in this All About Me storyboard providing an opportunity to build classroom community while practicing their writing and storyboarding skills! Using the template provided, students will create illustrations and descriptions to answer the prompts about themselves: their name, favorite subject in school, family, favorite animal, favorite color and favorite book.
This activity is designed to be done in pairs or small groups which is possible with Storyboard That's Real Time Collaboration feature! By collaborating on the same storyboard, students can easily compare and contrast their different likes and interests sparking meaningful conversations and building connections.
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Objective: Create a storyboard that tells us all about you! Include images and descriptions that answer the prompts.
Student Instructions:
Modify the activity to work seamlessly with students learning from home or in a blended setting. Adapting ensures every student feels included, whether they're in the classroom or connecting remotely!
Use your learning management system or a shared online document to pair students and provide access to the storyboard template. Encourage students to schedule a time to work together online using video chat or collaborative tools.
Show students how to use Real Time Collaboration features in Storyboard That or any other co-editing platform. Highlight how to add, edit, and comment together so everyone can contribute equally.
Share norms for online teamwork, such as taking turns, respecting each other's ideas, and communicating regularly. Remind students to be patient and supportive as they work remotely.
Host a virtual showcase or discussion where students present their completed storyboards. Invite classmates to ask questions and share positive feedback to strengthen your classroom community, even from a distance!
An All About Me storyboard activity is a creative classroom project where students illustrate and describe personal facts—like their name, favorite subject, and interests—using a storyboard template. This helps build community and develop writing and storytelling skills.
Teachers can use Storyboard That’s Real Time Collaboration by having students partner up or form small groups to work on the same storyboard. This feature lets students share ideas, compare interests, and create their projects together in real time, making back-to-school activities more interactive.
Great prompts for an All About Me activity include: name, favorite subject, family, favorite animal, favorite color, and favorite book. These help students share unique details and connect with classmates.
All About Me storyboards foster classroom community by letting students share personal stories, discover common interests, and appreciate differences. This activity encourages meaningful conversations and helps students feel seen and valued.
To create an All About Me storyboard: 1) Choose a partner to collaborate with. 2) Start the assignment and open the template. 3) Answer each prompt in a sentence. 4) Add illustrations for each answer using characters, scenes, and items that represent you.