Bij deze activiteit schrijven leerlingen uitgebreid over zichzelf aan de hand van een reeks open vragen.
Studenten krijgen de volgende opdrachten of zinnen om de beschrijving af te maken en uit te werken:
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Doelstelling: Maak een storyboard met drie cellen die reageren op de volgende vragen: “Ik ben…”, “Ik vind leuk…” en “Ik wil…”.
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Giving students a chance to read their storyboard responses aloud builds confidence and helps them appreciate each other's differences. Try a supportive classroom circle or small group sharing to make students feel safe and valued.
Show students how to list ideas about themselves before starting the storyboard. Use a chart or sticky notes to generate ideas for each prompt, making it easier for everyone to get started.
Help students select or create images that truly reflect their answers. Discuss how pictures can tell a story and encourage them to pick details that match their words.
Offer simple sentence beginnings (like “I am someone who…”) to help students who may feel stuck. Scaffolding makes the activity accessible for all learners and boosts participation.
After students complete their storyboards, give specific praise for their effort and creativity. This reinforces self-esteem and encourages students to take pride in their unique qualities.
The 'What Makes Me Unique' activity is a creative writing lesson where students complete prompts like “I Am…”, “I Like…”, and “I Want To…” to express personal traits, interests, and aspirations. They create a storyboard with illustrations and detailed descriptions to showcase their individuality.
Teachers can assign this activity as an icebreaker or personal narrative lesson. Students fill in prompts, write detailed responses, and add illustrations to a storyboard, encouraging self-reflection and creativity. It's ideal for building classroom community at the start of the year.
Effective prompts include “I Am…” (for personal traits and background), “I Like…” (for hobbies and preferences), and “I Want To…” (for future goals or dreams). These open-ended questions invite students to share unique aspects about themselves.
Self-reflection helps students build self-awareness, confidence, and empathy. Exploring what makes them unique encourages them to appreciate their strengths and differences, fostering a positive classroom environment and stronger social-emotional skills.
Adding illustrations allows students to visually express their personal stories, making activities more engaging and accessible. It supports diverse learners and helps students communicate ideas that might be difficult to put into words.