Me, My Identity, and I: A Student Journal

Looking for a great way to begin the school year? This GOOGLE SLIDES student journal focuses on exploring self-identity and consists of 2 parts: "What is Identity?" and "Exploring my Own Identity."

About this Resource (Google Slides)

This resource is designed for students in upper elementary/middle school and meant to be an INTRODUCTION to exploring identity. It is simply a place to start, not the be-all end-all.

This resource is a student journal, which means it includes spaces for students to reflect on important concepts regarding identity. However, this is not a journal you should assign without context, support, and discussion. Some of the words/topics may be new to students and their questions must be addressed.

As it is an introduction to identity, the journal does address important concepts, but does not dive into specific definitions including different aspects of identity such as race, ethnicity, and gender. Please understand that this is work you need to do with your students: engage them in meaningful conversations.

What's included?

• 28 journal slides
• 9 blank editable slides (for you to type your own questions)
• Directions/tips on how to roll this out with students, how to assign it, and how to use it
• Informational slides
• Reflection slides
• Interactive slides
• Blank question slide at the end

Slide breakdown // What topics are covered?

PART I:

1. What is Identity?
2. Why is Identity Important?
3. Do I Just Have One Identity?
4. Intro to Intersectionality
5. Reflection on Self-identity
6. Visible vs. Invisible Identity Traits
7. Fixed vs. Not Fixed Identity Traits
8. Your Identity is Yours

PART II:

1. What’s in a Name?
2. Say Hi to the People I Live With
3. My Folks and my Culture
4. Overlapping Identities
5. My Interests and Favorites
6. Identity & Interests Reflection
7. Me, Myself, and I: Character Traits
8. Identity Reflection
9. Quote Analysis
10. Student Affirmations
11. Blank Question Slide

Please contact me at caffeinateandeducate@gmail.com if you have any questions!