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This Is Me

How does what I post online affect my identity?

Grade

3

Time

45 mins.

Objectives

  • Consider how posting selfies or other images will lead others to make assumptions about them.
  • Reflect on the most important parts of their unique identity.
  • Identify ways they can post online to best reflect who they are.

Vocabulary Show definitions

assumption . identity . selfie
assumption something that someone thinks is true, but in reality, may or may not be
identity different parts of your culture, experiences, and interests that make you unique
selfie a picture you take of of yourself, usually with a phone
Standards
This lesson meets standards for Common Core ELA, ISTE, CASEL and AASL.
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Lesson Plan

45 mins.

What You’ll Need

Supplies
Colored pencils, crayons, or markers · Paper

In Class