Activity

Identity Charts

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Many factors shape the identity of persons, communities, and even nations. Tweens and teens have an opportunity to consider the many aspects of identity as they create a graphic that reflects who they are. Class members first brainstorm a list of categories contributing to identity and then select factors to include in their identity chart.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Before the brainstorming session, have class members journal about the prompts
  • Be sure to inform class members that they will be sharing their charts
Classroom Considerations
  • Includes tips on how to adapt the lesson for remote or hybrid learning
Pros
  • Includes a completed sample of an identity chart as well as a video of the teaching strategy for instructors
  • The chart activity may be used for historical or literary figures, groups, or nations
Cons
  • None