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All About Me Snapshot

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Lesson Plan

All About Me Lesson Plan

Students will share three personal interests using visual aids and guided prompts, completing a snapshot worksheet to communicate their preferences and support future individualized instruction.

This lesson fosters self-expression, builds rapport with specialized EC students, and uncovers individual interests to inform tailored instruction and accommodations.

Audience

Specialized EC Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Use visual prompts and a structured worksheet to guide sharing.

Materials

Student Snapshot Worksheet, Interest Icon Cards, Visual Choice Board, and Dry-Erase Marker Set

Prep

Gather Materials and Review Student Profile

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up & Introduction

5 minutes

  • Greet the student by name and remind them this session is about them.
  • Explain, “We’re going to share your favorite things so I can get to know you better.”
  • Show the Visual Choice Board and model how to point or circle an icon.

Step 2

Preference Identification

10 minutes

  • Present the Interest Icon Cards face-up.
  • Ask the student to pick three cards that represent their favorite things (e.g., color, food, activity).
  • Use prompts: “Which one do you like the most? Tell me about it.”
  • Offer support (pointing, gesturing) as needed.

Step 3

Student Snapshot Completion

10 minutes

  • Give the student the Student Snapshot Worksheet.
  • Have them paste or draw the three chosen icons in the worksheet boxes.
  • Prompt with questions: "Why is this your favorite?" or "When do you like it most?"
  • Use the dry-erase marker set as needed for corrections.

Step 4

Reflection & Closure

5 minutes

  • Review the completed worksheet together, reinforcing each interest verbally.
  • Praise the student’s sharing: “Thank you for telling me about yourself.”
  • Collect the worksheet to inform future lessons and display progress.
  • End with a high-five or preferred positive reinforcement.
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Worksheet

Student Snapshot Worksheet

Name: ________________________________ Date: ________________

Materials: Interest Icon Cards

Draw or Paste Your Three Favorite Things

Favorite Thing 1Favorite Thing 2Favorite Thing 3















Tell Me More About Your Favorites

  1. Why is Favorite Thing 1 your favorite?





  1. When do you like Favorite Thing 1 the most?





  1. Why is Favorite Thing 2 your favorite?





  1. When do you like Favorite Thing 2 the most?





  1. Why is Favorite Thing 3 your favorite?





  1. When do you like Favorite Thing 3 the most?





Great job! Thank you for sharing all about you.

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Activity

Interest Icon Cards

Use these cards to help students choose their favorite things. Print, laminate, and cut each card on the dotted lines. Each card shows an icon representing a common interest—offer multiple options so students can find what best matches their preferences.

Categories & Icons

Colors

🟥 Red🟦 Blue🟩 Green

Foods

🍎 Apple🍕 Pizza🍌 Banana

Activities

⚽ Soccer🎨 Painting📚 Reading

Animals

🐶 Dog🐱 Cat🐠 Fish

Shapes

🔵 Circle🔷 Square🔺 Triangle

Instructions for Preparation

  • Print the sheet on cardstock.
  • Laminate the printed page for durability.
  • Cut along the borders of each icon to create individual cards.
  • Store cards in a container or arrange them on the Visual Choice Board.

How to Use

  1. Lay the cards face-up in front of the student.
  2. Invite the student to select three cards that represent their favorites.
  3. Support selection by pointing, modeling, or offering verbal prompts as needed.
  4. After choosing, have the student paste or draw the icons on the Student Snapshot Worksheet.

Note: Provide sensory breaks or fidget tools if the student needs movement support while sorting or pointing.

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Activity

Visual Choice Board

Provide a consistent, low-tech display of icons to support choice making and reduce cognitive load.

Materials Needed

  • Interest Icon Cards (laminated)
  • Magnetic whiteboard or sturdy poster board
  • Velcro dots or magnets
  • Labels or printed category headers (optional)
  • Small container for “My Choices” area

Preparation Steps

  1. Laminate and cut out each icon from the Interest Icon Cards.
  2. Arrange icons on the board by category (Colors, Foods, Activities, Animals, Shapes).
    • Place a small header (e.g., “Colors”) above each group of icons.
    • Affix velcro or magnets to the back of each icon and to the board in a grid layout.
  3. Designate a “My Choices” section at the bottom or side of the board:
    • Attach three larger velcro/magnetic spots labeled 1, 2, and 3.
    • Place a small container nearby for icons the student is considering.
  4. Ensure the board is at the student’s eye level and within easy reach.

How to Use During the Lesson

  1. Invite the student to stand or sit in front of the board.
  2. Model choosing an icon: remove it from the board and place it in the “My Choice 1” spot.
  3. Prompt the student: “Which one do you like best? Show me by moving it here.”
  4. Repeat for Choice 2 and Choice 3, offering verbal or gestural support.
  5. After selections, have the student transfer the three chosen icons to the Student Snapshot Worksheet.
  6. If the student needs to change their mind, they can swap icons back on the board easily.
     
     
    Note: The tactile action of moving icons can serve as a sensory break and supports fine-motor practice.
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