Lesson Plan
Identity Scan Teacher Guide
Students will compose a personal identity statement that clearly articulates their values, interests, and cultural influences, supported by at least three concrete details to foster self-awareness and a growth mindset.
This lesson builds self-awareness and confidence by guiding students to reflect on their unique backgrounds, values, and interests. Crafting a personal identity statement promotes social-emotional learning, helps students recognize their strengths, and lays the foundation for inclusive classroom communities.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Warm-Up: Two-Word Identity Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson: Defining Identity & Exemplars
7 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice: Identity Map Brainstorm
8 minutes
Step 4
Collaborative Share-Pair
5 minutes
Step 5
Debrief & Exit Ticket: Draft Personal Statement
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Faces of Identity
What Is Personal Identity?
Values
Interests
Cultural Influences
Sample Identity Statements
Brainstorm: Identity Map
Next: Identity Map Brainstorm

Script


Journal


Warm Up

