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Snowflake Stories: Each Unique

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Lesson Plan

Snowflake Stories: Each Unique

Celebrate diversity and individuality

In this lesson, students will create paper snowflakes and write a short story or sentence about what makes them unique. This activity encourages self-expression and highlights the beauty of differences among classmates. By engaging in this craft-based lesson, students will develop self-esteem and appreciation for diversity, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

Audience

Pre-K to Grade 5 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Celebrate diversity and individuality

Materials

Paper, Scissors, Crayons or markers, Worksheet: My Unique Story, and Printable Cards: Snowflake Templates

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin by discussing how every snowflake is unique, just like each person.
  • Explain the activity: creating a paper snowflake and writing a story or sentence about what makes them unique.

Step 2

Snowflake Craft

10 mins

  • Distribute paper and scissors to each student.
  • Guide students in folding and cutting the paper to create their unique snowflake.
  • Encourage creativity and individuality in their designs.

Step 3

Writing Activity

10 mins

  • Hand out the "My Unique Story" worksheet.
  • Ask students to write a short story or sentence about what makes them unique.
  • Provide crayons or markers for students to decorate their worksheets.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Invite students to share their snowflakes and stories with the class.
  • Discuss the importance of diversity and how each person's uniqueness contributes to the classroom community.
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Worksheet

My Unique Story Worksheet

This worksheet allows students to express what makes them unique by writing a short story or sentence. It encourages self-reflection and creativity.

Write a short story or sentence about what makes you unique.

Think about your favorite things, talents, or experiences.







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Worksheet

Snowflake Templates Printable Cards

These printable cards provide templates for students to create their unique paper snowflakes. They are designed for one-sided printing.




Fold the paper in half diagonally to form a triangle.







Fold the triangle in half to form a smaller triangle.







Fold the triangle into thirds, overlapping the edges.







Cut shapes along the edges of the folded paper.







Unfold to reveal your unique snowflake!




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