January Identity Narrative Page: Symbolism

1. Brainstorm 5 abstract qualities that make you unique. In what ways do you show them- (be specific)?

2. January Identity Narrative Page:Symbolism A symbol is something concrete that stands for something abstract. For example, the American flag stands for patriotism, and a rose represents love. It can be an object, character, or an action. • Decide on two characteristics or attributes that you have that are abstract qualities. • Create a symbol to represent these characteristics about you; this symbol may be unoriginal (already exists) or original (something that you create). • Write a descriptive, thorough and clear response that explains your symbol and the qualities that it represents.

3. Written Section and Visual • Include two sections in your written part: • An explanation and definitions of the qualities/characteristics you have chosen How and why they are important/significant to you • Describe and explain all aspects of your symbol Colors, features, size, specific details, and if it is unoriginal or original in its design • Visual: • Create a unique symbol. Draw or design your symbol. Be creative! • Remember the symbol can be original (something you create) or unoriginal (something that already exists that you re-design)

4. Your Identity Narrative Page must include: • One 8.5x11 piece of cardstock. • 2. VISUAL - Symbol • 3. WRITING– Typed and attached to the base page. • ***most important part – be detailed and specific!! • 4. Border– create a border for your page – all the way around or down two sides. • 5. Title – give your page an original and creative title • 6. Name– your name as the author must be on the front of the page DUE DATE: Tuesday 2/ 4 *These will be shared in class.

5. FORM– typed informative paragraphs • AUDIENCE – Mrs. Ring and peers • TOPIC – a symbol that represents abstract qualities about you • PURPOSE – to explain, describe, and/or inform • PLANNING – writer’s notebook