One of the activities the students completed earlier this September was a self-portrait. Since the start of the year they have been exploring the concepts of culture, identity, values, and more through various beliefs (political, religious, philosophical). For this activity, they were prompted to critically reflect upon the EXPO’s unit central idea, “Who we are”, and the question, “What is my identity?”. Each student created an abstract self-portrait by collaging fabric, scraps, and images cut-out from magazines, books and newspapers to depict elements of who they are. They also were encouraged to discuss ideas of what comprises their identity, and what collage materials would be best for their self-portrait with their families to have another perspective. Students collected and utilized a variety of materials including: fabrics from a parent’s native country; flags of their ethnic background; the AcadeCap logo; and much more.
What would your self-portrait look like?

Source:: GRADE 3 & 4 Blog